'50 Shades of Grey' Movie Cast: James Closing in on Christian and Anastasia Now That Premiere is Less Than Year Away

It's the little engine that could. It just keeps on going. No matter how frustrating, strenuous and disappointing it may be, "50 Shades of Grey" casting speculations continue to run rampant. Why is it so strenuous? Because in order to keep their dreams alive, fans have to be resilient. They have to pump out fan polls and mock trailers to make sure their favorite contenders remain in "50 Shades" contention. Why so frustrating? Well E. L. James and Universal Studios have remained silent on the matter, leaving fans to toil in their own aspirations without confirmation. And finally, the "50 Shades" arena is full of disappointment. Top contenders come and go. One minute they're on top, appeasing their fans, and the next they drop out of the race. That being said, there are still several names that have repeatedly topped fan polls and starred in fan made trailers. They're here to stay, and hopefully their popularity will resonate with James and Universal.

Now that the official release is less than a year away, you'd think that they'd get their act together and have the cast well established. Time is running out and you don't want to find yourself pushed up against a wall. Well, I guess perhaps you would in a "50 Shades of Grey" context. Regardless, in commemoration of the one-year countdown clock, an official "50 Shades" fan page has posted a celebratory poster.

Top Christian titans, based on fan polls and mock trailers, remain Matt Bomer and Henry Cavill. Now with Ian Somerhalder out of the race, the arena has thinned out. That being said, the role could still go to anyone. There's no telling what James will decide, but that doesn't mean we can't speculate.

As for Anastasia, the race is less cut throat, however, Alexis Bledel and Emilia Clarke remain at the top of the list.

Now in our own celebration of the special "50 Shades" one year date, we ask the fans to let us know who your favorites are the role. A decision is nearing on the horizon, so let your voice be heard while you still can.