Tom Hardy stars as Eddie Brock in Sony Pictures' Spider-Man spin-off Venom, where we finally catch a glimpse of fan-favorite Carnage. Woody Harrelson plays Cletus Kasady, a psychopath and serial killer, in a post-credits scene - a role we'll see more of in Venom 2. But who else could have brought Carnage to life? Check out this list for other comic book characters we'd love to see on the big screen.
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He wore a mask, mostly (Rorschach in "Watchmen"). This guy is terrifying, has the look, and a great voice for the character.He wore a mask, mostly (Rorschach in "Watchmen"). This guy is terrifying, has the look, and a great voice for the character.This guy is terrifying, has the look, and a great voice for the character.
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Watch.Lockout.This guy nails the Cletus vibe. Plus, he is unknown and looks crazy, which works perfectly.
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Hall fits the age, hair color, and look. He has a distinct voice, a fan following, and plays serial killers.
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The shrill voice, the intensity, the build, the hair color, the talent! This guy was made for Carnage. He may beX-Men.He is Angel, but they might not use the character soon. Also, consider the Ben Affleck Daredevil/Batman option.
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He might be too attached toThe Dark Knight.One look from this guy puts you on edge, even if he is attached to the mythos. He played well before, and with the right script, he could make a great Carnage.
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He is older, but still, who does not want to see a completely unhinged, manic Jim Carrey loose in a juicy role?
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He is older and more focused on dramas, but his manic energy, comedy, and voice could make for a great Carnage.
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Cletus Kasady is a convict and serial killer, but he is also very funny and weirdly charming. Norman Reedus shows all of that well.
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He plays Carnage exceptionally well. His take on Carnage might be different from the rest of this list, but it could be special.
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This guy's name appears often with Carnage. He might be older, but if they use him for the character, he would be perfect. He is unhinged, uncomfortable, uncompromising, and funny.
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He has the right look and talent, provided we go more in the direction ofDistrict 9.or.A-Team.than.Elysium.This guy quickly played all character types and could throw them all into one role and let loose.
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Sam Rockwell has the ability to seem charming and depraved at once. We want to see him play a fully homicidal nut job; who doesn't want Rockwell/Carnage dancing?
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Based on his wildly changing voice, energy, and mania, this guyis.Carnage! His take on Moriarty in BBC's "Sherlock" is perfect, close to Cletus.
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Gubler is very funny, has the right build, and has not yet gotten a major film role.
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He always seems just right. He has the right size and build, he is intense and charming, and his performance inThe Gift.suits the Cletus Kasady mindset.
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Another actor who might be older, but his build, psychotic manner, and voice definitely deserve consideration.
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This guy's look screams intense, manic, and psychotic.
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Alan Tudyk is funny, charismatic, a redhead, a bit crazy, has a huge fanbase, and shows great talent. He is the perfect fit for Carnage.
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If they cast him younger, this "Breaking Bad" and "Friday Night Lights" actor plays an amazing dead-eyed killer. He remains almost likable.
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Five years ago, he would not have made this list. Jake Gyllenhaal shows great talent, but nobody saw him as Carnage then. Then...Jake Gyllenhaal is listed among 30 Actors for Great Carnage.Jake Gyllenhaal is listed among 30 Actors for Great Carnage.Jake Gyllenhaal is listed among 30 Actors for Great Carnage.Gyllenhaal showed a different side in this film. Now he looks gaunt, bug-eyed, and unhinged. He fits Cletus Kasady perfectly.
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Christian Camargo gave a solid crazy performance in "Dexter." He has a great angular face and is young enough for a franchise.
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He is already Magneto. Yes, he is a bit old. But he would be amazing. He has the right coloring, the intensity, the psychosis, and the commitment to his parts.
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Clifton Collins, Jr. is an underrated actor with a great look and a taste for playing serial killers and criminals. This guy could be a great enemy to Eddie Brock (Venom). Plus, he is an absolute chameleon.
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The look, the build, the talent. He remains relatively unknown. He has been in many films but stayed under the radar. He is the bully fromZack Ward is listed among 30 Actors for Great Carnage.Zack Ward is listed among 30 Actors for Great Carnage.
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Olsen has a great comic book look, the right body type, and humor similar to Carnage.
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He has had some flops recently. If theRyan Reynolds is listed among 30 Actors for Great Carnage.franchise fails, we want to see him play a full-fledged, psychopathic, wise-cracking Carnage.
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He would be an older, more plotting Carnage. This guy certainly has the acting skills for the character.
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Will Arnett is an underrated talent. He is very funny and can bring a great, different take to Carnage.
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There is backlash for including RPatz. But he is a solid actor. Watch his turn inRobert Pattinson is listed among 30 Actors for Great Carnage.. He is young, super intense, and strange-looking. He needs an adult role to break out of theRobert Pattinson is listed among 30 Actors for Great Carnage.madness. His huge following means ticket sales, which will not hurt a weirdmovie about aliensRobert Pattinson is listed among 30 Actors for Great Carnage, including symbiotes.
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