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REPORT: Tyler Perry to Star as Alex Cross

9:59 pm, January 31st, 2011

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Tyler Perry is reportedly in line to replace Morgan Freeman as Alex Cross in a movie “reboot” of the James Patterson character – a detective and psychologist.

“I, Alex Cross” will be adapted for the screen and provide an origin story for Cross, according to Variety, with Perry in the lead role.

The thriller role would mark a departure for Perry, who’s most associated with family and relationship dramas, typically of his own creation.

Freeman played Cross in Kiss the Girls and Along Came a Spider.

What do you think of Perry in the part?

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  • http://www.facebook.com/people/Essie-Lewis/100000087391213 Essie Lewis

    I really like Tyler Perry but I don’t see him as Alex Cross. I’m sure he’ll do a good job but I just don’t see him as a detective. I never liked Morgan Freeman as Cross because he was far too old. There are so many young Black actors who could play Cross so I don’t understand this casting. But, it’s Hollywood so I won’t even try to understand it.

  • Garcia

    Tyler Perry would be absolutely great as Alex Cross. I never liked or understood why Morgan Freeman played him. Ving Rhames should have played him back then or at least Alex best friend. I think Mr. Perry will bring a refreshing image to Mr. Cross character. He will redeem the image of Alex Cross as portrayed in the book. Mr. Perry fits the physical, the sexiness, the swagger aspect of the character. Mr. Perry is not just a funny man. He has many layers to his talent. For those who have any doubt if he can play the part, just wait and see. I know he will do an exceptional job. He will also expose a new group of readers to one of my favorite authors, Mr. Patterson. I have always been a fan of his work as well as Mr. Perry. I would love to be an extra in that movie. I hope the producers and directors do this movie the justice it deserve. Kiss the Girls movie was so different than the book. I can’t wait to see it!!

  • Crystal

    Morgan Freeman is the best Alex Cross…..Morgan Freeman IS Alex Cross….Tyler Perry will never be able to play that part as good or live up to the expectations of the millions of viewers who love Morgan Freeman as this character!!!!

  • http://profile.yahoo.com/CCWCMJ6B2NVRHTRXWXDHAHA4CM brandylynnelle

    I agree Morgan Freeman is Alex Cross. I could see Denzel Washington playing the part now, due to Morgan not fitting the age range. But Tyler Perry, really???

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