If a movie has caught the attention of the entire world, that’s it. Barbie. The Greta Gerwig-directed film will hit theaters this summer and promises to be one of the biggest hits of the year. To kick off the marketing campaign, Warner Bros. Discovery released a plethora of posters featuring all, seriously, EVERY character we’ll ever see on screen. If you want to get ready before the movie arrives, here’s the entire cast of Barbie.
Margot Robbie-Barbie
The interpreter of Harley Quinn puts herself in the shoes of the most famous doll in the world. Although she is physically perfect for the role, this will be the litmus test to prove that Robbie can really be a movie star. According to the synopsis of the tape, her Barbie will go through an existential crisis that will lead her to challenge the limits of her world. What will she discover when she goes in search of the truth?
Ryan Gosling–Ken
Barbie’s iconic sidekick arrives in the form of an Oscar-nominated actor. Ryan Gosling’s Ken will search for answers together with the protagonist, he will become her adventure partner, and perhaps he could convince her to be together. According to early test screenings, Gosling is one of the best elements of the film, so much so that some are predicting an Oscar nomination for the actor.
Will Ferrell – CEO of the toy company
No one should be surprised that a comedy expert is part of this ambitious project. According to some reports, Ferrell could be the villain of the tape, and he will seek to maintain order in Barbieland at all costs. Recently we have seen it in movies like dads war and Spirited.
Simu Liu – Another Ken
Of course, Ryan Gosling’s Ken could not be left without competition. According to the trailer, the protagonist of Shang-Chi and the legend of the ten rings will embody a version of Ken that will rival Gosling’s. If we are sure of anything, it is that the actor will carry the weight of several dance sequences on the tape. In addition, Liu has recognized Greta Gerwig’s work team as a very collaborative one.
“I never felt left out. I felt like every day I was going to be working with a cast that really celebrated each other and their differences, no matter where they came from. When they see the film, they will notice it reflected on the screen, ”he commented for Vanity Fair.
Emerald Fennell–Midge
The acclaimed director of Promising Young Woman (Beautiful Revenge) returns to the screen as Midge, a character who has always been sold as Barbie’s best friend. During the sale of this doll, she was recognized as Allan’s girlfriend, with whom she had three children. Taking into account that in the poster she is seen pregnant, surely the script of the tape will go along the same lines. In her time, the Midge doll was heavily criticized for being pregnant looking so “young.”
Michael Cera–Allan
According to the company that sold the original dolls, Allan is one of Ken’s best friends. Although there is still no certainty about the relationship he will have with Minge, it sounds crazy to think that the production could waste such a beloved actor. Michael Cera is known for his participation in films such as Scott Pilgrim vs the World, This is the end, and Gloria Bell.
Barbie Variations
“Be what you want to be”. That was the slogan under which Barbie dolls were sold for years. And this time, it seems that the script by Noah Baumbach and Greta Gerwig took it very seriously. In the new trailer we were able to see various versions of the protagonist, and the cast assembled to bring them to life is very striking: Issa Rae (Barbie president), Alexandra Shipp (Barbie writer), Emma MacKey (Physical Barbie), Ana Cruz Kayne (Judge Barbie) Ritu Arya (Journalist Barbie) Nicola Coughlan (Diplomatic Barbie), Hari Nef (Doctor Barbie) Sharon Rooney (Lawyer Barbie), and kate mckinnon (Barbie gymnast). The most surprising is Mermaid Barbie, which will be played by the successful singer Dua Lipa.
In interview for PopSugarIssa Rae stated that, at first, she was unsure about joining the cast, but her doubts were dispelled once she began working with the entire team.
“You have a director who is encouraging you to do your best and gives you great things. She just makes you feel comfortable to try. Her enthusiasm resonates. I really appreciated that experience.”
Ken’s Variations
Clearly, Ken couldn’t be left behind. Although he does not have as many versions as the protagonist, they are played by actors of different nationalities and physical characteristics. simu liu, Kingsley Ben Adir (The OA), Ncuti Gatwa (sex education) and scott evans (grace and frankie).
Other characters
In addition to the actors already mentioned, it is known that Helen Mirren She will be the narrator of the film. She is joined by America Ferrera (Ugly Betty), Ariana Greenblatt (65: On the brink of extinction), Connor Swindells (sex education), and John Cena who, according to rumors, would play Max Steel.
Excited to see these characters on screen? Barbie will hit theaters in Mexico next July 20, 2023.
Juan Jose Cruz I am one of those who always defended Robert Pattinson as Batman and can see the same movie in the theater up to 7 times. My guilty pleasure? Low budget horror movie.