Christian Bale Won't Captain Darren Aronofsky's 'Noah' (UPDATE)

It appears like Noah's Ark will sail without Christian Bale. Based on Deadline, the 'Dark Dark night Rises' star is shooting the Terrence Malick-directed films 'Lawless' and 'Knight of Cups,' consecutive, which may conflict using the production dates on 'Noah,' which Darren Aronofsky co-authored with John Logan ('Gladiator') and can direct. The film is really a retelling from the classic Scriptural story, most probably without heroin needles, space travel or ballerinas with tortured souls. 'Noah' is placed hitting theaters in 2013. UPDATE: Per Variety, Michael Fassbender could replace Bale in 'Noah,' but no offer has been created yet. Just remember that for future reference. [via Deadline] Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook