Joel Kinnaman set to play Rick Flagg in Suicide Squad?

With the issues following the casting of actors to play Rick Flagg in DC Comics’ feature film Suicide Squad. With Tom Hardy dropping out to the rumoured Jake Gyllenhaal to reprise the role turning out to be dude, it seems Hollywood is looking towards another hopeful to take on the role. Swedish actor Joel Kinnaman is reportedly being eyed for the role. The actor is know for his role in Robocop and The Killing series, and he may just be a perfect fit for Flagg.

Directed by David Ayer, Suicide Squad stars Jared Leto as The Joker, Will Smith as Deadshot, Jai Courtney as Boomerang, Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn and Cara Delevingne as Enchantress. Viola Davis is said to be in talks to play Amanda Waller.

DC Comics Suicide Squad releases in cinemas on August 5th 2016