Barb may have been one of the unfortunately casualties of "Stranger Things" Season 1, but actress Shannon Purser already has plans after leaving the show. The young actress is setting her eyes on the title role in the rumored "Squirrel Girl" movie. Is Marvel already planning to cast Purser as the comic book hero?
"Squirrel Girl" Casting News: "Stranger Things" Star Shannon Purser Wants To Play Marvel Heroine
Things didn't go so well for Barb in "Stranger Things" Season 1. However, it looks like Shannon Purser already knows which project she would like to work on. It may be a non-existent one right now, but Purser and Marvel fans are already hoping that a "Squirrel Girl" movie will happen soon.
So who do I talk to about being Squirrel Girl?
— Shannon Purser (@ShannonPurser7) July 24, 2016
Shannon Purser didn't stop with just tweeting about her intent to play the Marvel heroine. The "Stranger Things" star also told Revelist why she wants a "Squirrel Girl" movie.
"I think Squirrel Girl is just adorable but at the same time is totally boss and completely awesome," Purser said. She explained that the cinematic world deserves "a character like that" since most female heroes are adults.
"Squirrel Girl is a little bit younger and like a real person, trying to figure out her life and then also having to save the world," Purser added. She is mostly correct about this, since no other Marvel character can boast about studying in college AND defeating Thanos at the same time.
But is the "Stranger Things" star getting a call from Marvel anytime soon? Some fans believe that "Squirrel Girl" is already being considered, and Shannon Purser is one of the top contenders for the role!
"Squirrel Girl" Casting News: "Stranger Things" Star Shannon Purser Beats Out Anna Kendrick For Coveted Role?
It's no secret that Anna Kendrick also wants to play Doreen Green in a future "Squirrel Girl" movie. However, it looks like Marvel has already tried to reach Shannon Purser about her interest in the role.
Well, not Marvel Studios anyway. According to ComicBook, Marvel Comics found out about Shannon Purser's tweet and tried to contact the "Stranger Things" actress to discuss her interest.
It's best to remember that Marvel Comics is different from Marvel Studios, who works on the films and TV shows. Nevertheless, it certainly sounds like Shannon Purser already has one foot in the door.
