Denzel Washington Passed Up On Short Role In "Fast & Furious 7"

In this web world news spreads like anything, the latest news is that Denzel Washington, who can be seen in this weekend's crime thriller film "2 Guns," turned down a short role in the much anticipated 'Fast and Furious 7' film.  Directed by James Wan (coming from fresh success of "The Conjuring," and "Insidious: Chapter 2"). No details on why Denzel refused the role or who Denzel would have played. Universal has confirmed a July 6th, 2014 date for the next "Fast & Furious" film.

There are a lot of rumors surrounding "Fast & Furious 7," which doesn't even have a definitive lockdown of the cast. Dwayne Johnson, who has become a highlight since joining the series from "Fast Five" on, says that he won't be back due to scheduling conflicts with his forthcoming "Hercules: The Thracian Wars" , but we wouldn't rule him out just yet. Jason Statham will be around as the villain, teased in a mid-credits cookie during "Fast & Furious 6" and we assume most of the principles will be back because, well, what else do Michelle Rodriguez or Paul Walker really have going on?     

We look forward to hearing about what character Washington would have played (and who they woo to replace him). If anything, the critical and commercial success of "The Conjuring" showed what a world-class filmmaker Wan has become, and whatever he chooses to do next is an incredibly exciting proposition. He's hoping he brings a decidedly old school flavor back to the franchise.


Source: Digital Spy.

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