Oscar nominee Joaquin Phoenix is reportedly in talks to play the title role in Marvel Studios' Doctor Strange movie.

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According to both TheWrap and Variety , the Her and Gladiator actor is in early talks for the role of the neurosurgeon-turned-Sorcerer Supreme, but both outlets stress that a deal is far from finalized.Marvel Studios will give fans a look at The Avengers: Age of Ultron at Comic-Con on Saturday, during which time studio boss Kevin Feige is expected to make official announcements on upcoming Marvel films, including Doctor Strange.