Benedict Cumberbatch On Getting His Role In STAR TREK Sequel

The famed actor who can now be seen on the new show Sherlock on PBS, appeared on VH1 to talk about his new show, as well as what it was like on trying to obtain his role in the upcoming sequel. Watch the interview after the jump!

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By WesleyGibson - May 04, 2012 03:05 AM EST

Filed Under: Star Trek

Source: www.trekmovies.com

It has been confirmed by numerous sources that Benedict Cumberbatch will portray the villainous Khan in the upcoming Star Trek sequel directed by J.J. Abrams. Check out this interview below, giving some insight on how he nabbed the role as the villain for the anticipated sequel.

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Jump to 3:40 for the news on his role for Star Trek.

In Addition, Cumberbatch had a little Star Trek quiz form the guys over at MTV see how he fared below.

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3 Comments

RexDartEskimoSpy - 5/4/2012, 12:03 PM

He kinda looks like Bryan Singer. Which is not really a good thing. You'd think the outcome of selective bredding wouldn't have eyes so far apart. Maybe they gave him hammerhead shark DNA?

Benedict Cumberbatch On Getting His Role In STAR TREK Sequel

The famed actor who can now be seen on the new show Sherlock on PBS, appeared on VH1 to talk about his new show, as well as what it was like on trying to obtain his role in the upcoming sequel. Watch the interview after the jump!

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