Casting news for lead role in Stargate Universe
MGM has just posted a news release naming Robert Carlyle as the actor who’ll be taking on the lead role of Dr. David Rush in Stargate Universe. (ROBERT CARLYLE TO STAR IN SCI FI’S NEW ORIGINAL SERIES ‘STARGATE UNIVERSE’)
We couldn’t be more excited to set Robert Carlyle for Stargate Universe. He brings a depth, intelligence, and complexity to his roles, which will fit perfectly with the fresh, new reinvention of this franchise,” said Mark Stern, Executive Vice President, Original Programming for SCI FI & Co-Head Original Content, Universal Cable Productions.
The press release also gives some limited information about the role Carlyle will fill (Dr. David Rush). Emphasis mine. :-)
SGU follows a band of soldiers, scientists and civilians, who must fend for themselves as they are forced through a Stargate when their hidden base comes under attack. The desperate survivors emerge aboard an ancient ship missing in the far reaches of space. As they fight to survive, Dr. Rush (Carlyle) works to unlock the mysteries of the ship and return the group home, but evidence of his ulterior motives soon arises.
And there might be even more news soon, since “additional casting is currently underway.”
Have you watched Robert Carlyle in any other television or movie roles? What do you think about him as the lead on Stargate Universe? Let me know in the comments.
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