6 Reasons Brian Blessed Needs To Appear In A Modern Comic Book Movie

2. He's A Real Life Hero

Brian Blessed really has saved lives - and who better to play a comic book character on the big screen than a real-life hero? While attempting to climb Everest, on one occasion he chose to cast aside his attempt at personal achievement in order to save the lives of some other climbers who had come in to some serious trouble. He selflessly helped them down to the bottom and ensured they received the medical help they needed (it should also be pointed out that, on the other occasion that he didn't make it to the top, it was because news reached him that his mother and brother were dying and he had to turn around). He is also heavily involved with a number of charities and good causes. Action Medical Research, Animal Defenders International, Born Free Foundation, Hauser Bears, Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, TigerTime and Walking With The Wounded have all benefited from Blessed's donations, speaking, campaigning and ambassadorial roles. Basically, the man is a legendary real-life hero and it's only fitting that he gets a huge comic book movie role to exemplify those characteristics.