Dolph Lundgren Could Be Headed to CONAN

He-Man.  Ivan Drago.  The first Frank Castle.  GR-13.  Whatever you call him, there is no denying how bad-ass Dolph Lundgren is, and, it seems, the world is beginning to realize this fact more and more in recent days.  While it isn’t revealed who he might be playing, Lundgren may be stepping into the world of CONAN, as well.

I’ve talked to the producers about doing something for CONAN.

Lundgren told this to MTV while out promoting his latest film (co-wrote, stars and directs) COMMAND PERFORMANCE.  Lundgren explained that casting was still underway, and a final decision wouldn’t be made until sometime in 2010.   The lead role hasn’t even been cast yet.

Marcus Nispel is directing the film, which is being reported as following closer to Robert E. Howard’s vision of the story than the John Milius-directed film.   Not knowing much about the original, Conan universe, I couldn’t make any kind of suggestion as to who Lundgren should be playing in the new film.   I would, however, love to see him play the villain a la UNIVERSAL SOLDIER.   The thought of He-Man going toe-to-toe with whoever steps into the Conan role gets me very excited for this project.

What do you think?   Who should Dolph Lundgren play in the new CONAN movie?   Should he play a villain or an ally to the title character?   Would it really be all that bad to see Dolph step in as Conan himself?   Shoot us your thoughts in the comment section below.