First off, there are no immediate plans to make this movie (although the movie rights have been sold). However, I thought it would be interesting to see people's ideas on the dream cast for the movie.

For those who aren't familiar with the best-selling fantasy series, it deals with the intrigues and adventures of a man named Corwin. He is from a royal house in a kingdom named Amber, where are the royals are capable of great feats of strength, warfare, or magic. Amber is the center of order, while the forces of Chaos (located in the Courts of Chaos) exist at the opposite end of the universe. Everything in between (including our world) is called "Shadow" and can be manipulated by the demi-gods of Amber and Chaos.

For a full explanation, read here:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amber_%...ional_realm%29

Anyway, here are the principal characters in the first series, often referred to as the "Corwin Chronicles":

Corwin - The narrator of the first 5 books. Cynical, but with a soft spot in his heart for certain select individuals. Wants to rule the kingdom of Amber.

Eric- Corwin's illegitimate elder full-brother. An arrogant yet competent would-be king of Amber; he commands the loyalty of Julian, Caine and Gérard. Corwin and Eric's rivalry for the throne drives much of the plot of the first three books.

Benedict- The master tactician of the family and a man who seldom smiles. He chose to remove himself from the struggle for the crown, leaving Eric and Corwin as the eldest surviving heirs.

Deirdre- Corwin's sister. Corwin's feelings for Deirdre are decidedly un-brotherly, and she appears to return his affection, though it appears nothing came of it. Uses an axe in battle.

Caine- a calculating, realistic manipulator with naval talents and lifestyle.

Fiona- a deft mind and the only sorceress of the family. Red hair.

Bleys- a dashing and charming extrovert who partners with Corwin in the effort to retake Amber from Eric. Red hair. Brother of Fiona and Brand.

Brand- a manic depressive megalomaniac. He is later assumed insane by his family. Brother of Bleys and Fiona. Red hair.

Llewella- Has removed herself from the presence of her family and usually resides in Rebma, the underwater reflection of Amber.

Julian- a sinister hunter with calm manner and biting tongue. He is usually found guarding the Forest of Arden in Amber.

Gérard- a trusted brother, the strongest man in the multiverse and called "the best" of the lot. A physically imposing man with a beard and wide smile.

Flora- regarded as shallow or a dumb blonde by her siblings, yet she often is on the winning side. Master of seduction and manipulation.

Random- a sneaky rascal, often irritating and called a 'punk' by older siblings. Very short. The future king of Amber.

Oberon - The original king of Amber. Large and imposing. Not to be crossed. The classic ruthless king. Father of all those named above.

Dworkin - Mad wizard and creator of Amber. The father of Oberon.

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I'm not familiar with the books but having read these short descriptions of the characters, I feel that Bill Nighy has got to be one of them!

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I agree. In fact, I think that Bill Nighy needs to be in every movie...period.

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I'm not sure how old these Amber characters are but how about Kate Beckinsale for the role of Deirdre and Sienna Guillory for Llewella.

Point is, these two actresses can easily replace Liv Tyler and Miranda Otto in the Lord Of The Ring trilogy. Would love to see Beckinsale in a period costume. As for Guillory, can't wait to see her in Eragon. Heard the trailer is coming out anytime soon.

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