James Corden was considered for the lead role in Darren Aronofsky’s upcoming film “The Whale” before Brendan Fraser was cast. Here’s what happened.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Corden was in talks to star in the film as a morbidly obese man who falls in love with an online chatroom moderator. However, Corden eventually dropped out of the project due to scheduling conflicts.
Fraser was then cast in the role, and he has since been praised for his performance. The film premiered at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival, and it is set to be released in theaters on December 16, 2022.
It is unclear why Corden dropped out of the project. However, it is possible that he was not comfortable with the physical demands of the role. The character of Charlie is 600 pounds, and Corden would have had to gain a significant amount of weight in order to play the role.
It is also possible that Corden was not interested in the project for creative reasons. The film is a challenging and dark story, and it is possible that Corden did not want to be associated with such a project.
Whatever the reason for Corden’s departure, Fraser has proven to be a worthy replacement. He has given a tour-de-force performance in “The Whale,” and he is sure to be nominated for numerous awards for his work.
Fraser’s casting in “The Whale” is a major comeback for the actor. He had a successful career in the early 2000s, but he has struggled in recent years. However, “The Whale” is a reminder of Fraser’s talent, and it is sure to help him revive his career.
When asked if he was disappointed in missing out on the role, Corden told Howard Stern, “It never got far enough to be, like, ‘This is happening.’”
“Things like that happen all the time. The film Darren made with Brendan Fraser is absolutely the film that should be,” Corden said, adding that Fraser’s experience with the film “is the most uplifting and extraordinary story.”
