Fans are having their say when it comes to the casting of the upcoming Wicked film, and they have made it clear they do not want James Corden anywhere near the project.
According to Deadline, James was trending on social media over the weekend when casting announcements were made for the screen adaptation of the hit musical, with Cynthia Erivo playing Elphaba and Ariana Grande taking on the role of Glinda.
A petition set up on Change.org addressed to Universal, who are producing the film, reads: “James Corden in no way shape or form should be in or near the production of Wicked the movie. That’s pretty much it.” At the time of publishing, the petition had garnered over 26 000 signatures with a goal of 35 000.
So far, James has appeared in several screen adaptations of musicals, including Into the Woods, Cats and The Prom.
And while the Late Late Show host may be a popular pick for musicals, fans aren’t always happy with his performances.
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