Seems a hopeful Canadian actor James Preston Rogers is hoping to generate enough online buzz to get the attention of Kenneth Branagh for the role of Thor.
James Preston Rogers has worked as a bouncer, wrestler, actor, Canadian Tire employee, and soon, he hopes he can add god of thunder to his resume.
The six-foot-six blonde Brampton, Ont. native is vying with Hollywood stars to play the mythological Norse superhero in the 2011 Marvel Studios film Thor.
I have no idea if this guy can even act, but he does kinda resemble the part with his bulging biceps and long blond hair.
He has played a background part as Bjorn the Viking in Outlander starring James Caviezel and Ron Perlman. So although he has managed to secure some acting jobs he is still a relative unknown.
Could this guy be a diamond in the rough or just an over eager fanboy actor hoping for a shot at the bigs?
I am going to vote LOON! I can’t take this guy seriously.
Give this guy a shot. He has character, he’s built and he can use a hammer.
But we don’t even know if he can act.
Read my name and tell me someone perfect for the role hasn’t already been found. Skaarsgard FTW!
That being said, this guy is still funny, and he’s got the Thor physique down 100%, IMO. I think he would absolutely shine in some sort of parody movie (something with actually intelligent writing, though, unlike “Superhero Movie”).
i don’t know think “silly” is what Kenneth Branagh is looking for in his Thor.
To: Mr. James Preston Rogers
Your video was hilarious and you’ve got my vote. I’ll be sure to tell Kenny.
I get the feeling like he just wanted to make a funny ass video one day in the workplace…
That being said, this was great!!! I would let him at least try out.
Thank God ( or in the Norse case: thank Gods ) Brad Pitt is unavailable. This guy looks good for the part .
I say give him an audition, see how he does. if he nails it give give him a chance. Thor should be much bigger than average. If it means getting him some more acting classes, do it. He has a whole year to prepare.
Honestly, it’s people like him who want it badly who may, (and I mean MAY) just do the best job. He looks like he could do the heroics well enough, the more subtle stuff, I don’t know. But, in all actuality, Thor is not one for subtlety, just read the comic, he’s always posturing.
Desire to play the role falls at the very bottom of the list of qualities to GET the role.
It’s always been a good gamble to cast unknowns. Who knows, this could be a jackpot.
He was REALLY good in Outlander, even though it was a small part. I’m not sure he can carry an entire movie on his own, but I’ll be willing to give him a shot.
This guy is great!! I don’t know about being Thor, but there’s got to be a part for him in one of the many upcoming comic book movies!
ya i agree this guy looks like he is primed for acting.
Why wasn’t this guy cast as Sabretooth in Wolverine? I like his sense of humor, he would have pulled off Homicidal Maniac very well, and oh yea…. he has the size and look to match.
You know that Sabertooth is not a maniac right? He is pathological, not maniacal.
I appauld his sense of humor and for putting himself out there.
I am rooting for Alexander to nab the role.
/ film has a list of actors that have auditioned for thor.
and natalie portman is rumored to be in too. woo-hoo!
I say Vincent D’onofrio
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LOL… He made a pretty funny thor… almost forgot about that one…. 1987 flashback…..
well he wasnt thor he was the mechanic…..adventures ion babysitting for the win IMO…but ofcourse vincent does not look like that anymore lol…though i fucking love law n order
lol awesome…i have to say this guy looks amazingly like thor…i would go with him just cause the dude is so fucking funny
Remember Tom Welling was unknown as well.
Skarsgard for Thor!
Then again, Destroyer is mute, right?
Part of me says Loon.
The other part?
Well, maybe “not” Thor, but one of the following:
1) Beta Ray Bill. [small cameo role]
2) Balder The Brave [small cameo role]
3) Ulik
4) The Destroyer
5) Thunderstrike (???)
or
6) Dude in bar/extra on street could be future Thunderstrike but won’t be yadda yadda yadda
okay, my bad. all but the last one.
I’m going to have to cast a vote for LOON!, too. But… the video made me laugh & that’s worth something.
Maybe. Maybe not.