Cast member Robert Pattinson poses during a photocall for the film "The Rover" out of competition at the 67th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes
Cast member Robert Pattinson poses during a photocall for the film "The Rover" out of competition at the 67th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes May 18, 2014. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier REUTERS/Benoit Tessier

"Twilight" star Robert Pattinson is rumoured to play as the new Indiana Jones among other young actors shortlisted by Disney.

Robert Pattinson tops a shortlist of young actors Disney has prepared to replace Harrison Ford in the new "Indiana Jones" movie franchise. Pattinson is the current favourite to play the new Indiana Jones, reports io9. Harrison Ford is no longer an option since he is currently filming "Star Wars Episode 7" plus at 71, he is already getting too old for the role.

One Los Angeles insider told Daily Star that Disney is looking at a long-term option for the "Indiana Jones" movie franchise, thus they are looking for young stars fit to play Indiana Jones.

"They feel that the series has huge potential on many levels, starting with the films leading to other spin-offs like games which can generate more money than movies," the insider added.

Robert Pattinson reportedly tops the initial list Disney made because he has showed superior acting skills even after Twilight. However, it will be no easy task for Rob since according to the insider, the competition is stiff.

Robert Pattinson has been attempting to distance himself both personally and professionally from the "Twilight" franchise, by appearing in indie films such as Cannes' movie entry "The Rover." However, playing as Indiana Jones may not give him that much support from loyal followers of the "Indiana Jones" movie. Any "Indiana Jones" actor needs to be skilled with a six-shooter while maintaining a casual charm and rugged demeanour. "Indiana Jones" fans may still have an image of a blood-sucking vampire stuck to their mind thus find Robert Pattinson unfit for the role.

Rumours that Robert Pattinson will play as the new Indiana Jones in the "Indiana Jones" movie franchise flooded Twitter with mixed reactions. One fan even posted a YouTube video in relation to the rumour.

Ohkay! The news that Robert Pattinson will play Indiana Jones is so interesting.Since he glitters,he needn't use torch.Can endorse Happydent

— Monsoon Manduka (@p0kkish) June 4, 2014

Robert Pattinson as Indiana Jones??? No, no, and I repeat...NO! — The Buzzcast (@BuzzWorthyRadio) June 4, 2014

@TheFilmStage Jesus Christ that's an abomination. #SAVEINDIE

— ABC (@SetOfCups) June 3, 2014

This! RT @ReelTalker: don't wanna live in a world where robert pattinson is the next indiana jones — Film Fatale (@FilmFatale_NYC) June 3, 2014

Robert Pattinson as ‘Indiana Jones’? Yes, Please! – The Stir http://t.co/jwKwM4lWdR #Twilight

— Jennifer Winters (@Twihardz) June 4, 2014

@TheFilmStage @sammies1718 Amen!! Just saw this also..Talk about a ruined franchise @Orig_JerseyGirl — MelB. (@melbogey) June 4, 2014

Source:Youtube/Chris Stuckmann