Definition of «miscast»

"Miscast" is a term used in film and theater criticism to describe the act of assigning an actor to a role that does not suit their physical appearance, acting style, or the established character lore. While it is a standard industry term, in internet discourse, it is often used as a hyperbolic critique of "woke" casting or studio decisions that fans disagree with. It implies a fundamental failure in the production's creative vision or a lack of respect for the source material. The term is frequently used by online critics to signal that a movie's failure was inevitable due to poor character selection.