The Boys star Antony Starr has responded to persistent fan casting campaigns that have sought to see him portray Albert Wesker, the iconic villain from the Resident Evil video game franchise.
The 50-year-old New Zealand actor, known for his portrayal of the villainous Homelander in Amazon Prime's superhero series, has stated that he considers himself too old to take on the role of Wesker. However, Starr acknowledged the continued enthusiasm from fans who see similarities between his current character and the Resident Evil antagonist.
Fan Casting Momentum
The fan campaign to cast Starr as Wesker has gained traction among both The Boys viewers and Resident Evil fans, who have noted similarities between Homelander and Wesker. Both characters are portrayed as powerful, manipulative antagonists with superhuman abilities and a calculating demeanor.
Albert Wesker serves as one of the primary recurring villains throughout the Resident Evil video game series, first appearing in the original 1996 game. The character has been featured in multiple film and television adaptations of the franchise over the years.
Previous Adaptations
The Resident Evil franchise has seen numerous live-action adaptations, including the film series starring Milla Jovovich and more recent projects like Netflix's Resident Evil series. Various actors have portrayed Wesker across these adaptations, with the character remaining a central figure in the franchise's mythology.
Starr's portrayal of Homelander in The Boys has earned critical acclaim for his ability to blend charm with menace, qualities that fans believe would translate well to the Wesker character. The Amazon series, based on the comic book series by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson, has been renewed for multiple seasons.
Despite Starr's comments about his age, fan casting discussions continue across social media platforms, with supporters of the idea pointing to the actor's proven ability to portray complex villainous characters with both physical presence and psychological depth.
