Robert Downey Jr. Backs Out of 'Oz': Johnny Depp to Replace Him?

Robert Downey Jr was scheduled to star in the upcoming movie “Oz” but it seems he changed his mind. And he either changed it a while back and the studio didn’t say anything or hey already had a backup in mind if something happened. Because they already have another name tossed in the ring – and guess who it is?

What other actor can play quirky, interesting, funny and charmingly freakish characters without missing a beat? Johnny Depp – of course! I don’t think anyone besides Johnny can play “weird” characters so well.

According to the Hollywood Reporter, "Robert Downey Jr. has fallen out of 'Oz, the Great and Powerful,' Disney’s prequel-ish take on the 'Wizard of Oz' tale, and the studio is in discussions with Johnny Depp to step into the great wizard’s robe."

Sam Raimi is reportedly directing the tale of "a young illusionist with a grandiose attitude who is forced to flee a traveling circus. His hot air balloon is swept up by a tornado to the land of Oz, which is run by two magical wicked witches."

This actually sounds like an interesting prequel. I always wondered how the Great Oz got started in the business.

And I think Johnny would make a wonderful wizard character…because he could act all funny and quirky with it. Robert would have been good, but I think Johnny is better suited for the role.

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