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Sorry Nicole Kidman, But Debra Messing Should Play Lucille Ball In Upcoming Movie

Taylor Sakellis
Taylor Sakellis

Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz are undeniably one of the most iconic old-Hollywood couples. Not only were they a pair on-screen in their classic sitcom, I Love Lucy, but they were a family off-screen, too.

Recently, it was announced that their story is coming to life for a whole new generation of audiences in an upcoming film directed by Aaron Sorkin. The actors in talks to play the couple include Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem.

The controversy surrounding casting Nicole Kidman in Lucille's role has gone viral, and now, I'm weighing in!

*I Love Lucy* is the definition of classic television, and the show wouldn't have been the magic it was without Lucille Ball.

Her comedic timing, signature expressions, and over-the-top personality are what made the show iconic for six seasons and why it has continued to live on for decades!

Now it is being reported that Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem will play the iconic couple in an upcoming film directed by Hollywood heavy-hitter Aaron Sorkin.

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According to Deadline, the movie, titled Being the Ricardos, will follow a week on the set of I Love Lucy, "starting with a Monday table read-through and an audience shoot on Friday. Ball and Arnaz will face challenges that could end their careers and their marriage."

Aaron has already written the screenplay and will direct the film for Amazon Studios and Escape Artists with the pair's children, Lucie and Desi Jr., signed on as executive producers.

While there is a lot of initial buzz about the film, some fans aren't thrilled with the choice of cast.

While I love Nicole Kidman and think she's an excellent actor, she doesn't scream Lucille Ball to me.

Debra Messing has played Lucille in the past for a special episode of *Will & Grace* and she totally embodied the actress.

And while I understand the movie isn't just an I Love Lucy remake, I still think Debra has the acting chops to handle the more SERIOUS scenes of the movie, too!

Plus, there's no denying that Debra looks like the SPITTING image of Lucille in the full *I Love Lucy* get up.

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What do you think of the Lucille Ball casting choice? Was Debra robbed? Let us know in the comments below!

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