Lopez, Wilson, Travolta, MacLain In 'Dallas' Talks

[Tuesday, March 14th, 2006]
DallasJennifer Lopez, Luke Wilson, John Travolta and Shirley MacLaine are in talks to star in the classic remake Dallas, says Variety.

Helmer Robert Luketic is said to be reading up the cast for the classic '80s series. He has reportedly offered Jennifer Lopez the part of Sue Ellen Ewing, Luke Wilson is negotiating to play Bobby Ewing, John Travolta has an offer to star as J.R. Ewing and Shirley MacLaine is down for the part of Miss Ellie Ewing.

The story follows the exploits of wealthy Texas oil millionaires and their shady business dealings and dysfunctional families. The series centered on the Ewing family, led by patriarch Jack Ewing, who started family corporation Ewing Oil.

The role of J.R. is said to have been offered to both Mel Gibson and Kevin Costner.

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