William Dean Howells
William Dean Howells, is one of America’s most respected literary minds, author of over 100 books and novels, and Mark Twain’s close friend and editor. Howells was editor of the Atlantic Monthly in the 1870s when he discovered Twain and began to publish his early work. Over the years, he has served as Twain’s constant advocate and keenest critic.
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My first thought was Richard Dreyfuss (and still is) though after reading the comments, Robert Duvall also seems an apt choice. Had no idea he is CS.
Peter Coyote
Hector Elizondo
Wilford Brimley – similar looks. Wow – Richard Dreyfuss and Robert Duvall would be excellent.
Barry Corbin
I believe Armin Mueller-Stahl would be fantastic while posing a similar appearance as Willian Howell he’s also played brillant performances throughout his carreer.
Sean Connery
Bruce Willis or Kevin Costner
None other than Ed Asner. Hands down.
Anthony Hopkins
Kevin Spacey
When I saw his picture I instantly thought, “Richard Dreyfuss”. Glad to see some others agree.
Wilford Brimley
Gene Hackman
John Goodman ??? Yep, I’m sure of it, choose John Goodman there fella…
Christopher Plummer
My first thought was Christopher Plummer.
Ed Harris
I’m with Dave. At first glance the resemblance to Armin Mueller-Stahl is remarkable! Tom Wilkinson also gets my vote.
Robert Duvall.
Would be wonderful to have his involvement, his presence, in your project.
Didn’t realize he was an advisor to Twain – would prefer Richard Dreyfuss for this role.
Anthony Hopkins
I’d say Gene Hackman or Bill Murray. What? Bill Murray can do drama, too!
Armin Mueller-Stahl!
How about Gene Hackman????
Anthony Hopkins, Robert Redford( gain a few pounds)
Wilford Brimley.
The quaker oats guy Wilford Brimley or Anthony Mockus Sr.
I would suggest Harve Presnell with his acting
style and appearance.
Ray Liotta, Christopher Plummer or Robert Duvall.
Gene Hackman would be my first choice. Then, Richard Dreyfuss.
Robert Duval or anthony Hopkins
Ed Asner, Wilford Brimley, Bill Murray, is Richard Dysart still acting?
Oh, and Ian Holm.
Terry O’Quinn from “Lost”. The resemblance is obvious…
Bob Hoskins. He can do anything.
Caught a bit of Legends of the Fall last night…Anthony Hopkins.
Gene Hackman, fer sure.
My first thought was Wilford Brimley because of the physical resemblance, but Robert Duvall would be great.
Anthony Hopkins looks a lot like him
Bob Hoskins.
he looks exactly like robert loggia but then robert loggia might be a hundred years old. but he would be perfect!!
Anthony Hopkins.
Wow, great suggestions, my first thought was Christopher Plummer though so I’ll stick with it.
In my opinion I feel Joe Pesci would do remarkable in this role.
Robert Duvall or Anthony Hopkins
Robert Duvall
Ed Asner
Maybe Corbin Bernsen.
Christopher Plummer or James Cromwell