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James McAvoy

Tue May 26, 2015 12:00 AM Last update on: Sat May 30, 2015 12:16 AM

One` of the biggest highlights of James McAvoy's career was starring with Angelina Jolie and Morgan Freeman in “Wanted”, an action film where he portrayed Wesley Gibson, a young American slacker who learns he is heir to a legacy of assassins.

When McAvoy screen-tested for the role, he was initially rejected because the studio was seeking an actor with conventional Hollywood leading-man looks and physique.

He later recalled being considered the “runt of the litter” of those who tested, but ultimately got the role in late 2006 since the studio “wanted someone geeky”. While shooting action scenes for the film, he suffered several injuries, including a twisted ankle and an injured knee, but the actor said he had a 'good time' doing the movie.