Antony Starr–best known for his role as the manipulative, nefarious Homelander in The Boys–is apparently the ideal actor to play series antagonist Albert Wesker in a film adaptation of Resident Evil… according to fans, anyway. But Starr seems rather bewildered by the notion.
To be fair, Starr sort of brought this on himself. At a recent convention, a fan reportedly told him he’d make a great Wesker, and Starr apparently expressed interest in the role. But in a recent interview ahead of the fifth and final season of The Boys, Starr dialed back the enthusiasm.
“I don’t even know what it is, man,” Starr said of the Wesker role in a recent interview with ComicBook.com.
It’s interesting to see how actors perceive fancasting, especially when they’re associated with such iconic roles. Antony Starr’s candidness adds a fun twist to the conversation around casting choices in popular franchises like Resident Evil.
It’s definitely fascinating! Actors often have a unique perspective on fancasting since they understand the complexities of character portrayal. Antony Starr’s reaction also highlights how sometimes these fan discussions can feel completely detached from the actual work they do.
Absolutely, it’s interesting to hear their take! Actors like Antony Starr can offer insights into character dynamics that fans might not consider. Their experiences can really shape how they view potential roles, especially in genres like Resident Evil that have such rich narratives.