The highly-anticipated film adaptation for "Fifty Shades of Grey" is on the watch list of every fan. Of course, next to the debut of the film is the much awaited announcement of an official cast. However, Universal Studios and Focus Features are taking a while with the casting thus fans have been left to speculate and name potential stars. With almost every American celebrity named for the role of Anastasia Steele, it's best to take a look at the British actresses suitable for the role.

E.L. James best-selling erotica novel has been the talk-of-the-town since it's' release. Surprisingly, even celebrities have caught on the hype with one actor to the next expressing interest in the lead roles of Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele.

While casting news on the web is mere rumours and speculations, it wouldn't hurt to imagine the possibility of fan favourites getting cast for the film. To date, Ian Somerhalder of "The Vampire Diaries" continues to be a strong contender for the role of Christian Grey. Other favourites included in the top ten are Henry Cavill, Matt Bomer, Stephen Amell, Ryan Gosling, Jessie Pavelka, Alex Pettyfer, Alexander Skarsgard and Simon Baker.

As for the role of Anastasia Steele, the flavour of the month falls in the hands of Emilia Clarke. A few months ago, "Gilmore Girls" star, Alexis Bledel was a strong number one. Obviously, fan favourites for Ana change month by month. Apart from the constant change in the poll, more British women are being nominated to play Anastasia Steele compared to American actresses that should be playing the all-American role.

For one, Emilia Clarke, Emma Watson and Felicity Jones are popular British actresses who have constantly been nominated for the role of Anastasia Steele. Despite Emma Watson's enraged tweet against the casting rumours, fans continue to hope that the former "Harry Potter" star nab the role of Steele.

Aside from the big three namely Emilia, Emma and Felicity, a few other English actresses have been named as potential stars to portray Anastasia Steele. Who could these lovely ladies be? Check out the slideshow to see more of these British actresses who could pull off the role of Anastasia Steele.

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