Fan Casting Gene Wilder as R2-D2 in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope

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Gene Wilder

Gene Wilder (born Jerome Silberman; 1933 – August 29, 2016) was an American actor, director, screenwriter, producer, singer-songwriter, and author. He began his career on stage, and made his scr...

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R2-D2 in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope

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Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope

by George Lucas

A rebel alliance tries to bring down the Galactic Empire, whilst a young Like Skywalker discovers he has a power called "The Force"

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Gene Wilder is known for his roles in Young Frankenstein, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, and Blazing Saddles. He has been suggested by fans for 727 roles on myCast, including Suggestions in Celebrities You Wish Were Still Alive. Similar actors include Robin Williams, Steve Martin, and Jim Carrey. Gene Wilder was suggested to play R2-D2 in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope by recasterperson. Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope has 10 roles, including Han Solo, C-3PO, and Chewbacca.