Tom Hardy has just announced that he has agreed to play music legend, Elton John, in the new 2014 Rocket Pictures movie, "Rocketman". The movie is described as the larger-than-life view of Elton John as a child prodigy becoming a musical legend. Elton John will be re-recording some of his original hits to be played back during the movie for those sentimental moments on set. "Rocketman" is produced by Steve Hamilton Shaw and David Furnish of Rocket Pictures.

"Tom is a stellar talent who will add extraordinary depth and nuance in bringing Elton's story to life," said Shaw.  "We are excited to have such a gifted actor on board, and equally excited to be in the hands of Peter Schlessel and the entire Focus Features team.Tom is quickly becoming known as one of the world's most versatile actors, and like others at the top of their craft, he has proven his ability to transform himself completely into the character or subject found in the material," said Schlessel. "We are confident that Tom will embody the physicality and spirit of Sir Elton. This, in conjunction with the creative team led by Michael and Rocket Pictures, will provide the foundation for something that will be a unique cinematic event."

The adored British Actor, Hardy will next be seen in the upcoming movie "Locke", directed by Steven Knight, and the "Mad Max" franchise reboot. His most popular movie premieres might be "Lawless", "Animal Rescue", and "Child 44". The Hardy deal ended a lengthy casting call for who was going to play Elton, and it seems they found their match. "Rocketman" is said to start filming next year.