Overview

• On The Louis Theroux Podcast, Cera said he declined talks to join the Fantastic Beasts spinoff over fears that a six-year commitment would make him too famous.
• The role most reports linked him to was Jacob Kowalski, ultimately played by Dan Fogler in the 2016 film.
• The 37-year-old star said his aversion grew from sudden fame after Superbad and Juno, prompting him to control his exposure.
• Cera now says he has outgrown his earlier concerns and would consider future franchise projects if they piqued his interest.
• The Fantastic Beasts series, initially planned as a five-film saga, has stalled after releasing three installments.