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No ‘T’ in ‘The A-Team’?
30 December 2009 10:00 AM, PST | The Flickcast | See recent The Flickcast news »
I’ve made no secret about being excited for the The A-Team movie coming out this summer. No matter what other trailer I see (including even Iron Man 2) there’s something about The A-Team that just resonates with me. Maybe it’s the nostalgia factor or it could be that director Joe Carnahan knows how to make a kick-ass action film (see Smokin’ Aces). Either way, it’s my number one pick for the 2010 Summer blockbuster season.
One particular aspect of the new film I’m looking forward to are the cameos from Dirk Benedict and Dwight Shultz, the original Faceman and Murdock. With these two secured I was certain Carnahan would pull off the best cameo trio ever and get Mr. T as well. Unfortunately, that doesn’t seem to be the case.
Latino Review caught up with Mr. T (at a gym no less) and asked him »
- Bob Starr
Mr. T Will Not Have A Cameo In 'The A-Team'
28 December 2009 8:00 AM, PST | MTV Movies Blog | See recent MTV Movies Blog news »
You can't fool us, we know you're excited for "The A-Team." When director Joe Carnahan brings his modern interpretation of the classic '80s action TV series to the big screen next summer, you're going to feel compelled to buy a ticket.
Maybe it's the chance to see that pimped-out supervan of theirs again. Maybe it's the players, a well-cast ensemble that includes Liam Neeson as Hannibal, Bradley Cooper as Faceman, Sharlto Copley as "Howling Mad" Murdock and Ufc champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson as B.A. Baracus, the role made famous by Mr. T. Or maybe you're excited at the prospect of seeing some of the old Team assemble for cameos. Well... it's probably best if you temper that excitement a little bit.
We already know that Dwight Schultz, the original Murdock, will appear in the film. We also know (via Cinematical) that Faceman actor Dirk Benedict will show up as well. »
- Adam Rosenberg
The A-Team Won't Have a Mr. T Cameo
28 December 2009 7:50 AM, PST | Reelzchannel.com | See recent ReelzChannel news »
The A-Team movie will see cameos from TV series actors Dwight Schultz (the original "Howling" Mad Murdock) and Dirk Benedict (the original Faceman). However, LatinoReview report that Mr. T will not make an appearance in the movie.
According to the report, the iconic actor was not interested in returning, since he would not be appearing as B.A. Baracus, the role he originated in the TV series (Quinton "Rampage" Jackson will play that role in the movie). He also didn't want the movie to be marketed around his cameo if he wouldn't be playing a major role. Mr. T claims that he has "nothing against the cast" or the big screen adaptation, he just isn't interested in a cameo.
The A-Team will open June 11, 2010, and stars Jackson, along with Liam Neeson as Hannibal, Bradley Cooper as Faceman, and Sharlto Copley as Murdock. Joe Carnahan directs.
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- Ryan Gowland
The 'T' in 'A-Team' Doesn't Stand for Mr. T
27 December 2009 9:05 PM, PST | CinemaSpy | See recent CinemaSpy news »
Perhaps this is a good thing. While the popular trend is to entice former television stars to participate in cameos for the feature films based on the series in which they once starred, it's a bit of a "device," after all. And sometimes that "device" can actually take you right out of the film. Starsky & Hutch (2004) was certainly awful on it's own, but the tacked-on addition of original series stars Paul Michael Glaser and David Soul at the end only served to punctuate how dreadful the previous 90 minutes had truly been by making us long for the original series.
Seems Mr. T is wise enough to understand all this. Speaking recently with Latino Review — and quashing rumors that he might appear in the forthcoming A-Team feature film — Mr. T made it quite clear that he has no interest in appearing in the big screen outing…and was very clear about »
Mr T Ain’t Gettin’ on No Bandwagon – No Cameo in Movie
27 December 2009 3:26 PM, PST | HeyUGuys.co.uk | See recent HeyUGuys news »
Mr T has turned down a cameo in the Joe Carnahan directed rebake of 80s TV favourite The A-Team according to Latino Review, who spoke to the original B.A. Baracus this week.
While rumours of Dwight Schultz and Dirk Benedict appearing in small roles in the new film have been around for a while it seemed somewhat natural that 20th Century Fox would think to approach one of the most iconic actors of the 80s, but it didn’t happen.
Personally I find these cameos a touch distracting and I can imagine nothing worse than Mr T. appearing as a car salesman or desk bound cop in the new film – or even worse as B.A. Baracus Snr… But seriously the man appears not have aged in the last twenty years so they could have cast him instead of Quinton Jackson so kudos to Mr T. for turning down »
- Jon Lyus
Mr. T Will Not Cameo In The A-Team
27 December 2009 2:51 PM, PST | cinemablend.com | See recent Cinema Blend news »
Ever since casting for The A-Team wrapped up and shooting began, all of the Internet buzz surrounding the remake is about cameos. In early November word got out that the original .Howling Mad. Murdock, Dwight Schultz, had been keeping an eye on his successor, Sharlto Copley, and will make an appearance in the film. Just two weeks later, Dirk Benedict, the original .Faceman. Peck, was rumored to have a cameo himself. It looks like director Joe Carnahan will have to settle with two of three, because Mr. T has no intentions of being part of the film. While at the gym, Latino Review bumped into Mr. T and spoke with him about the topic. Here.s Lr.s recap of the conversation: He said it wasn't about money, because he turned down the chance to appear in the film before that was even discussed. He said it just wouldn't be »
Mr. T Will Not Make A Cameo In The A-Team
27 December 2009 2:51 PM, PST | cinemablend.com | See recent Cinema Blend news »
Ever since casting for The A-Team wrapped up and shooting began, all of the Internet buzz surrounding the remake is about cameos. In early November word got out that the original .Howling Mad. Murdock, Dwight Schultz, had been keeping an eye on his successor, Sharlto Copley, and will make an appearance in the film. Just two weeks later, Dirk Benedict, the original .Faceman. Peck, was rumored to have a cameo himself. It looks like director Joe Carnahan will have to settle with two of three, because Mr. T has no intentions of being part of the film. While at the gym, Latino Review bumped into Mr. T and spoke with him about the topic. Here.s Lr.s recap of the conversation: He said it wasn't about money, because he turned down the chance to appear in the film before that was even discussed. He said it just wouldn't be »
Mr. T Will Not Appear in Upcoming The A-Team Film
27 December 2009 10:58 AM, PST | MovieWeb | See recent MovieWeb news »
No Mr. T cameo in the new A-Team movie There is some extremely disappointing news coming out of Hollywood this holiday weekend for any fan of the classic '80s action series The A-team or it's beloved Mohawk and gold-chains wearing star, the legendary Mr. T. Latino Review had an opportunity to catch up with the bouncer-turned-actor who originated the role of B.A. Baracus on the popular series and he said that he will Not be making a cameo appearance in next summer's The A-Team movie. The actor stated that his decision had nothing to do with money as he had already made his mind up to not appear in the film before money was discussed. The actor said, "It just wouldn't be right" for him to be in it. He felt that if his B.A. isn't the main guy, then what's the point of doing it? He »
Mr. T Will Not Make 'A-Team' Cameo
27 December 2009 6:54 AM, PST | AMC - Script to Screen | See recent AMC - Script to Screen news »
It has been previously rumored that "A-Team" series stars Dwight Schulz (Howling Mad) and Dirk Benedict (Faceman) will have cameo roles in the upcoming film based on the the TV show. But what about Mr. T?
Latino Review got a chance to talk to the original B.A. Baracus, Mr. T, who said that he won't be making a cameo appearance in next summer's The A-Team movie.
Here's what Mr. T told the site:
He said it wasn't about money, because he turned down the chance to appear in the film before that was even discussed. He said it just wouldn't be right for him to be in it. If his B.A. isn't the main guy, then why do it? What's wrong with the film that they need him to make a cameo? Plus they would market the film with him being in it, and he didn't want his »
- Kellvin Chavez
Mr. T Will Not Cameo In The New A-Team
26 December 2009 11:21 AM, PST | ScreenRant.com | See recent Screen Rant news »
Are you looking forward to the new, big-screen version of The A-Team? After some initial apprehension about a “remake” of such a classic TV series, I’ve found myself looking forward to it (particularly after hearing about the great casting choices, as well as seeing the first promo image) .
Second question: are you hoping for cameos from the original A-Team members, even though new folks have taken over their roles? Well, if you Are then you’re in luck on at least one front, as we already learned that Dwight Schultz – aka the original Capt. ‘Howling Mad’ Murdock – will be making a cameo. This led to speculation that we’d see both Dirk Benedict (aka the original Faceman) and Mr. T (aka the original B.A. Baracus) also making cameo appearances (sadly George Peppard, the original Hannibal, passed away some 15 years ago).
Well, there’s no word on whether Benedict will appear, »
- Ross Miller
No Mr. T in 'The A-Team' Movie
26 December 2009 12:01 AM, PST | GetTheBigPicture.net | See recent Get The Big Picture news »
Ok, so George Peppard is dead, meaning he's out of The A-Team movie update, but Dirk Benedict and Dwight Schultz have both confirmed their cameos in Joe Carnahan's movie. That leaves only Mr. T. I have long suspected he had more bargaining sway than the other guys and that eventually, T would have his payday. Nope.
Through a strange set of circumstances, George Roush aka El Guapo from Latino Review found out from Mr. T himself the real story. Bumping into the one and only Clubber Lang at a health club, the writer discovered that the original mohawk won't be back, and that it has nothing to do with money. »
- Colin Boyd
The Hangover goes on UK bus tour to mark DVD and Blu-ray release
2 December 2009 3:39 PM, PST | The Geek Files | See recent The Geek Files news »
Bradley Cooper may have lost out on playing Green Lantern to Ryan Reynolds but he is stepping into another iconic hero role when he plays Lt. Templeton 'Faceman' Peck in next summer's big-screen remake of The A-Team.
If you recall the original 80s TV show, you'll know Dirk Benedict played Faceman back then - and he will have a cameo in the new movie.
Meanwhile, Cooper, 34, was this year in hit comedy The Hangover, which comes out on DVD and Blu-ray in the UK on Monday, December 7.
And to mark the release, a Hangover-themed party bus is touring the UK searching for the wildest confession of a night out and the most outrageous city. The tour includes two stops in nearby Birmingham.
The Hangover Bus will be packed with hangover cures, from the usual classics like water and energy drinks to the more unusual and underrated. It will be looked »
- David Bentley
The Sunday Movie Quiz – The Answers
29 November 2009 4:01 PM, PST | HeyUGuys.co.uk | See recent HeyUGuys news »
Here are the answers to yesterday’s weekly Sunday Movie Quiz. If you missed the quiz yesterday, go here and give it a try before you look at the answers. Hope you had fun, and will come back for another quiz next Sunday.
Movie Quotes – Name the films
1 I’ll have what she’s having. – When Harry Met Sally
2 Yes Miss Daisy, I be honking. – The Long Kiss Goodnight
3 So, um, we think we should discuss the bonus situation… – Alien
4 Alrighty then. – Ace Ventura – Pet Detective
5 Watch out for that first step, it’s a doozy. – Groundhog Day
6 It’s like looking in a mirror, only, not. – Face/Off
7 Hi, I killed the president of Paraguay with a fork, how have you been? – Grosse Point Blank
8 You might have seen a housefly, maybe even a superfly, but I bet you ain’t never seen a donkey fly. – Shrek
9 Tell me about it, »
- Barry Steele
Another Original 'A-Team' Member Confirms Cameo
28 November 2009 12:39 AM, PST | GetTheBigPicture.net | See recent Get The Big Picture news »
As much as we may hate to admit it, the early indications are that The A-Team is moving in the right direction. The casting for at least three of the key roles seems perfect, we know with Joe Carnahan directing it probably won't be as 80s campy, shifting instead to a grittier approach, and the van is back. About the only thing that can screw it up is TV cast member cameos.
Damn it: Dirk Benedict just revealed on Dirk Benedict Central that he will film his role in Vancouver. He follows Dwight Schultz, the original "Howling Mad" Murdock, in announcing his walk-on role. That leaves only World of Warcraft pitchman Mr. T...and I think you know what he'll say. »
- Colin Boyd
Original Faceman To Make Cameo in Carnahan's A-Team
27 November 2009 8:22 AM, PST | cinemablend.com | See recent Cinema Blend news »
It's always sad when when the crew behind the new TV project tries to get the old cast members to make cameos. The whole things seems like a desperate attempt to not only appease a fan base, but also, in some sick way, it feels like the offer is payment for ruining something that people used to enjoy. Unless the desired 70s TV star has been missing and presumed dead for the last 40 years, it's not really that interesting. The most recent project to do this is Joe Carnahan's The A-Team, which, earlier this month, roped in Dwight Schultz, the original "Howling Mad" Murdock. Now they have two out of three. Much like how Schultz's cameo was discovered, the fan club of Dirk Benedict (via Cinematical), who played "Faceman" Peck in the original series, has confirmed that the actor will be making an appearance in the remake. In the film, »
Dirk Benedict To Cameo in The A-Team
27 November 2009 12:20 AM, PST | Slash Film | See recent Slash Film news »
Earlier this month, we learned that Dwight Schultz, the original Howling Mad Murdock, would be making a cameo in the Joe Carnahan's big screen film adaptation of The A-Team. Cinematical now has word that Dirk Benedict, who played Templeton "Faceman" Peck in the original television series, also has a cameo. Mr. T, who many will remember as the original B.A. Baracus, has said publicly that he was offered a cameo but turned it down, explaining "it's insulting me to ask me to be in it [as someone else]. It's just like my ex-girlfriend saying 'Why don't you come out to dinner with my new boyfriend?' You see what I mean? I am not going to do that." »
- Peter Sciretta
Dirk Benedict to Cameo in ‘The A-Team’
26 November 2009 8:00 AM, PST | The Flickcast | See recent The Flickcast news »
When official word came that Dwight Shultz, the original Murdock, would be appearing in the new A-Team movie we were anxious to know if any other actors would be involved. Well, good news A-Team fans, because the original Faceman, Dirk Benedict, will be making an appearance as well. While no details were provided, his official website did state he would be involved:
“Dirk has just announced to this website that he has two projects in the works beginning with a cameo appearance in the new “The A-Team” film, which is currently shooting in Vancouver Canada.”
This is great news and means the only member of the original cast to confirm is Mr. T. Hopefully he’ll come on board and make this the trifecta of casting for a film remake. Sadly, George Peppard will not be returning having passed away in 1994. However, maybe Melinda Culea, Amy Allen on the original series, »
- Bob Starr
The A-Team Meets The A-Team – Cameo News!
26 November 2009 5:36 AM, PST | FilmShaft.com | See recent FilmShaft.com news »
Still loving this promo shot for the upcoming “The A-Team” film by director Joe Carnahan. Just look how cool they all look! Especially Sharlto Copely. Maybe I’m being a bit biased seeing as District 9is my film of the year but they have completely nailed the casting for this film. The first set of pictures was released months ago with the promo stuff following in October and they did enough to send shock waves throughout the entire A-Team loving community.
The pictures of the main cast looked great and with what I can only assume is more than solid support from Patrick Wilson this is going to be one huge thrill ride.
As if us fans didn’t have enough to look forward too news filtered through a couple of weeks ago that Dwight Schultz, the original Howlin’ Mad Murdock would feature in a cameo. Now it seems he »
- Alex Wagner
Dirk Benedict Confirms Cameo in the New A-Team Movie
26 November 2009 1:22 AM, PST | HeyUGuys.co.uk | See recent HeyUGuys news »
Here’s some news which was bound to surface sooner or later. Dirk Benedict has confirmed via DirkBenedictCentral.com that he’ll be appearing in the new The A-Team movie with a cameo part.
As I say, this comes as no surprise to me as anyone who’ll appear in the celebrity version of Big Brother in the UK will surely be part of a big budget movie given half the chance! With Dwight Schultz confirming a couple of weeks ago that he’ll be in the movie, all we need now is the big man, Mr. T to get involved and we have ourselves a movie!
Joe Carnahan is directing the new movie which stars Bradley Cooper as Lt. Templeton ‘Faceman’ Peck, Liam Neeson as Col John ‘Hannibal’ Smith, Sharlto Copley as Captain ‘Howling Mad’ Murdock, Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson as Sgt Bosco ‘B.A.’ Baracus and Jessica Biel as their female sidekick. »
- David Sztypuljak
Looks Like The A-Team Is Going To Have A Face Off
25 November 2009 9:44 AM, PST | LatinoReview | See recent LatinoReview news »
Cinematical has news that Dirk Benedict's official site has confirmed he will be appearing in the new A-Team remake. With Dwight Schultz, the original Howllin' Mad Murdock on board as well, it's only a matter of time before Mr. T becomes involved at some point.Cinematical has more:Just a few weeks ago, Peter Hall brought you the news that Dwight Schultz, aka the original Howlin' Mad Murdock, had earned a cameo in Joe Carnahan's remake of The A-Team. Obviously, you can't invite Schultz and not invite the rest of the surviving team, and it seems Faceman will also be getting some facetime. According to Dirk Benedict Central, Dirk Benedict will also be appearing in the film in an unspecified role.Click Here to read the rest. It will be nice to see the original A-Team in the movie, even if it's just cameos. Maybe they're contacted in the »
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