Ian is nice, but he doesn't have the gravitas for 50 Shades. Alexander Skarsgard is the clear choice for that role.

Personally, I think Ian is above it. Sure, he could pull it off, there's no doubt about it. But the book was poor quality in the first place, and what does that say for the film? I just don't think Ian should be a part of it. Also, for those of you who love him because of Damon on TVD, you do realize that Ian doing 50SoG would probably take him out for at least a third of TVD's season? And TVD without Damon...it just wouldn't be right. Damon is the heart of TVD. So if you love Damon, I wouldn't be campaigning for Ian as Christian.

@Melissa, I think so many women, myself included, would like to see Ian Somerhalder get this part for the very reason you object to it. Because he is hot and some pornos are awesome! However, this movie will likely be R rated, not NC-17 unfortunately, so it probably won't be as kinky-sexy as we'd like!

I think Ian would be absolutely perfect for the part as Christian Grey..i also thik Ashley Greene would play the perfect Ana Steele!!!

I am now of the opinion Michael Fassbender should have the role. Fassbender unlike Somerhalder (who I do love but he has never been good in movies except Rules of Attraction and I have recently come of the opinion Ian really does just plays himself) becomes these characters and emobodies them to his core. He also the only actor who imo can take the role of Christian and give award winning performance. He also willing to transform himself to fit the role. Now I really want to know who directing this because the director is the real key here.