Johnny Depp Might Rock You In The Freddie Mercury Biopic

by Jessica Barnes Dec 30th 2006 // 5:00PM

Filed under: Drama, Music & Musicals, Casting, RumorMonger

It was only just a little over a month ago when Jeffery had the news of an upcoming film on the life of rock legend Freddie Mercury. So, it shouldn't be a surprise that already rumors are flying fast and furious as to who is going to get play Mercury in the upcoming biopic.

An article in the UK newspaper The Independent * ~~spoke with~~ Queen guitarist Brian May about the project. May had announced that Johnny Depp might be in line for the part of Mercury. May was pretty guarded about making any promises, as he stated that "Discussions are at an early stage," with the actor. However, it seems like May and other band members are supportive of the idea of Depp in the role, saying Depp was "fantastic" and "He would be a worthy counterpart for Freddie on screen". The project is thought to be under Robert DeNiro's Tribeca Films, since DeNiro had put his own money behind the current Queen stage musical We Will Rock You, after meeting May and Queen drummer Roger Taylor at the Venice Film Festival in 1996.

Since this is all just speculation at this point, it could be a while before anyone signs on the dotted line. But, I have to admit it would be nice to see Depp on land again. If nothing else, if they decide re-enact the video for I Want To Break Free, at least we know for certain that Depp can handle walking in heels.

*Correction: The comments regarding Depp in the role originated on May's website and not in The Independent.

[via JoBlo.com]

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Tags: biography, Freddie Mercury, FreddieMercury, Johnny Depp, JohnnyDepp, movie, Queen, Robert DeNiro, RobertDeniro, Tribeca Films, TribecaFilms, We Will Rock You, WeWillRockYou

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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)

12-30-2006 @ 7:21PM

Webmaster said...

ERROR: 1st sentence 2nd paragraph. Brian May didn't "speak with" The Independent Newspaper as stated here. These comments originate from his own posting on his official website http://www.brianmay.com in reply to a fan letter. http://brianmay.com/brian/brianssb/brianssbdec06.html#14 refers.

1-02-2007 @ 4:59PM

doris e. galloway said...

Johnny Depp as Freddie Mercury?? Perfect! My two favorite performers of all time combined as one. I hope I can handle it.

1-02-2007 @ 10:38PM

Scott said...

Johnny Depp as Freddie Mercury? I'm closing my eyes real hard and trying to picture it. Ok! Yea I think he can pull it off, Johnny Depp can in fact act, he's played a scissor hand man, a candy loving man, and a young undercover cop which happens to be my favorite show (21 Jump Street) lol. And now to become one of the most influential lead singers of all time. If he really is the choice to play the late great Freddie Mercury, then it might just be a hit. Johnny Depp is nominated for a People's Choice Award for Favorite Male Action Star. His film "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest" is also nominated for Favorite Movie. I voted early because I work with the People's Choice Community. The People's Choice Award airs Jan 9th on CBS at 9pm and Queen Latifah is this year's host. Head over to the message board http://pcavote.webboard.com and ask Johnny Depp a question, and your question may be answered live during the awards show

3-07-2007 @ 4:46PM

Sophie said...

I love Freddie Mercury, he is the best musician of all time, and johnny depp would be fantastic as Freddie. If you think about it, who else would be able to pull off freddie's unique personality and stage performance better than Depp? I'm really looking forward to watching it!

1-21-2007 @ 2:13AM

ksavie said...

Suck your finger, Johnny, yu are not Freddie, and even not his finger.

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