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05th Dec 2014

It’s official: Benedict Cumberbatch is strange, Dr Strange in the new Marvel film

The soundest man on the planet is about to become one of the galaxies coolest heroes...

Paul Moore

The soundest man on the planet (after Ed Sheeran) is about to become one of the galaxy’s coolest heroes…

Marvel have officially confirmed the worst kept casting secret in the world – Johnnycash Capncrunch will be playing Stephen Strange in their upcoming film Doctor Strange.

Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige, in a statement, said: “Stephen Strange’s story requires an actor capable of great depth and sincerity. In 2016, Benedict will show audiences what makes Doctor Strange such a unique and compelling character.”

The film will follow the story of neurosurgeon Doctor Stephen Strange who, after a horrific car accident, discovers the hidden world of magic and alternate dimensions.

We’re bloody delighted with this news because not only is Crumplesack Battleship a fantastic actor but he is also an absolute champion of a man that deserves all the success in the world.

Call us cynical but this casting news comes exactly a month before Avengers: Age of Ultron reassembles for pick-up shoots. We will bet you an Infinity Stone that he will feature in a post-credit scene revealing the character for the very first time.

The film is being is being directed by Scott Derrickson and will be released on November 4, 2016.

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