Tom Cruise, Alec Baldwin and Gwyneth Paltrow Offered Roles In Film Adaptation Of 'Rock Of Ages'

Broadway is about to get some top flight Hollywood treatment. 'Rock of Ages,' the hit 80's hair metal-inspired Broadway musical, is set to be a big screen epic, and it's already rocked the world with its big casting offers.

Rumored for a 2011 production, producers for the film have reached out to three major stars to fill crucial supporting roles, The Wrap reports: Tom Cruise, as burnt out rock star Stacee Jaxx; Alec Baldwin as Dennis, another former star, now grasping onto the stage at an LA bar; and Gwyneth Paltrow (via EW), in a big, but as of yet, unidentified role.

The film, which utilizes classic tracks from 80s hair bands such as Bon Jovi and Poison, is about two young aspiring rockers adventuring to LA to reach their dreams -- only to find out that, perhaps, LA is no longer a city for dreamers.

Baldwin, who was nominated for yet another Golden Globe for his role as Jack Donaghy on '30 Rock' on Tuesday, is no stranger to Broadway; he's appeared on stage at various points since 1986.

He made his debut in 1986's revival of 'Loot,' and later earned a Tony nomination for his role in 'A Streetcar Named Desire.' Those were stage plays, but he's sang Broadway numbers, as well, taking a starring turn in a concert version of Rogers & Hammerstein's 'South Pacific.'

Paltrow has revealed her musical side of late, too. The actress stars in the upcoming country music drama 'Country Song,' training her voice and recently earning a standing ovation at the CMA's. She also appeared in an episode of 'Glee,' a role which she is slated to reprise.

In addition to the three listed above, star singer Mary J. Blige has been rumored to be attached to the film as the owner of a strip bar central to the storyline.

For more on 'Rock of Ages' production rumors, click over to The Wrap.

Comments

[John Janusz]

01:47 AM on 12/18/2010

Rock of Ages is by far the most partying show on Broadway. It's also going to become one of the longest running shows on Broadway of all-time. It's true success doesn't depend at all on celebrity actors. If the director can find a celebrity cast that are best suited for the roles than so be it. But if they can't I hope the director isn't afraid to cast lesser known actors for the leads. I could be wrong, but I don't think Tom Cruise matches well with the role he is rumored to play. Mitchell Jarvis should definitely have a role in the movie. Whether he portrays Stacee Jaxx or the Narrator he comes off as the lead in the show.

[LovingHope]

03:09 PM on 12/17/2010

I can't wait. I love all three. Alec was hilarious in "It's Complicated." He made me laugh. Tom was his usual handsome self in "Knight and Day," which I enjoyed. Gweneth is a very beautiful talented actress. I will definitely see it.

[Russ Noe]

07:48 PM on 12/16/2010

Tom Cruise? zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

[consandy]

06:35 PM on 12/16/2010

I truly hope they cast Constantine Maroulis, (from American Idol a few years ago), because I saw this show in NYC and he really did an incredible job in the lead role.

[RosslynRose]

12:32 PM on 12/16/2010

These three? No thanks. I'll pass.

[pat63]

08:33 AM on 12/16/2010

he has sang?

[Said One]

08:24 AM on 12/16/2010

Living on a Prayer - must be part of this song list for the movie - must admit I love Bon Jovi too.

Mary J Blige has to sing - Family Affair and As - with George Michael doing a guest appearance.

Also they should add Prince to the cast list in some way - he is soooo underutilized in movies.

Kelli could be Mary J Blige's daughter - who dreams of making it big - but her background and her experiences surrounded by dubious characters in the strip club (she doesn't strip herself) ends up with her being a groupie - to one of the rockstars - hence the "Family affair song". This is kind of a subplot.

Also Zac Efron is good in these types of films (Hairspray), (High School Musical), have him in it as Keli's friend who rescues her from the groupie lifestyle - can have an Oasis song (Don't look back in anger) and have him singing -  the lyric: "please don't put your life in the hands of a rock and roll band who'll throw it all away"

Ooh and they can also have a crossover pornstar as a groupie working at the Strip Joint - either Jenna Jameson or Tera Patrick.

Tera Patrick could actually be Tom's groupie in the movie, I think they'd work well together.

[Said One]

08:01 AM on 12/16/2010

Also maybe add Kelli Rowland to the cast list.

[Said One]

08:01 AM on 12/16/2010

Alec Baldwin has been growing on me lately - don't know what it is but hes been sparking. Great they are doing a Broadway film

[LovingHope]

03:55 PM on 12/17/2010

I've always liked him. He's very talented. And he is a good looking older man. I like actors that don't look distorted by surgeries. Merry Christmas, Said One! I like your insightful posts.

[Pennsylvanianne]

04:21 PM on 12/18/2010

Plus Baldwin has charm to spare and absolutely impeccable comic timing.