Taylor Lautner has been cast in the title role of “Stretch Armstrong,” Universal Pictures confirmed to Access Hollywood.

“The Twilight Saga” star will take on the role of the rubbery hero based on the Hasbro toy. The 3-D film will be released in 2012.

“In the past two years, Taylor has emerged as a real star at the global box office. He brings the perfect balance of energy and athleticism to the role of an unlikely super hero with a fantastic super power,” Universal Pictures co-chairman Donna Langley said in a statement to Access. “We couldn’t be more pleased that he has agreed to be our Stretch.”