Talk:The Jungle Book (2016 film)/@comment-25692211-20160228004654

Pretty good cast. But I think this would be my dream cast for a remake of the 67 film. As far as I'm concerned, Neel Sethi and Lupita Nyong'o can keep their roles.

Benedict Cumberbatch as Shere Khan

Reason: I know he's doing the voice in the Andy Serkis one, but I still think he'd be better for this Shere Khan than Idris Elba. Speaking of which...

Idris Elba as Bagheera 

Reason: I definetly think Idris would fit Bagheera's stern yet caring personality perfectly. I'm sure he'll be fine as Shere Khan, but I think it's sort of a wasted oppurtunity.

Either Jeremy Renner or Seth Rogen as Baloo

Reason: This is only if I had to choose someone other than Bill Murray. Jeremy Renner can play a laid-back type, and I can just imagine Seth Rogen's voice coming out of a bear.

James Spader as Kaa 

Reason: This.

Michael Rooker as King Louie

Reason: This would only be if Louie was more like the 67 version, because I'm really looking forward to seeing Christopher Walken play the Ape-Father.

Ben Kingsley as Akela

Reason: It wouldn't be the first time Ben played a wise Indian leader, would it?

Simon Pegg as Haithi

Reason: I've always wanted to see Simon Pegg play an over-the-top army type.

Helena Bonham Carter as Winifred

Reason: I can't really explain this one. I just think it'd work pretty well.