Ryan Reynolds to Play Super Hero in New Film!

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With his romantic comedy 'The Proposal' currently in theaters, and a new indie project in the works, Ryan Reynolds has just landed another exciting movie role -- read on for more details.

Reynolds has been chosen to play the title role in 'Green Lantern,' the live-action film based on the DC Comics character, Variety reports.

The 32-year-old star was in the running for the coveted role along with Bradley Cooper and Jared Leto, the trade paper says.

Production is expected to begin in January.

Published 7/13/09 by the Insider