Ben-DutkaWe know the "Uncharted" movie is coming and considering what we've heard from Naughty Dog, this is one film based on a game that has a real chance. You know, a chance to be something other than junk.
Naughty Dog has faith in the crew behind the movie and we can't look past that; such a crew of perfectionists wouldn't let their precious series suffer a terrible big-screen death, now would they? And they definitely need some star power to add to the overall appeal, which is why the role of Nathan Drake is an important one. During an interview with OPM UK , Drake voice actor Nolan North hinted that Aussie superstar Hugh Jackman might be on the top of a short list. North admits that he'd "love to do it as Nathan Drake," but he says he also "understands the reality of the business" and someone like Jackman would be a perfect fit. Said North:
"Jackman is who I’d like to see. I think the producers would like to see Jackman too, because he has that tough guy exterior, but […] there’s also a lot going on behind his eyes. A lot of emotion and sensitivity on that brusque exterior, and he has great comic timing. He’s a phenomenal actor. I just hope I get a part on the movie so I can work with Hugh."
Well, it works. Jackman really is a damn good actor and he does fit the physical look and mold of Nathan Drake. Furthermore, although Drake doesn't have an Australian accent, one of his good buddies ('cough') in Uncharted 2 did (Harry Flynn) so maybe it's not so much of a stretch to say Drake is from the land down under. Besides, Naughty Dog says they've been amazed at how many girls love the game and…well, Hugh Jackman tends to bring in the ladies. This isn't final but if it happens, the movie will definitely be on the right track in our opinion.
Ben, who would you pick for Chloe?
Don't care. Whoever it is, she won't be as hot as the virtual Chloe. 😉
I could see a kate beckinsale for her role =p
Always liked Beckinsale. Still…
Why not get the person who provides the voice for her…Claudia Black. For those who don't know what she looks like she was in Pitch Black and in the sci-fi series Farscape. Besides I think she's hot, something about women and firearms…
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@sunspider13, well chole's character is kinda young for claudia black, IMO.
Claudia Black isn't that hot. Kate seems like a more likley choice.
Kevin what? But she's definitely pretty lol.
Hope you're not just saying that coz' she's older 😉
angelina jolie?
than uncharted could truly be the new tomb raider.
admit it your going to miss this a$$
Kojima also wanted him for Snake…Sheesh!
Jackman does remind me of Snake from Metal Gear Solid on PS1.
yeh he does kinda remind me of him too he could do it aslong as he puts on this cool snake voice
He'd be a good Snake but not Drake. He's too old and it just wouldn't be right.
I'd think he would make a good snake because he has the best balance of look/voice. Snake is just too iconic to get right, I mean that trade mark look and his grunt.
For Nathan he does seem a little manly. Nathan is more of a athletic type not brute force, ex: Wolverine.
This is merely a rumour, Kojima – from my knowledge – has never, in actuality, conveyed this. Hope it's true nonetheless.
no kojima wanted kurt russell
I think the Kurt Russel thing comes from Kojima basing Solid Snake on the Snake Pliskin character.
Solid snake AKA iroquois pliskin.
I would so rather have Hugh Jackman play the role of Drake than Matthew Mcconadouche'
But I still think Nathan Fillon is the perfect choice.
Yea, Hugh would be better then Matthew Mckindagay.
Nathan Fillon?!……You gotta be kiddin' me!
Do you mean Nathan Fillion? Because dear God…no.
i agree, Nathan Fillion wud fit better as Drake
Nathan Fillon to me would fit Drake best, he looks and sounds just like drake!
What's with the Matthew McConaughey hate(not that I'm defending him)?
Nathan Fillion can't even carry a TV show, and you want him as a lead character in a movie?! Pffft….
Someone here didn't watch Firefly it seems. He's likeable, looks the part, and is very easy to root for.
Nathan from his Firefly days would be perfect. Now? Not so much.
I definitely agree that Nathan Fillon would fit the role of Drake so well. He's got a similar voice, a strong visual resemblance, and even his personality is almost identical… check out an episode of Castle on hulu.com and you'll see what I mean.
The only downside is that Nathan Fillon was the model and voice actor for Sergeant Buck in Halo 3: ODST… lol.
I think hugh Jackman is a perfect idea for the role of drake.
Agree with you Jiggy way better choice than Matthew McCaunghy or whatever !
Hugh Jackman is definitely a worthy choice. If anyone could pull Nathan off, it's him.
No ND don't do it! Just use Nolan North!!
Oh man the wife is gonna like this. She keeps asking me who would play Drake. She's a fan of Jackman. 🙁
Ha!
Honestly, is there a wife that ISN'T? 😉
Haha, no kidding, I think Jackman is the fantasy of every wife/girlfriend out there.
Probably, Jackman's wife, when he's coming home late from all those filmings.
I think it would be cool if Nolan North played Drake in the Uncharted movie. All he needs to do is work out for a few months to get Drake's physical stature, and he's got it!
It would be so cool if the voice and motion capture actor of the in-game character were able to play that same character in the film.
A little too old…..but not a horrible choice.
I think James Roday would be good as Drake, he already looks like him, he's got the humor, but he'd have to toughen up a bit.
I thought about him too I think he would be a great fit for the part but now that they might actually be targeting Hugh I can't decide who I'd rather see playing Drake.
sounds good to me.
ben, sorry but harry flynn has got one of the most english accents i've ever heard and is not australian at all. better watch out before the aussies come out and flame you!
Is it? Sorry, I'm not good with dialects.
But when I hear "mate," I guess I just think "Australia." LOL
The game's manual says he is english .
Oooooooooh!!!!!!!! Burned!
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Whats up with the English vs Aussie hate. All I know is that at one point Australia was the English prison island…
If Doughnut Drake makes an appearance, Ralphie May gets my vote…
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Whoever gets the role better play the game before they start filming, as well as talk to ND & North to learn about the character. We don't want another Max Payne or Hitman.
i think it still needs to be nolan north, i dont think i will feel the character as much not hearing nates voice. same would go for hayter and snake.
but i do like jackman so we'll see what they can do!
North just cant ever be lead..Hes not a big name star that a movie like this needs (from a marketing point of view).
Also correct me if Im wrong, but in some of his pictures North doesnt appear to be the physically fit type to do the jumping, climbing parts of the movie…
Agreed.