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In a world where superhero franchises like Marvel or DC seem to dominate the box office, the adult animated superhero tale ofInvinciblehas quietly emerged as an excellent alternate. Despite not being as big as its contenders, the comic books as well as the animated series with characters like Omni-Man and Invincible have received an incredible reception and praise for rebranding superheroes as someone normal can actually relate with.
Seeing the overwhelming success it has received, especially after its animated Prime Video series started airing, there have been reports of a live-action movie in the works. And fans have been wondering who would be the perfect choice to play Omni-Man.
J.K. Simmons Wants Ryan Reynolds To Play Omni-Man
J.K. Simmonsis an incredible actorwith many accolades and well-known rolesto his name. Yet lately, he has been gaining traction for voicing Omni-Man or Nolan Grayson in Prime Video’sInvincibleseries. But with a live-action movie reportedly in the works (viaIGN), the actor does not want to reprise his character in such a movie despite being a fan favorite.
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In an interview withComicBook.com, Simmons stated,
“Absolutely not. I don’t think Omni-Man should be played by a 69-year-old… I mean, the first two guys I’m thinking of are Ryan Reynolds and… I mean, you’re thinking of the buff guy… Here’s who needs to play Omni Man… Hugh Jackman.”
While fans don’t seem to like eitherRyan Reynoldsor Hugh Jackman (viaX), they are disappointed that Simmons would not pick up his superhero mantle in live-action.
As we await further details about the live-actionInvinciblemovie, here are three other actors who would be the perfect choice to play Omni-Man in a movie.
3Jon Bernthal
Any comic book fan would know what an impressive actor and intense performerJon Bernthalis. The actor has already proven his worth to play a character like Omni-Man whenhe starred as the Punisherin Netflix’sDefenderssaga and even showed his ability to play a lead character when he headed two well-received seasons ofThe Punisher.
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Bernthal could not only bring a visceral edge to the character, but his intense physicality and ability can make for a compelling portrayal of the conflicted Vitrumite. His acting range can further prove helpful when it comes to exploring the complexities of Omni-Man.
Best known forstarring in the hit seriesMan Men,Jon Hamm‘s chameleon-like eyes, which possess the ability to switch between emotions effortlessly, are enough for us to convince he deserves to be on this list. With his suave demeanor and intensity, Hamm can perfectly bring Omni-Man’s sophisticated and brooding personality to life.
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Moreover, Hamm is a versatile actor, an ability that is majorly needed when it comes to portraying theInvinciblecharacter. His charisma, coupled with his incredible acting range, is a further asset that can help when it comes to Omni-Man’s inner turmoil and moral struggles.
1Jeffrey Dean Morgan
FromThe Walking DeadtoSupernaturalJeffrey Dean Morganis known for his captivating presence and ability to embody complex characters likeInvincible’sOmni-Man. Omni-Man is a superhero, a protector who is also a not-so-good father,a character similar to his role as John WinchesterinSupernatural.
With his experience in portraying morally ambiguous characters, Morgan seems to be the perfect choice to bring the conflicted personality of Omni-Man to the big screen. While there are many other talented actors who could bring the character to life, Morgan is more of an apt choice given his age, experience, and talent.
Invincibleis currently streaming on Amazon Prime.
Maria Sultan
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Maria Sultan is a dedicated News Content Writer at FandomWire. With over five years of professional experience and hundreds of published articles, she brings a wealth of expertise to her coverage of Marvel, K-dramas, and the latest on streaming platforms.Her work is not just about reporting news; it’s about providing insightful perspectives on the entertainment trends that matter most.
