May 2
Even before “Twilight†was ever made into a movie, fans have predicted and speculated on who they want to see portray each role in the saga. The most recent cast suggestion — Channing Tatum as vampire Riley — came from “Twilight†and “New Moon†screenwriter, Melissa Rosenberg.
“Eclipse,†the third installment of the “Twilight†saga will bring a few important new characters into the story, including the ravenous young vampire, Riley, who Melissa Rosenberg believes should be played by Channing Tatum. The 29 year old actor of “Step Up†and “Fighting†fame might have a lot to bring to the “Twilight†franchise, but Twilighters have someone else in mind.
Evil Iguana Productions’ Craig Deering has become a favorite of “Twilight†fans over the past few months after his role as James in EIP’s “Twilight†parody video, his appearance at the TwilightLive DVD release party in New York City and his upcoming appearance at TwiCon with fellow EIP member, Allen Murphy.
Twilighters are now showing their love for Deering by campaigning for him to appear in “Eclipse†as Riley. When HisGoldenEyes.com, one of the series’ most popular websites, ran a story on Tatum’s possible role in the film, the comment section was overwhelmed with votes for Deering to portray the character instead.
For example:
by amanda @ 01 May 2009 05:57 pm
by Blue @ 01 May 2009 06:04 pm
NO CHANNING! but I would see the movie five more times if Craig was cast! That would be seriously awesome and we know he actually can act… Summit should get on that pronto!
Hahaha I love Craig.
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by ROLO @ 01 May 2009 06:05 pm
OME, Evil Iguana Productions? That would be so cool! Lol. I don’t know about Channing, I always thought of Riley as thin and lean, like a teenager for some reason. Plus, Channing reminds me of last semester’s health teacher. And that’s just … weird. Especially in that photo. Lol. =P
In that case, the buff Channing Tatum should probably step aside for the charmingly lanky Craig Deering.
Blast asked Deering himself what he has that Tatum doesn’t.
“I may not be able to swoon girls with my sweet dance moves or survive underground boxing,†Deering replied, “however, I would bring a fresh approach to the character I am sure fans could appreciate.”
And the fans definitely do appreciate Deering already. Another comment on the story said “NO CHANNING! but I would see the movie five more times if Craig was cast! That would be seriously awesome and we know he actually can act… Summit should get on that pronto!â€
Right now it is just another “Twilight†rumor going around, but Deering would be more than willing to make it a reality, as he said he would be “definitely all for it†given the chance to audition.
He gave Blast this heads up: “I’m actually planning a video campaign with two of my friends as a result of fans telling us we should audition, so they should keep their eyes on YouTube for that.”
And he just might be able to get Summit’s attention for that audition with enough fan support, which he has full faith in.
“The amount of dedication these fans have is amazing,†Deering said, “and the amount of work they are putting into saying what they want is helping a lot.â€
Has Deering got what it takes to step it up and beat out Channing Tatum for the role? Let Blast (and Summit) know what you think by leaving a comment below.
Liz McClendon is a two-time graduate of Virginia Tech and now spends her time traversing the internet, where she writes and continues her seemingly everlasting quest to be gainfully employed.
I’m not a huge fan of the series, but I’m a huge fan of Craig. He totally deserves this, he’s one of the most talented guys I’ve seen on YouTube. When I read the series, I pictured Riley as boyish, and skinny, not frightning and huge like Channing Tatum. I’d really like to see Craig succeed, and I’d see the movie if he was in it. Go Craig!
Channing Tatum = FAIL.
Craig Deering = WIN!!!!
I agree with everyone else saying Riley should be lean and boyish, etc.
I just think Craig would be perfect for the role.
Don’t make us beg,
Give us Craig!
He would ROCK.
I fully stand 100% behind Craig Deering for Riley!!!
Vote for Craig!!!
-Josie-
Of course I want Craig to be in Twilight. That is a no brainer.
Let someone who wants to be in the movie have the role rather than an actor who will be doing it solely for the publicity.
I agree with this article and think that craig would be the best pick for this part. he was made for this role, so why not give it to him!
Craig Deering as Riley would be the best. Channing no way to big… Craig = perfect…
When I pictured Riely while reading eclipse, I did NOT picture someone buff and big for the role. I pictured Riely as someone thin, lanky, cute, and a bit geeky, you know, someone who looks like he could easily fall for a girl. And i find the Craig would be absolutley PERFECT! Not only am i a twilight fan, but im an EIP fan and a Craig fan.;);)
VOTE CRAIG:D:D
have anyone thought of Jeremy sumpter or sterling knight
i do NOT think he would be good for riley!! ive heard about this guy Ross Gill. he would be way better for the part and actually looks bellas age! and is way hotter!! http://www.myspace.com/131478589
I think that Craig would do an awesome job as Riley. Again as most have already said, I pictured Riley to be small and lanky. I just don’t think that Channing has the right look for the part, and with all the publicity of the Twilight spoof, I think it would be great for the fans of Twilight and the fans of Evil Iguana Productions to come together. CAST CRAIG!!
channing would be great n Craig too
Channing Tatum n Craig Deering r both good but let them decide n if u dont like who they choose o well it’s not ure movie anyways so get over it
CRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAIG!!
please?
I think that Craig would be perfect as Riley.He is very close to what I imagined Riley to look like.I love Channing Tatum too,though.I think Channing Tatum should be considered for a role as a visiting vampire in Breaking Dawn.I think he would be great as one of the Romanian vampires or maybe Garrett,the nomad.
I second this idea of Channing being Garrett! I think he’d be perfect.
Craig would be the PERFECT Riley! I’m a huge fans of the series and I think Summit would be making a huge mistake if they didn’t at least let him audition.
Whoops! Meant to say I’m a huge fan of the series, not fans! Haha! Sorry!
Craig Deering for Riley! Do it Summit. Do it!
craig would be perfect for it!! riley in the book is like a kid and channing is so huge so be him!!!!well, channing cud be placed in breaking dawn.. but for riley, craig must be him!!!!
I first saw Craig as the joker in the dark knight trailer spoof and was impressed. I watched the Allan and Craig show next and could not stop laughing, craig, and allan too, play great characters and craig is a very likeable actor that could play the vulnerability of riley so much better than channing, who is thirty for goodness sake and a poor actor. I plan on seeing all the movies but i am not so much a fan of twilight as I am a fan of Craig Deering. I really want to see someone who has such a passion for acting and such a talent make it. CRAIG DEERING PLEASE!
CHANNING SUCKS!!!!!!!
CRAIG RULES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
CRAIG DEERING!!!! I love craig with a deep passion!! LOL!! I would see the movie thousands more times if he was in it!! GIVE HIM AN AUDITION!!!!! He ROCKS!!! CRAIG FOR RILEY!!!!!!!
Craig Deering!!!!!
CRAIG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! FOR RILEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!