Ever since the announcement that a new film adaption of the classic television show, “The A-Team,” would be made, speculation and rumors have soared about who would fill those iconic roles.

Already cast in the project are Liam Neeson as Col. John “Hannibal” Smith, and Bradley Cooper as Lt. Templeton “Faceman” Peck.

It was once rumored that rapper The Game, had been tapped for the role of Sgt. Bosco ‘B.A.’ Baracus until UFC fighter Quinton Ramone Jackson ended up nabbing the gig.

The Joe Carnahan-directed flick has already begun shooting in Vancouver, Canada, so now all eyes are on who will assume the role of the team’s pilot, Capt. H.M. “Howling Mad” Murdock. The guys over at Black Film report that a reliable source is indicating “District 9″ star, Sharlto Copley, has been offered the job.  It is not yet confirmed if he has accepted the offer.

Among those thought to be in the running for the role either include or did include (depending your source) Jim Carrey, Steve Buscemi, Timothy Olyphant, Woody Harrelson, Sam Rockwell, Chris Pine and Robert Downey Jr.

With “District 9′s” unexpected success, which many attribute to Copley’s exceptional performance, it’s likely the actor will see his resume get a big boost over the next few years.