Fan Casting John Gielgud as Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1957)

ange1e4e5 made this fan casting suggestion on June 1, 2023. What do you think? See below to cast your vote, or click here to see all fan casting suggestions for this role.

John Gielgud as Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1957)

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Sir Arthur John Gielgud, OM, CH (14 April 1904 – 21 May 2000) was an English actor, director, and producer. A descendant of the renowned Terry acting family, he achieved early international acclaim...
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Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1957)

Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1957)

50s Adaptation of the most iconic film of the 70s
by George Lucas
Set "a long time ago" in a fictional universe where the galaxy is ruled by the tyrannical Galactic Empire, the story focuses on a group of freedom fighters known as the Rebel Alliance, who aim to ...
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John Gielgud is known for his roles in Gandhi, The Elephant Man, and DragonHeart. He has been suggested by fans for 166 roles on myCast, including Odin in MCU 90's (Reboot). Similar actors include Alec Guinness, Laurence Olivier, and Sean Connery. John Gielgud was suggested to play Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1957) by ange1e4e5. Other actors sugggested to play this role include Basil Rathbone and Walter Brennan. Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1957) has 17 roles, including Han Solo, Princess Leia, and Luke Skywalker.

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