Summary:
- Luke James is interested in Marvel roles but not Kang, preferring Night Thrasher instead.
- Introduced to Night Thrasher via Spider-Man, James feels the character fits his acting range and interests.
- James is also keen on playing Captain Atom in the DC Universe, admiring the character’s power.
Singer Luke James has set his sights on a different kind of superhero landing – but not the one you might expect.
The actor’s acclaimed role playing a nefarious character in Them: The Scare has spurred campaigns from some Marvel fans for James to play Kang. However, James himself seems to have a different vision for his Marvel future. In his own words:
“Marvel as a whole? Yes. Kang the Conqueror? No. But I wouldn’t not not take the meeting. There are so many brilliant characters, because I mean, it’s so many characters. There are so many characters I would love a take at.”
While previously considered a frontrunner to replace Jonathan Majors as Kang, James revealed his true passion lies with Night Thrasher, a Marvel vigilante hero. Fans are buzzing with the possibility, and James’ enthusiasm for the character is undeniable.
While Kang may not be his pick, James has a specific Marvel hero in mind. Thrasher, a character introduced to him via Spider-Man, seems to be at the top of his list:
“I know it’s going to throw people: Thrasher. As a kid, I loved Thrasher, especially when I was introduced to him via Spider-Man. I just thought that was really cool. I skateboard. I thought it was really sick. They’re working on ‘Blade,’ Blade is awesome. But I can’t unsee Wesley [Snipes], but I also love Mahershala Ali, so I just know that’s just going to be a brilliant take on that.
Night Thrasher‘s complex personality – burdened by pain yet unwavering in his mission – aligns perfectly with James’ potential acting range. His musical background adds another layer of intrigue. James’ charisma and ability to emote could translate beautifully to the superhero world. The character’s physicality might require training, but James’ stage presence could translate well into portraying a confident hero.
James doesn’t stop at Marvel. He also harbors a desire to play Captain Atom in the DC Universe. He’s drawn to Captain Atom‘s unique character and his subtle presence in DC animations. James highlights the character’s immense power.
Whether James achieves his superhero dreams remains to be seen. Both MCU and DCU have rigorous casting processes, and there will be competition. However, James’ genuine passion, talent, and charisma make him a strong contender.
