Previously reported that classically trained actor Marcus Callender would play Dr. Dre in the upcoming N.W.A. biopic “Straight Outta Compton,” it appears there have been some switches behind the scenes. That role will now be filled by Corey Hawkins, known for roles in films like Iron Man 3 and Wu Is Dead. Ice Cube’s son O’Shea Jackson, Jr. and Jason Mitchell remain in their roles as Ice Cube and Eazy-E, respectively. We’ve also learned the F. Gary Gray-directed film’s official release date will be August 14, 2015! Can’t wait!

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Source: Deadline