POLL: How Do You Feel About Benedict Cumberbatch Playing DOCTOR STRANGE?

POLL: How Do You Feel About Benedict Cumberbatch Playing DOCTOR STRANGE?

It was a long time coming, but this week finally saw Marvel confirm that Sherlock star Benedict Cumberbatch will play the Sorcerer Supreme in 2016's Doctor Strange. Some love the casting, others hate it, but how do you feel? Here's your chance to let us know...

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By JoshWilding - Dec 06, 2014 03:12 PM EST
Filed Under: Doctor Strange

So, after months of speculation and rumours, we finally have a Doctor Strange in the form of The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, The Imitation Game, and Sherlock star Benedict Cumberbatch. Joaquin Phoenix looked like the frontrunner for some time, but after dropping out due to the lengthy contract obligations, the hunt resumed. Countless names followed, but as he was always a fan-favourite pick, Benedict Cumberbatch nabbing the coveted role seemed like a pipe dream.

However, after the trades all but confirmed it, Marvel made it official earlier this week. 

The response has obviously been very vocal, with some praising Marvel for seemingly listening to fans, and others criticising the studio for what they believe to be a "safe" and boring choice. So, how do you feel about the British actor bringing the Sorcerer Supreme to life on the big screen in 2016? Has he always been the right man for the job or d you think Marvel have made a huge mistake? Here's your chance to tell us, so cast your vote in the poll and then share your thoughts...

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marvel72
marvel72 - 12/6/2014, 4:05 PM
Its who I wanted in the role from the start,perfection.
XelCorp
XelCorp - 12/6/2014, 4:12 PM
He is gonna own this role. Can't [Frick]ing wait
grif
grif - 12/6/2014, 4:13 PM
bless you lionhearted
GenerationX
GenerationX - 12/6/2014, 4:13 PM
Meh...whatever
marvel72
marvel72 - 12/6/2014, 4:14 PM
@XxLIONHEARTEDxX

First Great Gif

Second If they base it on the Ditko run with Cumberbatch as the lead,it could be one of the best movies of phase 3.
XelCorp
XelCorp - 12/6/2014, 4:17 PM
@marvel72 - besides The Infinity War, I think it'll still be Civil War ;)
XelCorp
XelCorp - 12/6/2014, 4:19 PM
I really enjoyed the animated movie
MarkyMarkRises
MarkyMarkRises - 12/6/2014, 4:20 PM
In other news, Raiders of the Lost Ark is getting a special edition
batz11
batz11 - 12/6/2014, 4:21 PM
Perfect, I was hoping to keep him from DC...I kid, really though, great actor, love him for Strange...
GUNSMITH
GUNSMITH - 12/6/2014, 4:22 PM
MARVEL ALWAYS PICK THEM FOR A REASON...SO FAR THEY'VE BEEN KNOCKING EACH MOVIE OUT OF THE PARK..(THERE WAS IRON MAN THREE THOUGH BUT IT MADE BANK STILL.)
batz11
batz11 - 12/6/2014, 4:24 PM
MrBender
MrBender - 12/6/2014, 4:24 PM
Best thing since bacon
batz11
batz11 - 12/6/2014, 4:27 PM
I've jumped to Luke as Namor...
batz11
batz11 - 12/6/2014, 4:28 PM
Somebody said bacon?
DefcoN
DefcoN - 12/6/2014, 4:31 PM
Perfect. Plain and simple.
marvel72
marvel72 - 12/6/2014, 4:31 PM
@Marvel1997

I believe the best movie of phase 3 will be out of The Avengers:Infinity War Part 1 & 2 or Captain America:Civil War.

I also believe Thor:Ragnarok is gonna be the Thor movie we've been waiting for,the first two were good but not great.

Guardians Of The Galaxy 2 could be very good if its anything like the first movie.

As for the new movies of phase 3 they all have the potential of being great but of course not all of can or will be.

Most anticipated new movies of phase 3

1st The Inhumans
2nd Black Panther
3rd Captain Marvel
4th Doctor Strange
marvel72
marvel72 - 12/6/2014, 4:34 PM
@MarkyMarkRises

That was pretty cool.
GSpawn
GSpawn - 12/6/2014, 4:37 PM
I don't know which I'm happier about, the fact that he's Dr. Strange or the fact that now he won't be fancasted as everything under the [frick]in sun...

either or got me like
RexDartEskimoSpy
RexDartEskimoSpy - 12/6/2014, 4:38 PM
How I feel:
MrCBM56
MrCBM56 - 12/6/2014, 4:40 PM
It's the safe choice but not the best. Like a condom.
batz11
batz11 - 12/6/2014, 4:45 PM
Somebody needs to explain "safe choice" when it comes to actors who've never portrayed a character before? Not ripping on anybody here, but really, how is something "safe"? Especially when it comes to movies and acting? Because he's a great actor who could portray the character perfectly? Just weird to me...
MrDonut
MrDonut - 12/6/2014, 4:47 PM
He'll act the [frick] out of it but I can't lie... Feels like a very boring/safe choice...
MightyZeus
MightyZeus - 12/6/2014, 4:47 PM
I'm not a fan but i'll give him a chance.
snoopypain
snoopypain - 12/6/2014, 4:47 PM
Perfect pick. Can't wait to see Dr. Strange on the big screen.
Deschain99
Deschain99 - 12/6/2014, 4:47 PM
@DIAMONDZ
Sorry man, but Luke Evans is Namor. He is signing the fancast contract now.
MrCBM56
MrCBM56 - 12/6/2014, 4:49 PM
@batz Well... He's perfect for the role. We know he's going to knock it out of the park. Besides looking forward to a wonderful performance, there's not much excitement besides that. Personally at least.

I was really rooting for Phoenix.
MrCBM56
MrCBM56 - 12/6/2014, 4:52 PM
At least the annoying fancasts will stop.
MrBlackJack
MrBlackJack - 12/6/2014, 4:53 PM
Awesome choice. It's safe, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. We've got a pretty good idea what Cumberbatch can bring to the role, but there's still a little mystery left to it and that's why I love it.
batz11
batz11 - 12/6/2014, 4:54 PM
MrCBM I hear that...I thought Phoenix or Leto were "inspired" choices...yeah, BC is kinda "safe" choice, ha, ha...
marvel72
marvel72 - 12/6/2014, 4:55 PM
@ALmazing

If Marvel ever get the rights back for The Fantastic Four,The Illuminati is possible especially after The Infinity War & could be set up for phase 4.
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