A casting call is made for the actress' stand-in and body double in Atlanta, confirming the rumors that Hank Pym will meet Carter at some point in the film.
- November 4, 2014
AceShowbiz -
Hayley Atwell has been a big part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and she will now take part in "Ant-Man". A casting call from Project Casting has confirmed the rumors that her Peggy Carter will appear in the upcoming superhero film.
An ad is placed in "Ant-Man" shooting location in Atlanta, looking for a body double and a stand-in for Atwell. The call read, "Casting directors are looking for an actor to work as a stand-in for the actor Haley Atwell. Haley Atwell is 31, 5'7 and 112 pounds. She is best known for her work in stage productions such as 'A View from the Bridge', and in films such as 'Cassandra's Dream', 'The Duchess', 'The Pillars of the Earth', and 'Captain America: The First Avenger'. In addition, casting directors are looking for a body double that meets certain requirements."
Back in August, Latino Review reported that Michael Douglas' Hank Pym would have a conversation with S.H.I.E.L.D. founding members Peggy Carter, Howard Stark, Armin Zola and a young Alexander Pierce. It was the appearances of these characters that became a problem for original director Edgar Wright, who eventually quit the movie in May due to creative differences.
Atwell's Carter has appeared in "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" and "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." She will reprise the role on the ABC series' November 18 episode titled "The Things We Bury". The episode will give viewers another glimpse into what she's been up to in a post-Captain America world.
"Ant-Man" hits U.S. theaters July 17, 2015. Peyton Reed directs the pic while Paul Rudd portrays the titular character.
