While previously unknown, Sharlto Copley turned in a surprising performance in the sleeper hit District 9 to become ... well not quite a household name. But his next movie role just might cement stardom for the producer-turned-actor.
According to BlackFilm, Copley has been offered the role of Capt. H.M. "Howling Mad" Murdock in the big-screen reimagining of 80's TV hit The A-Team.
To date, we have no word if Copley has agreed to "join the team," but if he accepts he'll be alongside mercenaries the likes of Liam Neeson as Col. John 'Hannibal' Smith, Bradley Cooper as Lt. Templeton 'Face' Peck, and Quinton Ramone Jackson in the role that Mr. T made famous — Sgt. B.A. "Bad Attitude" Baracus.
The casting choice looks like a good fit for the ensemble action movie. Copley could indeed round-out this badass cast. Set for release next year, the feature, which is being directed by Joe Carnahan, has already begun shooting in Vancouver, Canada.