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The whip cracking adventures of Indiana Jones have pushed the fearless archaeologist ahead of the pack with more than half (51%) of movie fans surveyed, selecting him as their favourite action hero, according to a new poll by Live Search.
More than 2,500 movie fans took part in the survey that explored the most popular action heroes of the past as well as possible future contenders for the title.
Almost 20 years since the nation’s favourite archaeologist graced our screens, Indiana Jones has beaten martini-loving agent James Bond (22%) and ‘Die Hard’ detective John McClane (11%) to the top spot.
When it comes to future Indiana Jones sequels, fans want Brad Pitt to step in when Harrison Ford hangs up his hat, with 29% voting him the best contender for the role.
Pitt fought off competition for the coveted title from Brokeback Mountain star, Jake Gyllenhaal (20%), Atonement sweetheart James McAvoy (16%) and Pirates of the Caribbean heart throb, Orlando Bloom (14%).
When asked which non Hollywood star should play Indiana, professional adventurer, Bear Grylls came out on top with 35% of the votes beating Prince Harry (20%) and bohemian media magnet, Russell Brand (16%).
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by Gryldiana - 10:36:42 4th Jun 2008
Where was this poll then? I didn't see this one! Seriously, you need to ask more than 2,500 women,or whatever the number was. I like the idea of Be... READ MORE