Overnight news has broken that Warner Bros. are moving ahead with recasting Floyd Lawton/Deadshot for James Gunn’s upcoming The Suicide Squad.
According to THR Luthor star Idris Elba met with Gunn last week to discuss the role. According to the trade that meeting went “swimmingly”. It is also said that Elba is Gunn’s only choice to take on over the role.
Will Smith only recently exited the role due to scheduling conflicts. At the time of the announcement it was unclear whether Warner would move ahead with a new actor or replace the character completely.
The Suicide Squad (aka Suicide Squad 2)is aiming for an August 6, 2020 release date.
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