While I am sure many fans would not agree with me, I believe Patrick Dempsey of Grey’s Anatomy would be the perfect actor to play Doctor Strange in the planned movie. Marvel Comics has called for a script, and I would be surprised if the project was not given an official date soon. McDreamy is one of the few actors who could give Doctor Strange the portrayal he deserves.
Patrick Dempsey should play Doctor Strange
My Justification
Doctor Strange has been one of my favorite characters since I was a child. One of the first comics I ever read was an issue of The Defenders and I instantly gained respect for the Sorcerer Supreme. Over the years, I have read every appearance of his in Strange Tales, every issue of The Defenders, and all of the issues in Doctor Strange’s own titles. I am not someone who just has a passing fancy with the characters – he is one of my favorites and his portrayal on film is important to me.
In All Seriousness
One of the most important aspects of Doctor Strange’s personality is how he stays serious no matter what the situation. Even his humor is serious. Dempsey’s character on “Grey’s Anatomy” is reflective of the Master of the Mystic Arts without the Sanctum Santorum. McDreamy’s character is usually serious and he can focus on whatever issue is at hand. The dry wit of the character is very close to what would be found in the pages of the comics.
The Hand
What is interesting is the Grey’s Anatomy character is currently dealing with not being able to perform surgery due to a hand injury. This is reflective of the origin of Doctor Strange and plays well on the small screen. It would make sense to transfer the same storyline onto the big screen.
The Women
For the most part, Marvel has attempted to bring lesser-known characters to stardom through the Phase 1 movies. Samuel L. Jackson, Scarlett Johannson, and Robert Downy Jr. were the known names before the Phase 1 Marvel movies, but many more names have become red carpet darlings since. Bringing Dempsey in to play Doctor Strange would bring more women into the theaters who want to see their favorite actor on the big screen. Comic book fans should not be discouraged by the idea of a Marvel movie bringing in an actor women would go for. In all honesty, some of you need a date and should hope for anything which can get you one.
Dempsey has made statements in the past that he wants the role. Marvel – just sign on the bottom line and get it over with already. I know there have been rumors about other actors taking the role, but Dempsey just fits.
