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Neeson May Lead New A-Team

Eighties remake still needs actors for two lead roles

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(Newser) – The A-Team is getting some fresh faces. Liam Neeson is in talks to play Col. John “Hannibal” Smith in the long-anticipated film version of the ‘80s TV classic, Variety reports. George Peppard had the role on the small screen. Bradley Cooper, a hot name thanks to The Hangover, is negotiating to play Lt. Templeton “Faceman” Peck. The movie is set for release June 11, 2010.

In this Jan. 8, 2009 file photo, Irish actor Liam Neeson poses during a photo call to promote his movie
In this Jan. 8, 2009 file photo, Irish actor Liam Neeson poses during a photo call to promote his movie "Taken" in Berlin.   (AP Photo/Markus Schreiber, file)
Actor Liam Neeson poses for a portrait at the Gibson Guitar Lounge during the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, on Monday, Jan. 19, 2009.
Actor Liam Neeson poses for a portrait at the Gibson Guitar Lounge during the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, on Monday, Jan. 19, 2009.   (AP Photo/Mark Mainz)
Bradley Cooper poses for a portrait, Saturday, May 16, 2009 in Las Vegas.
Bradley Cooper poses for a portrait, Saturday, May 16, 2009 in Las Vegas.   (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
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