RUMOR: Cruise, Reeves & Depp In The Running For Robocop?

MovieHole is claiming rumblings of possible candidates for MGM's Robocop remake with José Padilha (Elite Squad 1-2) set to direct. They include some big names such as Tom Cruise, Keanu Reeves and Johnny Depp. I'd call bullshit on this rumor but I could see any of these actors in the role of Alex Murphy. I'd rather see Cruise in the film as it would be pretty shocking to see him killed on screen then resurrected as a cyborg cop. Of course this could totally false as all three actors have upcoming films about to shoot but it's still interesting to think one of these actors could be the next Robocop.

Jose Padilha In Talks With MGM To Direct Robocop Reboot

It doesn't look like we'll ever see Darren Aronofsky's version of Robocop as Deadline reports that MGM is in talks with Brazilian director Jose Padilha to helm the reboot. While I did enjoy Padilha's Elite Squad and I hear great things about the sequel there could be issues. Jose has yet to work in the world of extensive special effects or even the world of science fiction. It's risky but could be one of the more interesting reboots in development. I have mixed feelings on this choice as the prospect of Aronofsky directing is becoming slim.