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!”
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.”
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.
what does Craig not have? He has real talent and would bring a sort of lighteness to the situation. Besides, this is a great opportunity for him to break out of YouTube and onto the big screen.
craig is the obvious choice for anyone who has ever read the book, much better than *him*
Craig all the way (Y)
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CRAIG FTW.
definitely
channings got nothing on craig
Craig has everything it takes to be Riley.
Craig Deering FTW!!
you’d automatically get all the EIP watchers if Craig Deering was cast in a Twilight movie!!!! votes for Deering!!
Craig Deering would be absolutely perfect for the role of Riley!!!
craig deering is the only reason i would actually go see that movie. in a movie, sometimes you have to have new faces, and tatum is too known.
Not a fan of channing or twilight, but if craig was in it I’d go see it!
Craig is a much better choice than Channing Tatum for this role. Riley is portrayed as young and I’ve always pictured him thinner, and sort of small. Craig just fits what most people think of Riley (or so it seems). Plus Craig is just plain awesome
Craig should definitely be cast! That would be reason enough to go see the movie for a lot of EIP fans, including myself. Broaden your audience!
im not a big twilight fan, and refused to see the first movie. when i had to do a book report for school, i wrote about my problems with twilight (i got a A). there is only one thing that could make me go see that movie.
GO CRAIG GO!!!
Craig would be sooooooooo amazing!! If he was in it i would see it like 50 times more than if Channing was in it. Not that Channing isnt a sexy beast
go craig!!!! woot!
Go Craig!
I have said three times before, Craig Deering would be perfect for the role of Riley! I will say that Ms. Rosenberg does ot have my support nor faith in her. I implore Summit to please listen to fans! This movie would have been nothing if not for the fans! Please cast Craig Deering!
Craig Deering FTW!!!
Come on, he’s the only choice for Riley.
I think Craig would be an amazing choice for the role. He really wants to be a part of this movie and he was the acting skills to do so! He loves flim, so the chance for him to be a part of a full length movie would be great. Craig would be a new exciting actor for Eclipse. Not only would the Twilight fans see the movie, but it would reach out to the EIP fans too. I vote and support for Craig to be in Eclipse!!
I vote to thumbs up and a Hellz Yeah in favor of Craig!!!
i think craig would be perfect for the role of riley. channing is too old and too bulky…riley should be lean, like craig…
YES!!! CRAIG, CRAIG, CRAIG!!! Craig is perfect for Riley. DEERING FTW!
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Craig should play Riley in Eclipse! Tatum doesn’t look how I imagined Riley when I read the book. Craig does! Plus, Evil Iguana Productions has 64, 800 subscribers as of now (8/2/2009) and I’m sure that pretty much all of them would love to see Craig on the big screen. Summit should get Craig Deering now!
I would definitely see the Twilight threequel if Craig was in it.
Craig rocks! (: