1. Benedict Cumberbatch
The Case For: Cumberbatch is on the verge of becoming a very big deal indeed. His role as head villain in JJ Abrams upcoming Star Trek Into Darkness should see to that. Following his breakout role as the title character of the BBCs rather excellent Sherlock, he played George Smileys right hand man in Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, and will also play Smaug in the next episode of The Hobbit. By turns creepy, mischievous, vulnerable and threatening, Cumberbatchs acting chops would suggest he could slide in and fill the Gosling Void with little difficulty. Hes also one of the few actors who can match Gosling for
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The Case Against: As much as Cumberbatchs acting might be up to scratch, is he able to compete with Gosling on the sex appeal level? As loveable as Sherlock might be, hes notably asexual, and so far Cumberbatch has foolishly picked roles with limited opportunities to take his shirt off on camera. He remains relatively unproven in the I can be hot with a beard category, but overall, he makes an excellent case. Who else do you think could potentially fill the Gosling hole? Share your own picks below.