If Bethesda were ever to make an Oblivion movie, I think they would have problems making all fans happy due to the varied characters you can chose as the protagonist.

I think a lot of fans (don't ask me why) have an obsession with choosing elf races who just sneak around (yawn) whereas the best/most entertaining character would surely be either a warrior Nord! They look cool too imo. Anyway, a film of Oblivion is something I hope is made one day. And as for the protagonist, you'd surely want someone human looking (which excludes the elves and beast races) as you would probably be able to identify with them more. That's why they should go with a Nord (though an Imperial or Redguard wouldn't be so bad, though Bretons are too wimpy to be taken seriously so they're not even worth considering imo).

Anyway, I'm surprised Bethesda hasn't gone down that route as I'm certain it would be as popular as LoTR and Harry Potter (in fact, Harry Potter is complete tosh and is only for under 12s and is very hard to take seriously. Dumbledoore and Harry look like cheap imitations of Gandalf and Frodo!).

Anyway, I think they should cast Patrick Stewart as his rightful role as Uriel Septim and then concentrate on the main character's initial escape from the prison. I think we can safely discard weak, pathetic elf (esp wood elf) races as the main character and instead give it to a Nord (the best race by far). I think an actor like Steven Segal (he still has charisma and stage prescence) would be a great male Nord lead. He is physically powerful and it would be great watching him escape from the jail and take on the deadra!

Making a movie of Oblivion should be high on Bethesda's agenda imo, and I'd gladly like them to focus on that instead of any other games they might have lined up. What about others?

EDIT:

My breakdown of characters:

Main Guy: Steven Segal

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Jauffre: Derek Jacobi

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Martin: Sean Bean

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Baurus: Samuel L Jackson

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Uriel Septim: Patrick Stewart

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Steven Seagal? Are you trying to butcher Oblivion?
Please, that man reeks of cheese.

People think they should make a movie on nearly everything these days. Oblivion, first off is a sequel, and granted it has little to do with the last few games, it still counts as Elder Scrolls 4.
Anyway, we all know how most movies based on games tend to svck. I wouldn't want that to happen with Oblivion. Besides, it's just to long and complicated to put into one film. It could be a trilogy though.

As for the main character idea. I agree that it should be a Warrior class, since it's a movie, and has to be Epic in some way at-least. I would've gone for Imperial though. Maybe Sam Worthington, since he's everywhere these days, anyway.

He is a talented actor and still looks 35 imo.



Oblivion stands on it's own as a story though. And it has so many quests it could technically be made into more than just a trilogy. They could make a whole franchise out of it. Maybe 5 films plus.



Yeah Worthington isn't a 'bad' choice but I think someone with more acting ability/charisma should get the lead, like Segal.

Segal would be fit to play Jauffre.

But the Adoring Fan has to be Elijah Wood.

Jauffre should be played by Derek Jacobi. If you've ever watched Cadfael you'd know what I mean.



Agreed.

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Agreed with all.



Except Steven Segal.

Proof that Segal would be the best choice (imagine the foes are mythic dawn agents): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QNM_GcQvy98&feature=related

Also, he shows range here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5lO233u4tI&feature=related

He's got style. He's cool. But he's just not right for the role.

Imagine Mr.T as James Bond, you'll see what I mean.

He would be great as a Nord male fighter! He's just what the franchise needs.



Whilst not a good Bond, he would make a good choice for a male Redguard. In fact, you've just given this thread (and hopefully Bethesda) a fantastic idea for a new lead if they want to take the Redguard route as a protagonist. Good work!

:facepalm:

I see, this is a lost cause. I hope to God and Heaven they don't make you the director of this film, if there ever will be one.

You clearly didn't watch the youtube clips as evidence of Segals superior acting and action capabilities!

If you're being sarcastic or just kidding around, please say so. It's kinda hard to tell over the internet.

If so, you really had me going there. :foodndrink:

If not, Im sorry, but I have lost all respect for you.

That's a little strong don't you think?

And for the record, both Mr T and Steven Segal are actually very talented actors. I find it quite insulting how you could dismiss them so easily. And as for respect, well, I did not respect you in the first place, so no loss there.

Well, this topic isn't going well. Cool it guys otherwise I will have to get heavy handed. OK?

No probs

And I really want some decent feedback on my OP so please can people expand on the ideas for an Oblivion film, and post your lead/supporting actors like I did.

Yes, boss.

If those who get your respect are indeed the likes of Mr.T and Steven Segal, I do not desire any from you.

As a side note, I never put-down either actor, merely stated that I believed they were un-fit for the role.

You did say you ''lost all respect for me'' because I happened to appreciate the acting talents of Mr T and Steven Segal. I'd say that was pretty uncalled for, wouldn't you?

And anyway, I provided undeniable proof that Segal is MORE than capable for the role, in those youtube clips I posted!

I told you to cool it, but you wanted the last word.

The last word is mine. Topic closed.