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Christian Slater back on the West End

He's back: Christian Slater prepares to take to the stage again
Christian Slater is returning to the West End stage in an adaptation of the film Swimming With Sharks.

He will star as Buddy Ackerman, a Hollywood movie mogul and the boss from hell, who ends up being taken hostage by his long-suffering assistant.

The 1994 film version had Kevin Spacey in the lead role.

Slater will play the part at London's Vaudeville Theatre from October 16 for a 15-week season.

"The moment I read this script I knew I had to do it. This is a fantastic, edge of the seat, gripping story told with a wickedly funny wit.

"It's a great role, a great play and I can't wait to get back on to the London stage - it's like my second home," Slater said.

The 37-year-old actor previously wowed West End audiences in One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest.

His film credits include True Romance, Pump Up The Volume and Heathers.

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