Are they recasting Dr Strange?

Are they recasting Dr Strange?

Benedict Cumberbatch is, of course, returning as Doctor Strange. He will have a dual role in the movie as the first trailer revealed Strange Supreme also has a part to play in the movie.

Why did they change directors for Dr Strange?

Raimi was tapped to direct after original “Doctor Strange” director Scott Derrickson stepped away from the sequel over reported “creative differences” with the studio.

Who turned down the role of Doctor Strange?

Benedict Cumberbatch was always the producers’ first choice for the role of Stephen Strange, but he turned down their initial offer, so they had to cast a wider net in the search for the perfect Sorcerer Supreme. One of the actors approached about the role in this interim was Joaquin Phoenix.