Taylor Lautner has asked Twilight fans to support his decision to take on more challenging roles.
The 19-year-old will next be seen in Abduction]/i] which is directed by John Singleton.
He is to play a teenager who is forced to go on the run after he discovers his parents have been hiding a secret about their past.
Lautner told the Los Angeles Times: "I don't know why, but I'm always looking to challenge myself as much as possible.
"Plus, I had always been an action fan and been fans of actors like [Matt] Damon and Harrison Ford."
He added: "What I love about their action movies is that they're not just action movies. They're playing a character that goes through an incredible journey."
Lautner was reportedly told by Singleton to thrillers with Tom Cruise and Harrison Ford in preparation for the role.
The actor, who is best known for playing Jacob Black in the [i]Twilight saga, said: "I'm just hoping that the fans can support me doing completely different things outside of the franchise. And yeah, I mean, there probably is a lot at stake.
"It definitely crosses my mind, and I would be lying if I said I feel no pressure. But whenever that thought does come in my mind, I try to push it out as quickly as possible. I try and just stay focused on things that I can control."
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