10 Actors Who NEED To Be In Star Wars

Hello there my fellow rebels. Love it or hate it, the modern era of Star Wars is struggling to find its groove with its movies

The TV side isn't doing too bad with massive hits like Andor and The Mandalorian

but Star Wars are trying to get the movies back on track by moving The Mandalorian to the big screen

and Star Wars Starfighter is coming out in 2027. This may bring new life into the Star Wars universe, but whatever actors could we bring in just to kind of make it even better

I'm CJ, this is WhatCulture, and here are 10 actors I think we need in the Star Wars universe

First up, it's Michael B. Jordan. Michael B. Jordan is a damn good actor, perfectly suited for a Star Wars role

Possessing both physicality and profound dramatic depth, his work in Creed proves his ability to lead a major franchise while maintaining a compelling human core

Furthermore, his turn as the complex villain Killmonger in the movie Black Panther

has established himself as a master of the morally grey, essential for a saga built on the conflict between light and darkness

Jordan's command of action sequences showcased in films like Creed and Without Remorse

makes him an ideal candidate for a significant Star Wars role. Perhaps a conflicted Jedi stuck in a morally grey area

or even a skilled anti-hero bounty hunter. Next we have Emily Blunt

Emily Blunt is a good pick for Star Wars simply because she brings both serious acting and amazing action skills

She stole the show as the kick-ass Rita Vrataski in Edge of Tomorrow

proving she can absolutely nail the intense, gritty fighting style that could be needed in future Star Wars movies

Plus her performance in movies like A Quiet Place and Oppenheimer, though she can handle deep emotion and pressure

which means she could be a super complex Jedi Master or a rebel with a dark past

I mean, if she can survive Meryl Streep in The Devil Wears Prada, she will have no problem facing any Sith Lord

And next, it's Simu Liu. Simu Liu is a very versatile actor

His early breakout as the charming Jung Kim on the comedy series Kim's Convenience

proved his sharp comedic timing and dramatic depth His work as the Marvel superhero Shang showcased an incredible blend of intense physicality and star charisma Recently he been appearing as rival Ken in Barbie shows that he can

seamlessly transition between blockbusters and give nuanced character pieces. This blend of physical

and comedic aptitude could create an amazing character in the Star Wars universe plus it

seems that Simu is a huge Star Wars fan showing off his lightsaber skills in Disneyland which means

he could do the role justice. Well, maybe he needs to practice

some of those lightsaber skills, but he's definitely a shoe-in for the role. And next on my list is Anya Taylor-Joy

Anya Taylor-Joy is no stranger to appearing in well-known franchises, then to voice the Princess Peach

in the new Mario movies, playing Furoso in Mad Max, and appearing in the..

What's the best way to describe it? Different Marvel film New Mutants is Liana

otherwise known as magic but it's the road in the gorge from apple that showcases her talent for

intense action and drama that would make her an excellent addition to the star wars universe now

there has been a rumor that anya is going to play ventress which is crazy but seeing her bring that

terrifying iconic villain to life with some jewel weeding curved lightsabers and maybe even being in

the new season of Ahsoka via flashback, that would definitely get me the Renew My Disney Plus

subscription. No surprise to anyone, the next name on the list is Keanu Reeves. Come on, we all think

it. Keanu Reeves is one of the most beloved actors in cinema. He's known globally for bringing unique

blend of quiet intensity and genuine heroism to so many roles like Neo in The Matrix, the legendary

assassin John Wick and of course the internally optimistic Ted Logan from Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure

Okay yeah let's never do that again. His commitment to practical stunt work and the ability to portray deeply stork yet soulful characters

makes him perfect to be a Jedi Master who maybe turns to the dark side to avenge the death of his pet Pog Chewbacca better watch his back And next on my list is Florence Pugh

She was a dynamic and magnetic screen presence known for bringing intense emotional depth and authenticity

to challenging roles. Her work as Yelena Belova in Black Widow is a perfect mix of physicality, humour

but also adding emotional depth in contrast to the emotionally raw Danny in Midsommar

The capacity for both powerful physical action and subtle emotional vulnerability makes an ideal candidate for a character that has a troubled past

and can't decide if she wants to be a good guy or a bad guy

Maybe she could be a more battle-worn and older Omega from Bad Batch and give her the first live-action appearance of the character

And next we have Christoph Waltz. Christoph Waltz is a perfect actor to bring a deeply nuanced villain to the Star Wars universe

injecting a unique blend of culture charm in Chilling Menace. His Oscar-winning performance as the terrifying Colonel Hans Lander

in Inglourious s and the morally complex Dr. King Schultz in Django Unchained

proved he can elevate any script with his distinct presence in intensity

Bringing Christoph to the Star Wars universe as a manipulative crime lord with his ability to switch from calm intellect to sudden ruthlessness

is exactly what a high-stakes Star Wars antagonist needs. I think fans would be captivated to see

such a commanding and unpredictable talent. It certainly wouldn't be a Blofeld if he joined

See, that's a James Bond... That's the one bad joke I'm going to do this video, I promise

And now a name you maybe didn't think you'd hear, Emma Myers

Emma Myers has already proven her amazing range, making her an ideal candidate for a live-action Star Wars role

that requires both vulnerability and quiet strength. Through performances, Enid Sinclair in the series Wednesday

showed her capacity for capturing a fan-favourite, earnest character, while her lead role in A Good Girl's Guide to Murder

demonstrated her dramatic intensity. Now I know she has technically officially joined the galaxy voicing the character of Cheetah in The Smuggler in star wars visions volume 3 however having that link could be the perfect moment to transition from her voice acting

to a live action role as some sort of scrappy rebel or a newly discovered force sensitive person

or even bringing cheetah to live action which i think would be really cool because i really

enjoyed that episode and next we have cameron monaghan cameron monaghan is already the face

of a fan favourite Jedi, Al Kestis, and moving him from gaming into live action

is just a no-brainer. Bringing one hand in it with series or film

not only would satisfy a massive portion of the fan base, but would seamlessly merge the video game narrative

with a broader live action universe. Having previously tackled complex roles like Ian Gallagher on Shameless

and the villainous portrayal of the twins Jerome and Jeremiah on Gotham

proves he can handle the physicality and the emotional range for Kal's trauma and struggle against the Empire

Now, Jedi Survivor is happening around the time of Season 1 of Kenobi

which means he could potentially appear in Season 2 if they ever greenlit it

I mean, come on, it makes sense. Give us our live-action Kal Kestis, or even a live-action version of the games

Come on, please. It's going to happen, right? Right? And our final entry to the list, Zoe Saldana. Zoe Saldana is arguably the most successful actress

in modern sci-fi. She's played many iconic characters like the fierce warer Gamora in the

Marvel films, the alien Niteri in Avatar, and of course Uhura in Star Trek. Bringing her men's

star power and proven talent by embodying complex characters in a sci-fi environment

maybe could be the massive win Star Wars needs to help get its movies back on track

And she's definitely an actress that many fans are screaming for. Do you agree? Do you disagree

Have your own suggestions? Well, let me know in the comments below

so we can discuss this further and maybe we can do another video with your suggestions

Thank you for watching and as always, may the Force be with you