Johnny Depp begs for role in ‘Little Britain’
October 5th, 2008 - 11:30 pm ICT by IANS
London, Oct 5 (IANS) Hollywood superstar Johnny Depp has begged English comedian and actor Matt Lucas for a role in the “Little Britain” after loving the debut of the American series.Depp is a fan of the character-based British comedy sketch show written by Lucas and David Walliams. An American version of the series, entitled “Little Britain USA” was created as a spin-off that pulled in five million viewers Friday, reports mirror.co.uk.
The actors however, are filming Tim Burton’s “Alice In Wonderland” in Los Angeles and have struck up a firm friendship.
“Johnny was laying it on thick saying how much he enjoyed the first episode of the series. He said he would do anything to have a part in the movie,” said an insider.
Lucas plays Tweedledum and Tweedledee opposite Depp who essays the Mad Hatter’s role in Burton’s film.
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