The Proposal star Ryan Reynolds has landed one of the most sought-after roles in Hollywood: comic superhero the Green Lantern.
He'll play Hal Jordan, an everyman who's gifted with superhuman powers after coming into possession of a magical ring.
Other actors who came close to getting the part included The Hangover's Bradley Cooper and pop singer Justin Timberlake.
Reynolds is practically a pro at playing comic book characters: he recently appeared as Deadpool in Wolverine, starred in Blade: Trinity, and was briefly attached to a live-action adaptation of The Flash.
Production will reportedly begin in Sydney in January, helmed by Casino Royale director Martin Campbell.