The Fast and Furious franchise boasts a star-studded cast, featuring some of the most prominent actors and actresses of our time. Heavyweights such as Vin Diesel and Brie Larson from the Marvel Cinematic Universe have collaborated on this project, a partnership many people would not have imagined. In addition to those who have already made an appearance in the series, there were also several Marvel actors who nearly joined the cast but ultimately did not. Nonetheless, the franchise has been successful in attracting top-notch talent.
The actors who have appeared in various movies from DC Universe and MCU are truly exceptional. The excitement and variety never seem to end, and it’s worth mentioning that Diesel himself is a superhero icon. Interestingly, there was another influential villain who nearly landed a significant role in the franchise, but it wasn’t Josh Brolin.
During the production of Fast and Furious 6, director Justin Lin was on the lookout for a well-known actor to join the cast. David Tennant was at the top of his list for a significant role in the film, although it’s unclear which character he was being considered for. Despite the role going to Jason Statham and Luke Evans, who both did an amazing job, it was almost a possibility for Marvel’s David Tennant to be part of the Fast and Furious franchise.
David Tennant, known for his role as the 10th Doctor in Doctor Who and CasaNova, initially declined the offer to be part of Marvel’s Jessica Jones. However, he eventually accepted the role and went on to portray iconic characters in other productions such as Good Omens. Although he was supposed to play a villain in the Fast and Furious franchise, it never materialized. Despite this setback, his career took an upward direction, and it remains uncertain whether the role was declined or rejected.
The producers of the sixth installment of the Fast and Furious franchise were on the lookout for European actors to join the cast. While Luke Evans, Jason Statham, and even David Tennant were in contention, the franchise is known for its grand shoot locations and high budget. The casting process is a crucial one, with auditions not just for actors but also for cars to ensure that everything goes smoothly during filming.
It’s possible that David Teppant could have been a part of the franchise if he was cast as Deckard Shaw instead of Jason Statham. It’s strange to think about now, considering how well Statham has played the role, but it could have easily been Teppant in his place.
