Karl Urban Reacts to the Possible Comeback of His Cult-Favorite Superhero!
Karl Urban has revealed that he would happily return to one of his most beloved roles if the opportunity ever arises.
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The actor, widely known for starring in the hit series The Boys, recently spoke about the possibility of reprising the role of Judge Dredd from the 2012 sci-fi action film Dredd.
Judge Dredd Returns?
During an appearance on The Discourse podcast, Karl Urban said he would immediately return to the role if asked.
“I would love to reprise that role in a heartbeat. I really would. I had so much fun making that movie,”
he said.
The actor’s comments quickly sparked excitement among fans who have long hoped to see him return to the character.
New Judge Dredd Reboot in Development
Reports suggest that a new Judge Dredd movie could soon be on the way. According to The Hollywood Reporter, filmmaker Taika Waititi is set to direct a new film based on the iconic comic book character.
Screenwriter Drew Pearce is reportedly attached to write the script for the project.
While many fans hope he will return, current reports indicate that the actor’s involvement in the upcoming reboot is unlikely.
Despite this, he made it clear that he still supports the project.
“If I’m not part of it, then I’m all good with it. I just want to see more Dredd stories,”
Karl Urban explained.
How Karl Urban’s Dredd Became a Cult Favorite
When Dredd was released in 2012, it struggled at the box office. However, the film eventually gained a strong cult following among fans of science fiction and comic book adaptations.
Critics praised the film’s dark tone, action sequences, and Karl Urban’s performance as the stoic lawman of Mega-City One.
The movie currently holds an 80% Tomatometer score and a 72% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Over the years, many fans have continued to campaign for a sequel featuring Karl Urban returning to the role.
The Origins of Judge Dredd
The character Judge Dredd was created in the 1970s by comic artist Carlos Ezquerra and writer John Wagner.
Judge Dredd first appeared in the British comic series 2000 AD and quickly became one of the most recognizable figures in science fiction comics.
Before Karl Urban portrayed the character, Judge Dredd also appeared in the 1995 film Judge Dredd starring Sylvester Stallone.
Fans Still Hope for Karl Urban’s Return
Although nothing has been confirmed about the upcoming reboot, Karl Urban’s enthusiasm for the role continues to excite longtime fans of the franchise.
Whether or not Karl Urban returns, the growing interest in new Judge Dredd stories suggests that the iconic character may soon return to the big screen once again.
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