Superhero homecoming: 5 actors who returned to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, from Robert Downey Jr to Hugh Jackman
New Delhi: Several actors have made notable returns to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) after initially appearing in it. Here are five actors who made such comebacks:
- Samuel L. Jackson (Nick Fury): Jackson has made several appearances as Nick Fury, starting with “Iron Man” (2008) and continuing through multiple films and TV series, including the upcoming “Secret Invasion” series.
- Robert Downey Jr. (Tony Stark/Iron Man): Downey Jr. has reprised his role multiple times across the MCU, starting with “Iron Man” (2008) and returning for various films, including the “Avengers” series, until “Avengers: Endgame” (2019).
- Chris Evans (Steve Rogers/Captain America): Evans played Captain America in multiple films, starting with “Captain America: The First Avenger” (2011) and returning in numerous films, concluding his arc in “Avengers: Endgame” (2019).
- Tom Hiddleston (Loki): Hiddleston portrayed Loki in several films, starting with “Thor” (2011). After his apparent death in “Avengers: Infinity War” (2018), he returned in the “Loki” TV series on Disney+.
- Hugh Jackman (Wolverine): Although primarily associated with the X-Men franchise, Jackman is set to return as Wolverine in the upcoming “Deadpool 3,” marking his entry into the MCU proper.
These actors have not only reprised their roles but have also significantly contributed to the overarching narrative of the MCU.
Scarlett Johansson, known for her portrayal of Black Widow in the MCU, is involved in a top-secret Marvel project. This project’s nature—whether it will be a live-action movie, TV series, or animated venture—remains unclear. Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige confirmed the project in an interview with ET, stating, “We’re doing a project with Scarlett.” Johansson herself acknowledged the ongoing nature of the project in a 2023 interview with ComicBook, affirming, “It is still happening.” There is also speculation about a possible Black Widow standalone series.
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