Who will play the roles of Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake in the new biographical film: The media have picked out the candidates
As soon as singer Britney Spears announced that she was working on her own biographical film, social media and the press were in an uproar. Everyone started wondering who might play the leading roles in the film.
There is no official news on the cast of Britney's memoir yet, as the film is still in development. Nevertheless, EW has already picked a few options as to who could play the singer and her ex-boyfriend Justin Timberlake.
Actresses for the role of Britney Spears
In the early 1990s, the singer became famous for her tireless work, groundbreaking hits and open sexuality. Here's who the publication thinks could embody those qualities on screen.
Sidney Sweeney
Sidney Sweeney.
Ever since the actress rose to international fame with the TV series Euphoria, she has exuded the same gritty sincerity that brought Spears so many fans. Sweeney's singing and dancing skills remain in question. As an actress, she can certainly handle it.
Addison Ray
Addison Ray.
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The young star (Addison is now just 23) has been compared to Spears at every step of her career. Her pop mini-album AR is reminiscent of Brit's early hits, with the same energy and sensuality radiating through her dance moves. At the same time, audiences are just as picky about Rae as they were about the young Britney. Therefore, she knows exactly what she needs to frame. Both stars grew up in Louisiana.
Dove Cameron.
Dove Cameron.
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The young actress is still missing the role that would make her a star. She has already met with the director of the upcoming biographical film, John M. Chu. Cameron definitely has the vocal skills and choreographic talent required for the film. She also looks like Britney.
Millie Bobby Brown
Millie Bobby Brown.
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The Stranger Things star previously admitted that she dreams of playing the complex Spears character on screen. "I don't know her, but when I look at her pictures, I feel that I can tell her story and only her story well," she - said the young star in 2022 on the Drew Barrymore show. Well, there's reason to expect Brown to at least apply for a casting call.
Elle Graham
El Graham.
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Yes, in the early 1990s Britney made a lot of noise in the press. But most of her memoir, The Woman in Me, covers her life before she became a superstar. That's why the film may need a younger actress. Graham, 15, wowed critics with her performance in Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret and looks a lot like Spears in her teenage years.
Actors for the role of Justin Tibmerlake
The popular singer started out as a member of the boy band N`Sync and even there he stood out from his peers. Therefore, an actor for the role of Justin's seducer is appropriately needed.
Harry Styles
Harry Styles.
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No, Harry Styles and Justin Timberlake do not have a strong physical or vocal resemblance, but they both came from boy bands and managed to build stellar careers after going solo. They have released a number of successful albums and have become famous both on stage and in movies. And Stiles has already shown how he can play a bad boy in Don't Worry, Baby.
Joshua Bassett
Joshua Bassett.
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Bassett has already shown his abilities in High School Musical: The Musical: The Series." And he was already hated by all the press after his relationship with Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter. Isn't he the perfect candidate for the role of Timberlake, whom Spears blames for many of his troubles?
Deacon Phillippe
Deacon Phillippe.
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The son of Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe has inherited striking looks from his actor parents. And he managed to demonstrate his skills by appearing briefly in the Netflix teen series I Never..... Deacon also releases his own songs. Just dress him in jeans and we have a young Timberlake.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson
Aaron Taylor-Johnson.
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Of course, the actor is already too old to play the Timberlake of the millennium. However, he has natural curls, and with his role in "Stuntman" he convincingly proved that he can play flat, canny guys who try to hide behind their charm and fame. Moreover, his breakthrough role was that of John Lennon, so we can assume that he will be able to demonstrate his musical abilities.
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