Rumors are that John’s in the running for the role of Captain American in the new Marvel movie due out in 2011.

John Krasinski as Captain America?

It could happen as Marvel conducts screen tests this week in its search for the actor to play Steve Rogers, the alter ego of the title character in its “Captain America” movie.

The company’s latest superhero movie is being directed by Joe Johnston and tells the story of the young infirm man rejected from enlisting who becomes America’s symbol of liberty during World War II and eventually a member of Marvel’s superhero team the Avengers.

About seven actors have moved to the front of the super soldier serum testing line and have either tested or are expected to screen test this week and next at Marvel’s Manhattan Beach headquarters.

Those known to be on the list with Krasinski include Michael Cassidy (who appeared in”Smallvile” and who tested for the Superman movie when McG was going to direct it), Patrick Flueger (one of the stars of “The 4400″ who most recently appeared in the Tobey Maguire movie “Brothers”), Scott Porter (TV’s “Friday Night Lights”), Wilson Bethel (”Generation Kill”) and Mike Vogel (”Cloverfield”).

Sources on both sides caution that an actor may not be found from the tests, which happened during Marvel’s search for the man who would be “Thor.” For that movie, currently shooting in Manhattan Beach, the studio conducted several rounds of testing but found its star, Chris Hemsworth, late in the game, after initially passing on his audition reel.

While Marvel is looking for someone on the youngish side and who can play rugged, one key ingredient emerging is that the actor be American, according to insiders. So far, no British or Australian actors have been seriously considered though the search could widen if no suitable candidates are found.

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John and Emily, hit the gym, 22nd February.

Brand new pictures of John and Emily out walking their dog, Finn.

Brand new pictures of John, Emily and Finn at the dog park are now up.

Pictures of John and Emily arriving back at LAX on February 19th.

Here’s a deleted scene from the latest episode of The Office, “Manager and Salesman”.

High quality screencaptures from tonight’s episode of The Office are now in the gallery.

Pictures of John and Emily at The Wolfman after party.

Pictures of John and Emily at The Wolfman premiere.

Keep checking back, as we’re constantly adding images to this event.

We have a big update for you today. First, pictures of John out shopping with a friend on, 6th February

Next, John grabs gas on, 7th February

Plus, John shops for art on, 7th February