Idris Elba on saying 'no' to avoid typecasting after The Wire

"I got lots of roles that were just like The Wire," says Idris Elba as he discusses his desire to try different kinds of acting outside of his "comfort zone," while promoting Sonic spin-off Knuckles.

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The actor tells Paste BN that he has said no to a number of roles which would have seen him typecast.
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