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Actor Tom Hardy is set to play Elton John in the biopic ‘Rocketman.’
Tom Hardy is going from battling Batman to grappling with the Rocketman.
The British actor is set to star as Elton John in the biopic, “Rocketman,” producers announced Wednesday.
Directed by Michael Gracey, the film will focus on John's progression from a talented youth to a music legend. The acclaimed pianist himself is cooperating with the project, re-recording some of his iconic songs for the movie, the Wrap reported.
“Tom is a stellar talent who will add extraordinary depth and nuance in bringing Elton’s story to life,” producer Steve Hamilton Shaw said in a release. “We are excited to have such a gifted actor on board.”
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John will re-record some of his classic tunes for the movie.
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Deadline first reported that Hardy was circling the project back in June.
Focus Features is distributing the film in the United States.
The 36-year-old Hardy, who broke through last year with big roles in “The Dark Knight Rises” and “Lawless,” has become one of the most sought-after stars in Hollywood.
His big-budget film “Mad Max: Fury Road,” in which he plays the part made famous by Mel Gibson, hits theaters next year. Hardy also recently wrapped the crime drama “Animal Rescue,” which is James Gandolfini’s final movie.
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