Ejiofor, who previously worked together with Benedict Cumberbatch in '12 Years a Slave', is in talks for a mystery role.
- January 23, 2015
AceShowbiz -
Chiwetel Ejiofor apparently is circling a role in "Doctor Strange". According to a Thursday, January 22 report from THR, the Oscar-nominated actor is now in early talks for a mystery role. Marvel had no comment on the report. If the deal is sealed, he will reunite with "12 Years a Slave" co-star Benedict Cumberbatch who is tapped to play the Sorcerer Supreme.
"Doctor Strange" is directed by Scott Derrickson with the screenplay from Jon Spaiht. It tells the story of a neurosurgeon named Stephen Strange who discovers the hidden world of magic and alternate dimensions following a horrific car accident. Back in December, it was reported that Morgan Freeman, Bill Nighy and Ken Watanabe were circling the role of Doctor Strange's mentor, the Ancient One.
Earlier this week, Derrickson teased the movie by sharing an excerpt from the comic. He then retweeted a photo shared by Spaiht which features "Azathoth" by H.P. Lovecraft.
It was arrogance... pic.twitter.com/Yq6OOlelvB
— Scott Derrickson (@scottderrickson) January 19, 2015— Jon Spaihts (@jonspaihts) January 22, 2015
Ejiofor received Best Actor nominations at the Oscars and Golden Globe Awards for his performance in "12 Years a Slave". He next can be seen in "Z for Zachariah" with Chris Pine and Margot Robbie.
