You Wouldn't Like Mark Ruffalo When He's Angry...
Wed, July 14, 2010 
It's a mad dash getting to The Avengers. One of the last pieces left in the puzzle is who will replace Edward Norton (who in turn replaced Eric Bana) as Bruce Banner and his hot-headed alter-ego for Marvel's superhero team-up?
Earlier reports pointed in the direction of Joaquin Phoenix, Adrian Brody, etc. as candidates. Not surprisingly in an effort to have things done just in time for next week's Comic-Con, it looks like the studio and director Joss Whedon have settled on someone.
Word is (via "TOLDJA!") Mark Ruffalo is in "late-stage discussions" for the role. This is actually easy to visualize. He’s a solid actor having delivered good work in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Zodiac, and Shutter Island. He happens to be coming off the critical/commercial success of the indie comedy The Kids Are All Right.
Not to mention, he won't throw a hissy fit and refuse to promote his movie unlike certain other ex-Banners. I know plenty will find this casting shocking. But I can honestly say, I don't whatsoever.
Reader Comments (2)
As much as I'm going to miss Ed Norton, Mark Ruffalo is pretty damn good choice. I got no problem with that.
It's not shocking news, Jamie. I don't like Ruffalo so I'm meh on this potential casting.