Edward Norton Steps in for Benedict Cumberbatch in Bob Dylan Biopic

Norton to play Pete Seeger in 'A Complete Unknown', focusing on Dylan's pivotal transition to electric guitar in 1965.

Edward Norton will replace Benedict Cumberbatch in the role of Pete Seeger in the upcoming Bob Dylan biopic, 'A Complete Unknown'.
Cumberbatch had to depart the production due to scheduling conflicts.
The film, directed by James Mangold, will focus on Bob Dylan's transition to electric guitar in 1965, a pivotal moment in music history.
Timothée Chalamet will portray Dylan, and Elle Fanning is set to play Dylan's early-60s love interest, Sylvie Russo.
Production on 'A Complete Unknown' is slated to begin this summer.