Henry Cavill is rumored for an X-Men role in MCU, possibly as Cyclops or Wolverine!
Key Takeaways:
- Henry Cavill is rumored for an X-Men role in MCU.
- Kevin Feige teases X-Men’s MCU introduction.
Marvel Studios is bringing X-Men into the MCU sooner than expected, with hints dropped in recent projects.
Henry Cavill, having left the DCEU and the Witcher franchise, is reportedly close to joining the MCU as an X-Men character, possibly Wolverine. Fans can expect his involvement after leaving DC.
Rumors are swirling that Henry Cavill, following his departure from the DCEU and the Witcher franchise, is in talks to take on a role in the MCU as an X-Men character.
Speculation is rife that he could potentially step into the shoes of Wolverine, famously portrayed by Hugh Jackman.
Henry Cavill Likely Joining MCU as X-Men
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For years, rumors have circulated about Henry Cavill’s potential MCU debut, particularly following his departure from the DCEU.
Some fans even think he might play Captain Britain, considering he’s from the same country as the character.
Cavill has openly expressed his interest in portraying Captain Britain, Brian Braddock, in the MCU during an interview with The Hollywood Reporter.
“I have the internet and I have seen the various rumors about Captain Britain and that would be loads of fun to do a cool, modernized version of that — like the way they modernized Captain America. There’s something fun about that, and I do love being British.”
Some fans believe that the 40-year-old actor might become the new face of the X-Men.
Although Marvel Studios typically prefers younger actors for lead roles in an MCU reboot, enthusiasts have been editing photos of Cavill as Cyclops, Wolverine, and Beast ever since he left the role of Superman.
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Cyclops, aka Scott Summers, is a key X-Men character known for his leadership and optic blasts, portrayed by James Marsden and Tye Sheridan. Meanwhile, Hugh Jackman famously played Wolverine.
Recently, reports from @MyTimeToShineH suggest that Cavill has agreed to join the MCU in a role other than Dr. Doom.
There’s speculation that he might have been chosen to play either Cyclops or Wolverine, two of the main X-Men characters.
While it’s unclear what role Marvel Studios has in mind for Cavill in the MCU, his popularity in Hollywood suggests they have something special planned for him.
Kevin Feige Teases X-Men’s MCU Introduction
Source: X-Men ’97
During an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Kevin Feige offered some hints about the X-Men’s introduction into the MCU.
While the Marvel Studios President didn’t disclose many specifics, he hinted at ongoing efforts to bring the iconic mutants into the fold via an interview with Entertainment Tonight.
“I don’t know if it’s delicate. It’s super exciting. But the X-Men are as solid and rich and great a concept and characters as exist. [There’s] the return of the animated series next year, which we’re very excited about. I saw some new final episodes today which really bring you back to the core of who the X-Men are and that soap opera that those characters represent. And then in live-action, people will see… perhaps, soon.”
Marvel is set to reintroduce mutants and the X-Men into their superhero universe. However, their immediate focus is on the Fantastic Four movie, scheduled for release in 2025.
