Michael Cera to appear with fellow Canadians Ryan Gosling, Simu Liu in ‘Barbie’ movie
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TORONTO — Lovable loser Michael Cera is getting dolled up for the new “Barbie” movie.
The Brampton, Ont. actor, known for roles in “Superbad” and “Arrested Development,” has been announced as part of the extended cast for the summer comedy, playing a character simply known as “Allan.”
“Barbie” is a spin on the popular children’s toy franchise with Margot Robbie in the titular role and London, Ont.-born Ryan Gosling as Ken.
Mississauga, Ont.-raised Simu Liu plays another version of Ken who clashes with Gosling’s Ken in the latest trailer released on Tuesday.
Other cast members newly confirmed include pop singer Dua Lipa as mermaid Barbie, Issa Rae as president Barbie and Kate McKinnon as rock star Barbie.
The Greta Gerwig-directed movie arrives in theatres July 21.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 4, 2023.
David Friend, The Canadian Press