Ryan Reynolds Isn't Fazed By Playing Hal Jordan And Deadpool

Ryan Reynolds Isn't Fazed By Playing Hal Jordan And Deadpool

The star of both of next years comic book movies says 'There's No Rule' Against Playing Deadpool And Green Lantern.

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By MarkCassidy - Jul 21, 2009 03:07 PM EST
Filed Under: Green Lantern
Source: mtvsplashpage.com

Ryan Reynolds is not the first actor to portray characters from two different comic universes(Halle Berry, James Marsden, Mickey Rourke) but hes certainly portraying two of the most prolific! And appearing in both movies with such a small space of time between them is definitely a first.

But Starring in two competing films in 2011 doesn't seem to faze Reynolds, however, especially because the properties come from opposites sides of comics' Big Two publishers.

"There's no rule that says you can't play two different characters in two different comic-book universes," Reynolds told Entertainment Weekly. Deadpool co-creator Rob Liefeld pointed out Reynolds' comment on his Twitter site.

Depending on the shooting schedules of "Deadpool" and "Green Lantern", we may well see Reynolds doing publicity for both at the same time! And not only that..these may not be the last comic characters he plays either, judging by his keen interest..

"There are so many interesting comic book characters out there," Reynolds said. "I would love to do others."

Personally i have no problem with the whole DC/Marvel doubling up. But, that doesn't mean seeing Reynolds mug on the publicity trail for both wouldn't potentially be overkill. Guess we'll find out.

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TucsonRican
TucsonRican - 7/21/2009, 3:42 PM
I'm really looking forward to seeing some footage on this.
Pariah
Pariah - 7/21/2009, 3:46 PM
Reynolds really shouldn't be GL. He isn't GL. Deadpool is almost type casting, but damned fine casting none-the-less. I could see him in other high profile comic character roles and not pause, but GL? Come on. Deadpool is a perfect fit. Flash, is decent too. GL? Um no.
JoshWilding
JoshWilding - 7/21/2009, 3:47 PM
ah well, good for Reynolds! whether we all like him for GL or DP you cant blame him for saying this because he's gonna be appearing in two major superhero movies within the space of a year so he's bound to be pretty pleased, lol! I think that he's gonna be great in both roles anyway!
LEEE777
LEEE777 - 7/21/2009, 3:47 PM
Lets just hope he don't put his A$$ UP in the Air again and make a good DEADPOOL!

As for WARNER BROS,, I trust them a thousand times more than FOX! ; )
LEEE777
LEEE777 - 7/21/2009, 3:47 PM
HE better not SELL out again an make DEADPOOL sh!te!

DEADPOOL VS GREEN LANTERN!!!


; D
GUNSMITH
GUNSMITH - 7/21/2009, 3:48 PM
I THINK IT WILL WORK, DEADPOOL'S FACE, IT'S JACKED,JANKY,LIKE A PEPERONI PIZZA, THE MASK COVERS HIS FACE THE MAJORITY OF THE TIME...SO ,COOL....GREEN LANTERN, SHOWS FACE-WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE GL MASK,BUT IN THE GL ROLE OF HAL JORDAN, THERES DEFINITELLY MORE RYAN REYNOLDS FACE TIME..MY OPINION, IT WILL WORK, AND HE'S SETTING A FIRST-THE FIRST HYBRID-PART MARVEL,PART DC..
akthunder
akthunder - 7/21/2009, 3:49 PM
Maybe Ryan would rather do GL than Flash. If he did Flash people would complain more because both heroes wear red.
GUNSMITH
GUNSMITH - 7/21/2009, 3:51 PM
REYNOLDS SHOULD HAVE BEEN DEADPOOL AND FLASH.YOU TELL ME..CAUSE I HONESTLLY THINK IF YOU ASKED THE FANS THEY WOULD HAVE WENT WITH SAM WORTHINGTON,HE'S THE NEW HOLLYWOOD GOLDEN CHILD.
superdog
superdog - 7/21/2009, 3:54 PM
I think this will be fine. I like Reynolds alot and I'm looking forward to both movies. If people can't tell thedifference or can't set aside one portrayel while watching the other than that's there problem
LEEE777
LEEE777 - 7/21/2009, 3:57 PM
GUNSMITH @ HELL YEAH!!!
mounted88
mounted88 - 7/21/2009, 3:57 PM
I think its cool he is interested in other comic books. But if he starts playing everyone then we can rule out any crossovers, because he would be the only star in the movie lol.

JLA starring Ryan Reynolds as everyone (including wonder woman) :P
ElBicho
ElBicho - 7/21/2009, 3:59 PM
RYAN REYNOLDS FOR THE FLASH, AQUAMAN AND CASSIE HACK,
LEEE777
LEEE777 - 7/21/2009, 4:06 PM
AND RAINBOW RAIDER! : D
greenlanternsector2814
greenlanternsector2814 - 7/21/2009, 4:06 PM
I think he's pretty damn smart for doing this. I love Deadpool so I hope they don't mess it up, but it is 20th Century Fox. Look what they've done to the X-Universe. I still go and see the movies but they have completely gone off course with the characters. I think Reynolds is covering his bases. If one movie fails to impress, he always has the other to fall back on. Either way it will be a win for him. Hopefully both films are good though.
superdog
superdog - 7/21/2009, 4:13 PM
Kev@ I believe deadpool will be second as it is not ready for production yet. And also I agree that fox should be smart and go second, since deadpool is a lesser known character, Reynolds rise in starpower would be great.
Gweedo
Gweedo - 7/21/2009, 4:14 PM
He could still do cross overs. Didn't you see Nutty Professor?
JoshWilding
JoshWilding - 7/21/2009, 4:17 PM
superdog: couldnt agree more!!
WulfComicFan
WulfComicFan - 7/21/2009, 4:21 PM
I don't know, I think he'll do good at them, he is a good actor, just has to not be so smarmy in GL but in Deadpool thjat would be a must, and he is smarmy...That's why he would have been so great as Wally West.

As for others characters...I can't really see it...
longbowhunter
longbowhunter - 7/21/2009, 4:23 PM
In the ever raging war of Marvel vs. DC it looks like the winner is Ryan Reynolds. Personally I'm glad to hear he is still playing Deadpool, and I'm okay with him as Hal Jordan so I guess I'm a winner too. NICE!
charbelelnasr
charbelelnasr - 7/21/2009, 4:38 PM
OK, he's exagerating, he's already doing two superheroes one from each side and he wants a third.It's obvious that he doesn't care about any of the characters, he's just doing it to further his career.If he did care he would stuck with only Deadpool. It's obvious he's not going to get a third superhero, because after doing Hal(Warner won't give him a second superhero and Marvel won't cast him again because he's already Deadpool.
THEPHOENIX
THEPHOENIX - 7/21/2009, 4:39 PM
Ryan Reynolds for Wally West and they will have the John Stewart Lantern in theJustice League movie.
superdog
superdog - 7/21/2009, 4:40 PM
longbowhunter@ we are all winners man

Reck79
Reck79 - 7/21/2009, 4:41 PM
I think some people are apprehensive about Ryan Reynolds playing GL because they're only focusing on his tight-lipped sarcastic comedic side, but the man does have some range as an actor. The Nines is good proof of that. I'll admit it though, I'd rather see him as The Flash, but there's no going back now.

The real question now is... Who should play The Flash?
Spock
Spock - 7/21/2009, 4:44 PM
I think this could work, just relax & let the man work. He will collect royalties for years to come.

@ superdog where did u get that pic, so unrelated!!!!!!!
WulfComicFan
WulfComicFan - 7/21/2009, 4:44 PM
I think maybe Craig Horner could pull off Wally....maybe...
WulfComicFan
WulfComicFan - 7/21/2009, 4:44 PM
I do like LEEE's casting for the Flash movie in his article...
longbowhunter
longbowhunter - 7/21/2009, 4:54 PM
Know your ABCs bitch, Asian Bass Champion!
Osiris
Osiris - 7/21/2009, 5:00 PM
"There's no rule that says you can't play two different characters in two different comic-book universes."

there FRACKING should be!!!!
StephenStrange
StephenStrange - 7/21/2009, 5:15 PM
Truly this must be the record. When all is said and done Reynolds will have been 3 different comic book characters.
That's really something.
WulfComicFan
WulfComicFan - 7/21/2009, 5:34 PM
Call me dumb, but what characters did Rouke play?
thegreek
thegreek - 7/21/2009, 5:39 PM
RYAN REYNOLDS TO PLAY ALL THE JUSTICE LEAGUE CHARACTERS IN ONE MOVIE
RedDevil
RedDevil - 7/21/2009, 6:08 PM
It could definately work. I agree with GUNSMITH deadpool face is rarely seen since his face is all [frick]ed up so we won't be able to see ryan's face in deadpool even if we did it'll be [frick]ed up makeup. Green Lantern's face is exposed so that's where we will see ryan's face but with GL mask on the eyes plus GL does have completely white eyes i mean there seems to be no problem.
How bout this ready................ryan as an asgardian in THOR or a dwarf a very buff dwarf or frost giant lol
Ghola
Ghola - 7/21/2009, 6:27 PM
I dont see any problem with Ryan Reynolds playing GL and even if (god forbid) the movie sucks there are other GL's to take Hal's place in other movies.
GUNSMITH
GUNSMITH - 7/21/2009, 6:32 PM
ONE THINGS FOR SURE IN HOLLYWOOD, YOU DO A BIG NAME SUPERHERO IN A BIG BUDGET FILM...YOU ARE SET FOR LIFE, FOR LIFE, WIPE YOUR AS WITH SILK AND BATHE IN A TUB OF CHAMPAGNE..PLUS HE'S GOT SCARLETT JOHANSEN...THIS IS FREAKING VAN WILDER...HE CAN GET THAT COMIC BOOK BUFF BODY THOUGH..SEEN HOW COMIC BOOK HE LOOKED IN BLADE THREE?
StephenStrange
StephenStrange - 7/21/2009, 6:41 PM
That certainly seems to be the case, Gunsmith. And the funny thing is the character he was supposed to be playing doesn't look 'comic book" at all. Think a vampire version of Columbo.
hewilldefytheirgravity
hewilldefytheirgravity - 7/21/2009, 7:12 PM
This is interesting. For the last couple of years all we've heard is that Ryan Reynolds was in the lead to play The Flash. He did a great job with Deadpool for the amount of time he actually got to do something.
charbelelnasr
charbelelnasr - 7/21/2009, 7:27 PM
He will not be The Flash, because I highly doubt that WB would givr 2 of their superheroes to the same person.
Inohaku
Inohaku - 7/21/2009, 7:30 PM
Reynolds is a lucky man indeed and works hard, he deserves it.

Looking forward to both films.
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