'Finding Dory' news: 'Twilight Saga' actor Michael Sheen makes public his voice role
"Finding Dory" has just made another reveal in its voice-over cast listing. This time, it's courtesy of Golden Globe-nominated actor Michael Sheen, who made it public during a podcast that he has added his voice talent to the upcoming follow-up to 2003's "Finding Nemo."
Sheen's proclamation may seem a bit late, especially with the sequel just a few months around the corner. The actor, however, did not disclose what his last-minute role in the 3D computer-animated comedy adventure is, as mentioned in Empire. It was speculated, on the other hand, that the Welsh actor's job entailed some re-dubbing.
The 47-year-old had a critically-acclaimed career in theater before he shifted his acting prowess to the big screen in the 2000s. His most well-known Hollywood roles include the fantasy movies "Underworld: Rise of the Lycans" (2009) and "The Twilight Saga: New Moon" (2009). He also had roles in "Tron:Legacy'' (2010) and Midnight in Paris (2011). Sheen nabbed his first Golden Globe nomination for Showtime's "Master of Sex."
Ellen DeGeneres, who voices the absent-minded fish Dory, also talked to Yahoo! Movies and slipped in a few hints about the movie's stance on the environment.
"I think that fish should be in the ocean," she said. "It's what this whole sequel is about: It's about rehabilitation and putting them back in the ocean... And we have to protect our oceans. Hopefully that discussion starts with this film, because we really need to protect that environment," the television host explained.
Recently, Disney Pixar presented a challenge to their fans by posting a "Can-you-find-Dory?" teaser on their official Twitter page.
"Finding Dory" will also see the return of of Martin Brooks as Marlin, William Dafoe as Gil, and Vicki Lois as Flo. It will be released in the United States on June 17.