There has been so much backlash over theGhostbustersreboot cast, that one very cool addition seems to have become lost in all the white noise. While the main team of newhaint huntersis lead by an ensemble of comedians, includingKristen Wiig,Melissa McCarthy,Leslie JonesandKate McKinnon, there is also one grizzled old bastard who’s been added to the mix. And he’s a familiar face that should make, at the very least,Game of Thronesfans very happy.
Yes, according toInverse,Charles Dancehas a very prominent role in directorPaul Feig’s upcomingfranchise reboot. We’re not sure if his role is a spoiler. But if you don’t want to know what Charles Dance is up to in this horror comedy, we suggest you turn away now. Though we must say, it does sound kind of cool.
While Charles Dance isn’t playing the main villain, he will be a villainous force to be reckoned with. And he will likely team with the main bad guy, played bySaturday Night LivevetNeil Casey.Caseyis said to play the spirit of a gruesome murderer who goes on a mission to resurrect horrible historical figures to form his own spirit army that the new Ghostbusters must square off against. It’s likely that Charles Dance is playing one of these historical ghosts in question.
At this time, Charles Dance’s reps, as well as those working forPaul Feig, will not confirm or deny his presence in the movie. Though, Sony reps are said to have confirmed the news toInverse. The actor is perhaps best known as Tywin Lannister onGame of Thrones. Charles Dance’s co-starPeter Dinklage, interestingly, was an early contender for the main villain.
Along with the main crew, a number of cast members from the original 1984Ghostbustersare confirmed to havecameosin the movie, which is said to be more scary than it is funny.Bill Murray,Dan Aykroyd,Sigourney WeaverandErnie Hudsonwill all appear in some capacity. Though,Rick Moranisturned the projectdown.Ozzy Osbournewill appear as himself at a rock concert that is over taken by evil spirits. And we’ll likely see the return ofSlimer.
While Charles Dance is no longer withGame of Thrones, having been dispatched inSeason 4, he does have a few awaited projects coming up. He will appear inUnderworld 5. And he stars as the iconic literary character Mr. Bennet inPride and Prejudice and Zombies. what do you think? Is he the perfect match for Ghostbusters?
