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Geekly Casting: Mega Man Film

Published on November 24, 2025November 24, 2025 by KyraLeave a comment

Happy Monday, Geekly Gang! We’re bringing back the Geekly Casting series, and today’s subject is a live-action Mega Man film. There were talks about a Netflix Mega Man film, but we haven’t heard much about this project since late 2021. A lot has changed since then. Mega Man even had an episode in Amazon Prime’s Secret Level series, a television series based on random video games. But the Blue Bomber deserves a big screen adaptation. Kyra Kyle here. As usual, I’ll start this post and share modern actors who could play the various roles, and Skye, our movie geek, will search Hollywood’s past and present for the best possible actors to play each role.

Our first order of business is figuring out which characters we need to cast. We’ll keep Rock’s supporting cast short: Dr. Light, Roll, and maybe another character or two. We won’t bother casting Rush. He’ll be a robo-dog, so they’ll record random dog noises. Dr. Wily’s an obvious inclusion. We’ll skip casting Yellow Devil; he’ll mostly grunt. The Robot Masters pose a difficult challenge. Skull Man must make the cast because he was a main antagonist in Mega Man’s manga, but the other Robot Masters should have a balanced power set and come from popular games in the Mega Man series. This is a tall order. We’ll do our best.

Mega Man/Rock: Cameron Crovetti

I considered several actors to play the title role in Mega Man. Malachi Barton’s range intrigued me. I could even see an unknown take on the role, but I landed on Cameron Crovetti.

Crovetti is best known for his role on the Amazon Prime series The Boys. He portrays Homelander’s son, so Crovetti has experience with characters with questionable backgrounds. While Mega Man doesn’t go as dark as The Boys, Rock has a conflicted relationship with humanity. Crovetti has several comedic roles under his belt, too, so he has range. I could see him portray the Blue Bomber.

Honestly, the Crovetti family could sport more than one role in Mega Man. Cameron’s twin brother, Nicholas, portrayed Max Wright in Big Little Lies. If Mega Man included Copy Robot, and the production company wanted to avoid using CGI to make Copy Robot look eerily similar to Mega Man, Nicholas Crovetti makes sense. The Crovetti brothers have an older sister, Isabella, who could portray Roll. Roll and Rock (Mega Man) are considered siblings in the Mega Man universe, so it makes sense for Isabella Crovetti to play Roll, but let’s go with a different actor.

Roll: Lulu Wilson

Lulu Wilson is best known for horror films and television series like Ouija: Origin of Evil, Annabelle: Creation, The Haunting of Hill House, and Fall of the House of Usher. Wilson even portrayed a young Gloria Steinem in The Glorias. Despite a short career, she has an impressive filmography. Wilson also has a handful of comedic roles under her belt, specifically the dark comedy Wyrm. So, Wilson has the range to pull off Rock’s older sister Roll.

Typically, Roll comes off as compassionate and patient, but Mega Man 11, the most recent entry in the mainline Mega Man series, shows her giving Auto (another Mega Man side character who could make an appearance) a hard time. Let’s face it. Roll can be brutal toward Auto in Mega Man 11. Roll also doesn’t mind joining Rock (Mega Man) in battle. Lulu Wilson could pull off a Roll who looks overtly demure, but has a hidden edge, begging to be set free.

Dr. Thomas Light: Pierce Brosnan

Honestly, I could’ve gone with the Mega Man fan consensus and picked Jeff Bridges. Bridges has been the lovable bearded man for decades; he would make a great Dr. Light. Instead, I’m going with Pierce Brosnan. Mega Man depicts Dr. Light as a kind-hearted father figure and little else. After all, Light created Rock, Roll, and X. Brosnan has portrayed father figures in the past, but he may bring another layer to the character that a generic fatherly actor wouldn’t. Don’t ask me what that layer is. That’s up to Brosnan to pull deep from his acting experience.

Dr. Albert Wily: Willem Dafoe

Willem Dafoe as Dr. Albert Wily may be typecasting. Who cares? I went off-center with Brosnan as Dr. Light; Dafoe is at his best when his character has a tenuous grasp on reality. Whoever portrays Dr. Wily needs a disconnect with reality. Only a madman would put the world at risk by turning robots (who were minding their own business) against humanity. Dafoe could easily pull off an unhinged Dr. Wily.

Skull Man: Javier Bardem

We’ve reached the Robot Masters. Woo hoo! Whoever fills these roles won’t need to match the look of their counterpart. The Robot Masters will predominantly be CGI.

We begin with Skull Man. Unlike most Robot Masters, Skull Man was designed specifically for combat. Dr. Wily built Skull Man to take down Mega Man. While other Robot Masters have personalities outside of “must destroy Mega Man” (other Robot Masters are coerced or brainwashed), Skull Man is a killer who will stop at nothing to end Mega Man. Again, this may be typecasting, but Javier Bardem has been that level of cold-blooded killer.

Skull Man shows little emotion. He struggles to make a connection with any of the other Robot Masters. He has a hollow, inhuman affect. Like many other actors on this list, Bardem would give Skull Man an extra layer of character.

Metal Man: Peter Dinklage

Even when he isn’t brainwashed, Metal Man is a jerk. Sarcasm is Metal Man’s first language. He treats the other Robot Masters like buffoons, cracking jokes at their expense. To be fair, few of the other Robot Masters figure out they’re the butt of Metal Man’s joke. Yep. Peter Dinklage could easily pull off an affable, wisecracking Metal Man. Dinklage could find the perfect blend of fun and danger. Couldn’t you see Dinklage tossing saw blades like they’re Frisbees?

Splash Woman: Kristen Bell

Splash Woman first appeared in the Mega Man comic book. She began as a hero. The Mega Man comic built up Splash Woman’s stakes ahead of Mega Man 9, so when she gets brainwashed in the game, players would care. Splash Woman is Mega Man’s karaoke-loving bestie. She may have been constructed for underwater repairs, but musical theater is Splash Woman’s passion. Kristen Bell has the musical training and comedic timing to pull off Splash Woman. Bell’s Splash Woman could be a villain in the first Mega Man film, or she could be converted in the sequel. Hmm.

Fire Man: Nikolaj Coster-Waldau

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau and Peter Dinklage could have a mini Game of Thrones reunion. That would be fun. It would also be fun to watch Coster-Waldau take on Fire Man, a Robot Master who believes he’s the hero. That’s right. Fire Man suffers from main character syndrome. Game of Thrones had several “main characters,” so Coster-Waldau as Fire Man works on a meta storytelling level. I can see Mega Man jokingly follow Fire Man as the main character for a scene. I can also see Nikolaj Coster-Waldau playing a hot-headed–a little on the nose–Fire Man.

Elec Man: Joaquin Phoenix

Were some of these Robot Masters brainwashed, or were they nudged? Conceited and egotistical, Elec Man walks a tightrope between kindhearted and sadistic freak. Joaquin Phoenix has portrayed his fair share of characters like Elec Man. I can hear Phoenix pull off a line like, “To watch my beautiful bolts fly to the top of your head. To hear your delightful shrieks.” Woah! Elec Man may have some issues.

Ice Man: Neil Patrick Harris

Ice Man loves to show off for the crowd. The world’s a stage, and he’ll give Splash Woman a run for her money as Mega Man’s best singer. Neil Patrick Harris has a flair for the dramatic. I’ve heard he’s a good singer, too. Wink. Harris’s Ice Man and the actor who I have playing Bomb Man could have more than one musical number. One of them needs to be a Mega Man variant of “Anything You Can Do, I Can Do Better.” Make it happen.

Guts Man: Terry Crews

Built for construction, Guts Man takes his job seriously. While he may perform physical labor, Guts Man is smarter than he looks. He can be over-dramatic with a penchant for sudden outbursts, but Guts Man cares deeply for his coworkers. Underneath his bulky exterior, Guts Man’s a big softy, just like my pick to portray him, Terry Crews. Sure, I want to see Crews in more films. But you read Guts Man’s description. Tell me that doesn’t scream Terry Crews.

Bomb Man: Wayne Brady

Bomb Man is another Robot Master with a flair for the dramatic. While he doesn’t necessarily sing in the Mega Man series, who says he can’t in the movie? I have mixed feelings about How I Met Your Mother, but Wayne Brady and Neil Patrick Harris would be another fun reunion. Brady and Harris’s chemistry is undeniable, and I’d love to see how Bomb Man and Ice Man would interact with each other. They’re too similar, fighting for the same spotlight. Anything you can freeze, I can explode!

That’s the cast I have for Mega Man. Let’s check in with our film geek, Skye.

Skye’s Picks

I’m not well-versed in the Mega Man game series. I’ve beaten the first one and gotten halfway through the second, so my knowledge of the lore and characters is limited. Because of that, all my picks for this post were actors who made me giggle. My version of Mega Man is more kid-friendly and goofy. I hope these picks aren’t blasphemous. Either way, enjoy my picks for a Mega Man feature film adaptation.

Mega Man/Rock: Mark Hamill (Young)

Let’s see, someone who’s fresh-faced, eager to explore, lovable in his ignorance with just the right amount of whininess sprinkled in. I couldn’t help but imagine young Mark Hamill playing Mega Man. I’m unsure if that’s the best representation of Mega Man’s character (please refer to my intro), but it’s at least compelling. If nothing else, we know Hamill started his career playing that exact archetype. Seeing him learn and upgrade himself as he “cuts” (hehe) through the various bosses would be believable. With the tutelage of Obi-Wan–I mean Dr. Light–young Hamill could easily become another iconic sci-fi protagonist.

Roll: Dakota Fanning (Younger)

Roll was tricky for me to cast, but I remembered I had cast Fanning’s sister in a previous casting call (Geekly Casting: X-Men in the MCU). Since I prefer not to repeat actors I’ve already cast, why not Dakota? Like her younger sister, Elle, Dakota Fanning has had a storied acting career. I could see her pulling off Roll’s kind-hearted and bubbly personality. Since I cast young Mark Hamill as Mega Man/Rock, I thought it would make more sense to cast Fanning in her 20s. Rock n’ Roll are meant to be siblings, so it’d be a bit weird if they weren’t close in age. She’s got the look, style, and personality, so let’s give her the Roll. See what I did there?

Dr. Thomas Light: Patrick Stewart

I shouldn’t have to explain this one. Come on, it’s Patrick Stewart. Patrick Stewart is one of the go-to actors for good-natured, smart old dudes. Dr. Light would be no exception. Stewart has unrivaled on-screen charisma, a decades-long career under his belt, and the ability to make any movie he’s in better. Stewart works as Dr. Light. I won’t even bother naming them all, y’all already know. The only issue is his distinct lack of hair, but it’s Hollywood. They can figure out something.

Dr. Albert Wily: Ian McKellen

After casting Patrick Stewart as Dr. Light, it only felt right to go with Ian McKellen as Dr. Wily. If you’re a member of the Geekly Gang, you probably know why I made this choice. Not only are Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen two peas in a pod, but they work off each other in ways unlike any other acting duo in Hollywood. They’ve had several roles and done countless productions together, but the rivalry between Light and Wily is mostly why I went with McKellen. Given their past playing Professor X and Magneto, Stewart and McKellen would foil each other perfectly for the Light/Wily rivalry. Now, I badly want to watch this Mega Man movie. Make it so, Hollywood!

Skull Man: Ken Page (Posthumously)

If we’re going the kid-friendly and goofy route, Ken Page as Skull Man makes a marketable, mildly intimidating, and memorable choice. I admit it. I was thinking about Page’s role as Oogie Boogie in The Nightmare Before Christmas. Skull Man wouldn’t have to sing, per se, but Ken Page could still bring a unique voice to the character. I can easily imagine kids growing up watching this Mega Man adaptation and having their sense of villainy shaped by Page’s interpretation of Skull Man, like Oogie Boogie. Hopefully, Skull Man would receive more screen time, allowing Page to properly define his character. Rest in peace.

Metal Man: Robert Downey Jr.

Just lean into it. That’s the theme of my picks. Since Robert Downey Jr. is more available than he was 10 years ago, why not take the opportunity to be another metal man? This time literally Metal Man. As soon as I heard about a jerky robot in a metal suit, I picked Robert Downey Jr.. Downey Jr. has also shown interest in expanding his types of characters, as we’ve seen with his new role as Dr. Doom in Avengers: Doomsday. Yes, join Ethan Hawke on the dark side. I hear they have cookies. If they do happen to make a legitimate Mega Man film adaptation, getting Robert Downey Jr. would also be a highly marketable first step. The kids would have to see it then!

Splash Woman: Halle Bailey

Anyone who’s forced to act in a Disney live-action remake deserves a better role. Is Splash Woman that role? Splash Woman could be a better role than Ariel in a live-action Little Mermaid. Splash Woman could also be a good opportunity to set the record straight for Halle Bailey and show how talented she is when Disney isn’t putting her on a self-righteous diversity pedestal. Imagine the not-so-subtle jabs Bailey could take at Disney in the role of a robot mermaid. I’m already laughing!

Fire Man: Jason Lee

This choice is difficult to defend, even for me. After researching boss robot personalities, Jason Lee came to mind. Fire Man is more of a wannabe hero with a short temper. Does that sound like Lee’s character from The Incredibles, Buddy Pines/Syndrome? Lee has experience. Also, Jason Lee hasn’t been given many major roles in recent years. Considering (arguably) his best role was Syndrome in 2004, I’d like to see him make a comeback. Like Brendan Fraser, he has untapped potential for high-profile films. I don’t want to remember him as Dave from Alvin and the Chipmunks. Can I get some brain bleach for those movies?

Elec Man: Tom Hiddleston

Like my last choice, Tom Hiddleston as Elec Man was a fitting conclusion after some light research. And why not one more Marvel actor? Elec Man is an arrogant, overdramatic narcissist, which sounds like Loki in the MCU. While Hiddleston has experience playing these character types, he’s been branching out. I’m confident that Hiddleston would give a good performance as Elec Man. Given my layperson’s perspective, Hiddleston seems like a good fit.

Ice Man: David Bowie (Posthumously)

Ice Man was a fun role to cast. Sure, I still don’t have a solid understanding of his character, but I got the idea after Kyra discussed their pick. They had chosen Neil Patrick Harris for the role in part due to Ice Man’s flair for the theatrical. It doesn’t get more theatrical than David Bowie. That and Ice Man would’ve been a great way to reintroduce Bowie to another generation as a kids’ movie icon. They would need to let Ice Man sing. Bowie would probably write the song too, and I’d buy the vinyl. Rest in peace.

Guts Man: André the Giant (Posthumously)

Here comes another choice influenced by Kyra’s pick. Thanks, Kyra. You helped me out a lot on this one. They described Guts Man as a lumbering meat-head with a soft and gentle side. If he was still with us, I would’ve enjoyed watching André the Giant in this role. The iconic ex-wrestler had both in equal measure, and that was depicted in his personality and role choices. I fell in love with André’s personality after watching The Princess Bride. If he brought the same energy to his portrayal of Guts Man, it would’ve been great. Who knows, he could’ve been as big a star as Dwayne Johnson is today if he were still with us. Rest in peace.

Bomb Man: Dwayne Johnson

Speaking of Dwayne Johnson, he happens to be my pick for Bomb Man. Like Guts Man, Bomb Man is a larger robot intended to carry heavy loads and work primarily in construction. Based on physique alone, Johnson is a solid fit. Although, I mainly picked Johnson for Bomb Man for his personality. Bomb Man seems like a lighthearted robot with a good sense of humor, which would make Dwayne Johnson a great choice. Bomb Man and Guts Man are also supposed to be close friends, because their abilities play off each other. I wanted Dwayne Johnson to play Bomb Man since I think he and André the Giant would make great on-screen friends. I struggle to process the cuteness.

Kyra Kyle here again. That’s all we have for today’s Geekly Casting. Who would you cast in the various roles, Geekly Gang? Would you like to see a part two for any of these castings? Let us know in the comments. Thank you for reading, and wherever you are, I hope you’re having a great day.

Geekly Casting: Justice League

Published on July 25, 2025July 24, 2025 by KyraLeave a comment

It’s been a couple of months since we released our MCU X-Men Geekly casting, so we decided to do the same for the DCU’s Justice League. Hey, hey! Kyra Kyle here. Like our previous post, I’ll handle the first part of our Geekly casting: modern actors. Fortunately, Superman just dropped, and we have some clarity on who will play certain roles. That makes it easier for me. Ha-ha, Skye. By the time we’re writing this, we will not have watched Superman. Geekly should have a Superman review posted if you want to hear our thoughts on the actors’ performances. We’ll link our Superman review here if I remember to do so and you’re interested.

Skye will continue with actors who may have aged out of certain roles or sliding actors into roles posthumously. Ugh! Skye’s giving Hollywood ideas on whose faces they should impose on body doubles. Who am I kidding? I may want to see some of these actors in these roles, too. Without further ado, let’s get to the cast list.

Kyra’s Picks

If the DCU has already cast someone in a role, I chose that actor for that role and provided commentary on how I think the actor will manage. If an actor hasn’t been officially cast as a role (as of April 2025), I’ll usually choose an actor from fan castings. Note: I go rogue at least once.

Superman: David Corenswet

Before Superman dropped earlier this month, DC fans complained about the new Superman suit, but I haven’t heard many people knock David Corenswet’s casting. He’s a relative unknown, which I like. Corenswet’s resume reminds me of Christopher Reeve’s before his stint as Supes. Corenswet happens to be the same height as Christopher Reeve (6’4″), too, and he looks the part. Time will tell if he can embody the Man of Steel.

Batman: Glen Powell

Batman is the first in a line of castings in which I wouldn’t mind seeing people reprise their roles. Heck, I would’ve liked to have seen Henry Cavill in another Superman movie. Batfleck is gone. He did a serviceable job with the material. Robert Pattinson is not going to be the DCU’s Batman either. That’s too bad. So, why not go with one of Hollywood’s new it boys, Glen Powell? He starred in the hit Top Gun: Maverick, has shown comedic range in the rom-com Anyone But You, and the dark comedy Hit Man. Powell would make a playboy out of Bruce Wayne, which’d be interesting. He also refuses to act in the MCU and has expressed interest in portraying Batman. That’s always a plus.

Speaking of pluses, I’m including a second choice as Batman: Winston Duke. He’s also expressed interest in portraying Batman on the big screen, and he’s already done so on a podcast. If Duke looks and sounds familiar, it’s because he plays M’Baku in the Black Panther franchise. I didn’t pick Duke as my top choice because James Gunn wants a Batman closer in age to Superman. Duke is over a decade older than Corenswet. Drat!

Even so, I could see Winston Duke playing Lucas “Luke” Fox taking over for Bruce Wayne. Luke is the son of Lucius Fox. I’d love to see Morgan Freeman reprise his role as the elder Fox to Duke’s younger Fox.

Wonder Woman: Elizabeth Debicki

Gal Gadot will not return as Wonder Woman. That’s too bad, but she may be too short. Wonder Woman is supposed to stand eye-to-eye with Superman, and the new Superman is three inches taller than Henry Cavill. Elizabeth Debicki won’t need heels. She’s also close in age to Corenswet and has experience acting in period pieces, which will come in handy with the direction James Gunn has planned for the DCU.

Gunn announced that a Paradise Lost Wonder Woman prequel series will debut before Diana returns to the big screen. This series will chronicle the Amazons of Themyscira years before Wonder Woman’s birth, with politics (like the ones in Game of Thrones) playing a big role, and these political exploits should continue after Wonder Woman’s introduction. Debicki’s turn as Diana, Princess of Wales, in The Crown is a perfect fit. And if this happens, Debicki will have portrayed Princess Diana and Wonder Woman’s alter-ego, Diana Prince. Fun!

The Flash: Elliot Page

I’ve seen fan-castings of Elliot Page as The Flash, and I’m on board. Have you seen him? He’s cut. And Hollywood tends to cast people with slighter frames to portray The Flash, so I can see it. A Page turn (lol) as the Crimson Speedster would give him a clean break from his previous work as Kitty Pryde in the X-Men movie franchise. There have been multiple people to don The Flash costume, so it doesn’t matter that Page is older than many other main cast members. I could also see Grant Gustin (who portrayed The Flash in the Arrowverse) reprise the role.

Green Lantern/Hal Jordan: Kyle Chandler

This is another DCU role I won’t have to fan-cast. James Gunn has confirmed Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan in the upcoming Lanterns Max series. Chandler is best known as Eric Taylor in Friday Night Lights. He has an impressive resume and should give depth to an older Hal Jordan. The DCU could have Jordan’s Green Lantern train a younger John Stewart, who will also be featured in Lanterns. Gunn cast Chandler’s younger co-star from Friday Night Lights, Aaron Pierre to play John Stewart.

Yes! We’re getting two Green Lanterns in what should be an interstellar buddy cop show, Lanterns. Throw in Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner, and we have a party.

Aquaman: Ryan Murphy

Jason Momoa’s inclusion in the DCU confused me. At first, I thought Momoa would continue as Aquaman, but surprise, he’s playing Lobo. Honestly, Momoa makes a better Lobo than Aquaman. Instead of casting another acting veteran, I’m going with former Olympic swimmer Ryan Murphy. Decades ago, it was a tradition to cast a swimmer as Tarzan. Wouldn’t a professional swimmer make more sense as Aquaman? I don’t know if Ryan Murphy has any desire to act, but Murphy has the look for Arthur Curry.

Martian Manhunter: Sterling K. Brown

If Aaron Pierre wasn’t already cast as a young John Stewart (Green Lantern), I would’ve gone with Sterling K. Brown. Since John Stewart is off the table, I’m casting Sterling K. Brown (This Is Us) as Mars’s last son. Martian Manhunter has an origin akin to Superman’s, but his storyline is far more tragic; he watched his people die. The DCU will need an actor who can portray the trauma associated with Martian Manhunter’s origin. Brown would give the role some much-needed depth and gravitas.

Justice League Opponents

This next section will cover a handful of enemies the Justice League could face in their first few outings. We’re years away from knowing any details, so we’ll be throwing several things against this metaphorical wall. Which one of these castings do you hope sticks?

Darkseid: Christopher Judge

Known for his role as Kratos in the God of War video games, Christopher Judge has the perfect voice to portray Darkseid. Let’s face it. Darkseid will be mostly CGI, so whoever lends their voice to Darkseid matters most, but Judge also happens to be a former American Football player, so he could easily pull off a live-action Darkseid if needed. Judge has also done several voice-overs for Marvel characters, most notably Magneto in X-Men Evolution and in some video games, so he’s due for a DC Comics role. He has the presence for Darkseid.

Vandal Savage: Khary Payton

This is where I went rogue. I didn’t go with any of the casting rumors (Dave Bautista who portrayed Drax in Guardians of the Galaxy) or fan castings (Keanu Reeves or Johnny Depp). Khary Payton is a DC Animated Universe voice acting legend. He’s given Cyborg his voice for decades (Teen Titans and Teen Titans Go), but Payton’s resume doesn’t stop there: Aqualad, Brick, Robotman, Black Manta, and Black Lightning are a few other notable roles. Payton is so ubiquitous in the DC Animated Universe that he’s even portrayed himself. Ironically, Vandal Savage is one of the few DC Comics roles he hasn’t yet portrayed, but Payton has the talent, and we need to see him in more live-action roles besides Ezekiel in The Walking Dead.

Similarly, Vandal Savage is criminally underused in live-action DC Comics media. Payton has the range to bring a man who’s over 50,000 years old to life. Savage has also been known to disguise his voice. What better actor to take on a role like that than one who’s voiced almost every character in the DC Universe?

Ultra-Humanite: Dave Bautista

Dave Bautista is confirmed to portray a major DCU character. It isn’t confirmed who he’ll play. While many people think he may play Vandal Savage, I’d rather see Bautista as Ultra-Humanite. First, James Gunn teased Bautista’s inclusion in the DCU during promotion for Superman, which makes me think Bautista’s character will have a connection to the Man of Steel; Ultra-Humanite was the first super-powered villain Superman ever faced and has a professional rivalry with Lex Luthor. Second, Bautista doesn’t want to bulk up for roles anymore. Ultra-Humanite’s look will most likely happen with motion capture.

The guy pictured above and to the left was Ultra-Humanite before the failed science experiment transformed him into a monstrosity. Bautista even looks the part of a pre-accident Ultra-Humanite. I hope we see Ultra-Humanite in upcoming DCU movies. Despite being comics’ first super-powered villains, Ultra-Humanite is seldom seen in live-action projects.

Brainiac: Michael Emerson

Michael Emerson (Lost, Person of Interest) recently voiced Brainiac in the second season of Adult Swim’s My Adventures With Superman. Emerson’s turn as Brainiac differs from most others. Sure, he triggered Krypton’s demise after peace talks (between warring factions) began, and that tracks for the villain. But Emerson’s Brainiac takes villainy further by recovering Kara Zor-El (Supergirl and Superman’s cousin) and brainwashing her into believing she’s his daughter. Brainiac and Kara destroy entire worlds that refuse to comply with the killer android’s vision of perfection.

Emerson provides a captivating vocal performance, one with the calm and intelligence one would expect from Brainiac, but this slowly fades. Emerson’s Brainiac becomes unhinged and more emotional as his desire for perfection and compliance are disrupted by Superman and Supergirl (after she breaks free of Brainiac’s control). I’d love to see Emerson’s big screen portrayal of Brainiac, a role he was destined to play.

Lex Luthor: Nicholas Hoult

James Gunn threw me another bone for this one. Again, while writing this post, I have no idea what kind of performance Nicholas Hoult gave in Superman. You’ll have to read Geekly’s review to see our thoughts. But months prior to watching Superman, I’m excited to see Hoult’s portrayal of Lex. Hoult has a varied resume. He broke out in the brilliant BBC teen drama Skins in 2007. I liked him in the title role of Renfield, proving he has comedic chops, and Hoult has experience in comic book movies as Beast in the X-Men prequel movies.

The Joker: Crispin Glover

Truth time. I placed the Joker at the end of my list because the character could use a break from live-action movies. We’ve had five actors portray the Joker in live-action projects during the past seventeen years. The Joker makes eight appearances in movies during that same time frame. That’s a new Joker every three years, and the Joker has made an appearance in a live-action project every other year for almost two decades. Yowza!

That said, James Gunn has already announced that a new Joker will appear in the upcoming The Brave and The Bold movie. This movie could play akin to an anthology film, and Gunn prefers an older actor to portray the Joker. Crispin Glover is my pick for this role. First, he looks the part. Second, he has the acting chops and experience to pull off a layered Joker. Third, Glover is known for his unorthodox and sinister comedic roles. That sounds like a perfect Joker to me.

If the DCU were to go with a younger actor to portray the Joker, I’d pick Macaulay Culkin. Culkin hasn’t done much acting outside of voice work recently, but the roles he’s taken are bizarre to the point where they’re unhinged, and he’s known for his comedic timing. Culkin could make an interesting Joker.

That’s all I have. I’ll hand this post over to Skye and see what she has in store.

Skye’s Picks

Hello, Geekly Gang! I’m back again, this time to discuss my casting choices for the DC Universe. It’s taken a while for the DC film crew to find their footing, but lately they seem to be on the right track. Because of that, many folks are wondering who might portray future DC Comics characters. Kyra Kyle has already offered their excellent choices for cast members, and I’m searching Hollywood’s past and present for my DC Universe casting choices. 😉

Superman: Henry Fonda (Posthumously)

Henry Fonda would’ve been a great choice for Kal-El. It’s a shame he wasn’t able to play the role while he was still with us. Rest in peace. Henry Fonda often fought for truth, justice, and the American way in his movies. Just look at the classic, 12 Angry Men. While he doesn’t have the body type for Superman, Fonda has the character, and Christopher Reeve flew into our hearts in the original Superman film series despite not having an overly muscular frame, so it’s not entirely unbelievable. Also, Henry Fonda was from Nebraska, and it borders Kansas. Case closed. JK

Batman: Michael Keaton

It’s hard for me to let Keaton go, even all these years later. I shouldn’t have to defend this choice. To clarify, I’m casting young Michael Keaton in this role. If it were possible to travel back in time to cast 1989 Michael Keaton in this role, I would. No disrespect to the current Michael Keaton; time has a huge impact on people. While it was novel seeing him reprise his role in The Flash, the time gap between The Flash and Batman Returns took a toll on his performance. Now all I need is a time machine.

Wonder Woman: Audrey Hepburn (Posthumously)

Yes, Aubrey Hepburn as Wonder Woman is another impossible choice, but it’s still fun to imagine. Even if you’re unfamiliar with her work, you’ve at least heard the name “Audrey Hepburn.” She was easily one of the most beloved actresses in Hollywood in her time, and if comic book films were as popular then as they are now, she surely would’ve been cast as Wonder Woman. Not only did she have unparalleled on-screen charisma, but her dedication to her craft meant that she would’ve had the chops to pull it off, too.

The Flash: Grant Gustin

Snap back to reality. Oh, there goes gravity. Anyway, we’re back in the realm of possibility with Grant Gustin portraying The Flash. I was stuck for a while with casting The Flash unil I remembered Grant Gustin. I loved Gustin’s portrayal of The Flash in the Arrowverse. No one else could pull it off in my eyes. Now we’ve come full circle. Grant Gustin isn’t the only one who could play The Flash in the DCU, but he is the one I’d most like to see. Grant Gustin as The Flash could also be a nice way to tie up loose ends.

Green Lantern (Hal Jordan): Ryan Reynolds

Hear me out. Yes, I remember the 2011 Green Lantern. I saw it. Unfortunately. Ryan Reynolds returning to the role today could explore a lot. Not only has Reynolds proven that he has respect for comics, given his successful Deadpool film series, but Reynolds’ return to the Hal Jordan role would right a past wrong. James Gunn did a similar thing with 2021’s The Suicide Squad. Why not give him the chance with Ryan Reynolds’ Green Lantern? It could also be another opportunity for Reynolds to take the piss out of the 2011 movie. It’ll never not be funny.

Aquaman: Michael Clarke Duncan (Posthumously)

I had some difficulty casting Aquaman, too. The DCU shocked me when Jason Momoa was announced as Lobo. So many people had fallen in love with Momoa as Aquaman. I haven’t seen a movie studio recast an actor audiences loved as one character to a different character within the same universe. After some thought, I decided to give another actor in a disappointing comic book film a second chance. Michael Clarke Duncan did a good job as Kingpin in 2003’s Daredevil. Duncan was an amazing actor. I would’ve liked to see his portrayal of the Prince of Atlantis.

Martian Manhunter: Sidney Poitier (Posthumously)

Sidney Poitier is another prolific character actor who could’ve knocked his performance out of the park. As of this writing, I have yet to see a proper Martian Manhunter portrayed on the big screen. If the legendary Sidney Poitier was still with us, I would be lined up outside the door for a week. Across his nearly 60-year career, Poitier has given us several complex and layered performances, which is exactly what I would want for a character like J’onn J’onzz. To introduce a lesser-known character for movie-goers in a film, you gotta swing big. As we’ve seen with Mr. Terrific in Superman 2025, all you need is the right person for the role.

Darkseid: James Earl Jones (Posthumously)

James Earl Jones’s passing was recent, so it still kinda hurts. If he were here to give us Darkseid, James Earl Jones would’ve defined the character for generations of film and comic lovers, especially if the DC Universe built up the battle with Darkseid like Marvel did with Thanos. James Earl Jones as Darkseid would’ve been DC fans’ cinematic vindication. You don’t need to be a film buff to know Jones’s portrayal of iconic characters like Darth Vader and Mufasa. His role as Darth Vader specifically would’ve made him a shoo-in for Darkseid. Rest in Peace, legend.

Vandal Savage: Henry Cavill

Henry Cavill has experience acting in DC films. Since the DCU recast of Jason Momoa as Lobo, Henry Cavill as Vandal Savage wouldn’t be too big of a stretch. Cavill wants to branch out with his roles; Vandal Savage could theoretically work. He’s had time to show off his chops as Geralt from The Witcher series and has shown his dedication to the craft by criticizing the writers of the show for their lack of authenticity. Since we’re starting fresh, and with Cavill’s interest in playing Wolverine, Vandal Savage could be a great way to introduce a villainous Henry Cavill.

Ultra-Humanite: Tobin Bell

Tobin Bell (Jigsaw from the Saw series) as Ultra-Humanite might be out of left field. Yes is it. Even for me, Bell as Ultra-Humanite is kinda random. When the DCU introduces Ultra-Humanite in gorilla form, he’ll obviously be CGI. You could have a physical actor do motion capture with the voice actor in a recording booth. Bell’s distinctive voice could be distracting to some, but you can’t deny that he’s had decades of experience being a criminal mastermind. Bell’s demeanor would make a diabolical Ultra-Humanite. Who wants to play a game?

Brainiac: Colin Firth

Brainiac is an unfeeling extra-terrestrial obsessed only with observation and research at the expense of all life. Yeah, that’s Colin Firth all over. Firth hasn’t played a character quite like Brainiac yet, but I believe his filmography is proof enough that he could pull it off. Over the years, Firth has given us several different villains with unique motivations and complex histories. By jumping into this comic film role, he could get back into the public eye and remind us of true evil. I don’t think movie-goers are ready for this Brainiac.

Lex Luthor: George Clooney

DC has already chosen someone to play Lex Luthor. While Nicholas Hoult’s portrayal of the character was good (not perfect), George Clooney’s Lex Luthor could be a game-changer. Clooney in a DCU role is another acting second chance; he absolutely deserves one. After going down in comic infamy for his role in Batman and Robin, Clooney’s cool and calculating personality would be a great match for Luthor. He’s got the intellect, business-type attitude, and calculating demeanor. Clooney’s just gotta shave his head. That’s not too much to ask. Right?

The Joker: Tim Curry

I saved the best for last. Not just that, but I’m hoping DC takes its time deciding who they want to portray The Joker. I certainly did. What’s important about The Joker is that he’s the character who can make or break a film. If you don’t get The Joker right, you’re probably Jared Leto. The kind of Joker you cast plays a huge part in determining a movie’s tone. Why Tim Curry? First, he’s one of those actors who immediately make every film better. Second, Tim Curry has been practicing for The Joker role his entire career. Third, to see that realized on the big screen would be awesome. Take your time, though, DCU. We’re not desperate for a Joker right now.

Hey, hey! Kyra Kyle again. Those are our picks for certain DCU roles. Who would you cast in these roles? Which roles should we cast next? Let us know in the comments. Thank you for reading, and wherever you are, I hope you’re having a great day.

Geekly Casting: X-Men in the MCU

Published on April 25, 2025April 25, 2025 by Kyra19 Comments

Another day, another new series for JK Geekly. The X-Men will feature in the MCU’s upcoming Mutant Saga, so we’ll be discussing who could play Marvel’s mutants during this MCU Phase.

Hey, hey! Kyra Kyle here. The Geekly Gang will divide duties here with the discussion. Since Skye is our resident movie geek, she’ll cast her favorite actors for each role. I have an interesting job this week. Geekly Casting is an idea that came from one of our site’s commenters, Harper Ross. Thank you, Harper. I’ll discuss the picks Harper Ross suggests for Marvel’s Merry Mutants. Thank you again, Harper Ross.

Harper Ross’s Picks | Kyra’s Commentary

Thank you again, Harper Ross. Keep the cast suggestions coming.

I’ll preface all these lists (not just Harper Ross’s) by saying that I prefer actors who haven’t yet had their big breaks in blockbuster roles. This probably stems from watching Christopher Reeve as Superman. But we’ll most likely get more established names in these lists because actors who haven’t yet had their big break are unknown. Without further ado, let’s get to the X-Men cast.

Scott Summers/Cyclops: Sam Nivola

Yowza! Harper Ross has some great picks for potential MCU X-Men actors. Sam Nivola is on the young side, but I think that works, considering who Harper has to portray Jean Grey. Let’s face it. Whoever plays Scott Summers/Cyclops will most likely commit to ten or so films. The Summers family could and should be at the center of a Mutant Saga. While the Fox X-Men films had fun moments, the biggest shortcoming was how they treated Scott. Casting Sam Nivola in the role and giving him more to work with than James Marsden’s Cyclops will go a long way to make Cyclops cool again. I haven’t seen season three of White Lotus yet, but I’ve heard Nivola gives an amazing performance.

Jean Grey: Rhea Norwood

I love Harper Ross’s choices. Rhea Norwood is building a name for herself in Heartstopper as Imogen Heaney. She made her theater debut at London’s Playhouse Theatre as Sally Bowles in Cabaret last year. I like it when an actor is a triple threat (singing, dancing, and acting). One must be all three to portray Sally Bowles. Our next entry will continue this trend. And I like that Rhea Norwood would portray a younger Jean Grey. She, along with Nivola, could anchor the X-Men movies for a long time.

Other actors who Harper suggested include: Phoebe Dynevor, Eve Hewson, Grace Van Dien, Katherine Langford, Madelyn Cline, Sophie Thatcher, Josephine Langford, Imogen Waterhouse, Hannah Dodd, Emma Mackey, Lucy Doynton, Emma Laird, Kristine Froseth, Freya Allan, and Meg Bellamy

Wolverine: Taron Egerton

Taron Egerton has been in a lot of rumors to portray Wolverine. He’s on my personal shortlist to play the character, too. Like Hugh Jackman, Egerton is a triple threat. He can sing, dance, and act. I loved him in Rocket Man (the Elton John biopic), and he has a history of action films. Heck, he has experience portraying a comic book character in The Kingsman. Unlike Jackman, Egerton is closer to Wolverine’s canonical height. It’ll be difficult to find an actor who’s under five feet tall. At five feet, nine inches, Egerton is considerably shorter than the six-foot-tall Jackman. Egerton is also young enough to play Wolverine for a couple of decades.

Storm: Masali Baduza

Yes! Masali Baduza fits the bill of an actor who’s been close to breaking out and hasn’t yet done so. She had a significant role (Fumbe) in the great film The Woman King and guest-starred in a few Bridgerton episodes. Baduza has the acting presence for Ororo/Storm. She can play the role for a lengthy period, and she’s shown range, specifically when it comes to period-pieces. Storm should cross between the X-Men and Black Panther franchises. Whoever portrays Storm should be able to adapt. Baduza has proven she has that range.

Other actors who Harper suggested include: Denee Benton, Sophie Wilde, Kiki Layne

Rogue: Mikey Madison

Make no mistake. Mikey Madison is a phenomenal actor. Her breakout role in Anora netted her a BAFTA and an Academy Award for Best Actress. She’s the first Generation Z actor to have earned either award. Because she’s Gen Z, she’s young. She’d make a fantastic Rogue, but I’d like an older actor as Rogue. I noticed that Harper didn’t mention an actor to portray Gambit; that could mean that Channing Tatum will reprise his role. Tatum is eighteen years older than Madison. Furthermore, I like the idea X-Men ’97 explored last year of a Gambit-Rogue-Magneto love triangle. Rogue may have to be closer in age to Magneto for this love triangle to make it to the big screen.

I love Madison as an actor. She’d be amazing as Rogue. But if she were to take on the role, Marvel may need to age down Gambit and possibly Magneto.

Kwannon/Psylocke: Anna Sawai

I have heard nothing but great things about FX/Hulu’s Shōgun series, and from what I’ve heard, Anna Sawai is brilliant. Clearly, she has the gravitas to pull off Kwannon/Psylocke. The name Psylocke is better known in Marvel Comics, and the MCU could go in the direction of Betsy Braddock’s consciousness inside Kwannon’s body, but I like Harper’s idea of casting Kwannon, sans Psylocke. While Psylocke physically showed up in an X-Men movie or two, Kwannon has yet to be explored.

Jubilee: Kiawentiio

Kiawentiio aligns with my thoughts on an actor who hasn’t yet had their break. Another great pick, Harper. I also like that she’s Native American (Mohawk Wolf Clan specifically). The only sticky point I can see is that Kiawentiio voiced Whata in the season two episode of What If “What If… Kahhori Reshaped the World?.” Usually, Marvel doesn’t mind if an actor voices a different character in an animated feature than the one they portray in live-action. Kiawentiio could portray Jubilee. But Marvel could also bring Whata into the mainline MCU.

Sage: Marion Cotillard

Marion Cotillard’s Talia Al Ghul in The Dark Knight Rises left a lot to be desired, but the fault lies more with how the Nolan brothers struggled to develop her character. Marvel Comics’ Sage shares some similarities with Talia. There’s a chance for a double-cross or two. So long as Cotillard has the screen time and a good script, she can easily pull off Sage. You know what, she’d kill as Sage. Make that happen.

Professor X: Daniel Day-Lewis

Ah! I’d love to see Daniel Day-Lewis as either Professor X or Magneto. He could pull off either role. Unfortunately, Day-Lewis has retired from acting. I don’t know if an MCU role would coax him out of retirement. Knowing Daniel Day-Lewis, he’s probably in some exotic corner of the world learning a niche skill. I do agree with Harper that Day-Lewis would be amazing as Professor X.

Lilandra Neramani: Michelle Monaghan

I know a lot about Michelle Monaghan’s work (she’s featured in the Mission: Impossible series), but I’ll admit that I haven’t watched too many of her more prominent roles. Monaghan is one of those actors I’ve seen in plenty of TV shows and movies. She’s a consummate character (True Detective, The Path, and The White Lotus) and could easily take on Professor X’s main squeeze Lilandra.

Magneto: Ralph Fiennes

Fiennes is another great choice to portray Magneto. Fortunately, he’s very much active. He’ll star in the follow-up to 28 Days Later, 28 Years Later in 2025. He was also excellent in the Netflix adaptation of Roald Dahl’s short stories: The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Three More. Fiennes has the acting chops to pull off Magneto. It also helps that he’s a similar age to Day-Lewis.

Mystique/Raven Darkholme: Rosamund Pike

I see the vision here. Rosamund Pike could portray a Mystique with a focus on espionage. The Fox X-Men series’ Raven Darkholme dabbled with infiltration but never committed. While I think Jennifer Laurence could reprise the role (and there are some rumors that she could), Rosamund Pike has taken on plenty of layered roles like Gone Girl and I Care a Lot. I’d like to see Pike’s take on the character. Great pick.

Emma Frost (White Queen): Samara Weaving

I like Harper’s call of Samara Weaving playing Emma Frost. First off, she looks the part. Emma Frost has a distinct look that comic fans expect to see. Secondly, Weaving has been involved in a ton of great and award-winning ensemble casts. She’s an actor’s actor. She’s able to fit into just about any cast, and she’s ready to break out. Emma Frost could be that breakout role for Weaving. I also like that Weaving and the actor who Harper suggested should portray the Black Queen (next on this list) have an age difference, but it isn’t as significant as one might think. Weaving should be capable of holding her own while also showing the White Queen to be the upstart to a more established Black Queen.

Selene Gallio (Black Queen): Demi Moore

Demi Moore has had a career resurgence with the body horror flick The Substance. She showed a vulnerability to the role that gave The Substance weight and parodied her former image as a Hollywood star. Oddly, Selene Gallio could continue that trend. Forever in the White Queen’s (Emma Frost’s) shadow, Moore could grant the role of Gallio some much-needed nuance.

Mystique/Raven Darkholme: Rosamund Pike

That’s all we have from Harper Ross in terms of MCU X-Men roles. This is by no means the only casting thoughts we received. We’re well on our way to an Inhumans and Alpha Flight movie/show for next month. Thanks again for submitting your thoughts, Harper.

Skye has made some fan castings of her own. She insists that she has a surprise or two. I can’t wait to see what she has in store.

Skye’s Picks

Thanks again to Harper Ross for suggesting this post. I hadn’t thought about this topic much until you brought it up. Ever since the release of the MCU, I’ve been wondering when the X-Men will show up in the MCU. I don’t watch movies for specific actors, but there are some actors I think would be great fits.

To clarify, these are actors I’d like to see. Just for fun, I will include actors who have passed away. Bottom line: if I think an actor would’ve been a good fit, I’mma mention it. Cool? Cool.

Wolverine: Charlton Heston (Posthumously)

Whaddya know? I’m starting off with an actor who’s passed. Don’t you tell me who I can and can’t pick. Rewatching both The Ten Commandments and Ben-Hur for my Christian films post made me think, “Wow, Charlton Heston was shredded back in the day.” That aside, not only did Heston have the physique for Wolverine, his acting would’ve been a great match. Charlton Heston has had plenty of experience with characters with tragic and complex backgrounds like Wolverine. He’s got the looks, the personality, and the beard. Nuff said, bub.

Professor X: Morgan Freeman

Morgan Freeman may not be English (like Patrick Stewart or James McAvoy), but personality-wise, he’s spot-on for Professor X. Morgan Freeman hasn’t made it to the MCU yet. That has to change! If y’all have ever seen a Morgan Freeman movie before, you probably know how much he exudes Professor X energy.

This shouldn’t be a choice I have to defend. Come on, y’all. You see it, right?

Cyclops: Tye Sheridan

Tye Sheridan has played Cyclops before, but I’d like to see him again. He deserves a second chance after a less-than-stellar performance as Cyclops. He and James Marsden in the original X-Men film series didn’t have great scripts that represented their acting ability. I decided to go with Tye Sheridan due to his age. While I believe James Marsden could’ve done better as Cyclops the second time, he’s already in his 50s. If Marvel intends to keep the love triangle with him, Wolverine and Jean Grey, it’d be hard to do if Cyclops was already over 50. Tye Sheridan could be a great Cyclops if he had a better script.

Jean Grey: Elle Fanning

Elle Fanning would be a good fit since I expect Marvel to keep the love triangle (Jean Grey-Cyclops-Wolverine) going. While Fanning wouldn’t be most folks’ first choice, she has potential. She’s played several innocent and loving characters, which could translate to a proper cinematic Jean Grey. Previous Jeans have flubbed this aspect. All of them were setting up The Phoenix first before trying to get a good Jean Grey. If you want a good Phoenix, you must get a good Jean Grey. Because of that, Elle Fanning could be sympathetic, realistic, and relatable.

Storm: Viola Davis

I shouldn’t have to defend Viola Davis as Storm. If you’re familiar with Viola Davis, you know what I mean. After her amazing performance in The Woman King, it’s hard to see anyone else filling the role of Ororo Munroe with as much passion, confidence, and leadership. Honestly, my first choice was Danai Gurira, but she’s preoccupied playing Okoye in the MCU. Viola Davis is by no means a downgrade.

What more can I say? Fight me! …Please don’t.

Gambit: Channing Tatum

After Channing Tatum’s performance as Gambit in Deadpool and Wolverine, it’s hard for me to imagine anyone else portraying Gambit in the MCU. He wasn’t the best Gambit I’ve ever seen, but he’s the most authentic in a film. You know what, no, Channing Tatum is the best Gambit I’ve ever seen. What am I basing that on anyway? X-Men Origins: Wolverine? I hate that I said that. I’m sorry for reminding you that X-Men Origins: Wolverine exists.

Rogue: Debbie Reynolds (Posthumously)

We have another actor who’s passed. I’ve wanted an authentic Rogue in film. Debbie Reynolds is a classic film alumna. She’s gone through several film roles and character personality types, has a strong resemblance to Rogue in comics, and is all around cool. I could easily imagine Debbie Reynolds as the take-charge, no-nonsense, badass Rogue from both the comics and the original X-Men Animated Series.

Beast: Kelsey Grammer

I’ve adored Kelsey Grammer as Beast since X-Men: The Last Stand. From minute one, I felt less like he was an actor playing a role and like Beast come to life. Despite the other issues with X-Men: The Last Stand, Beast was the one element they nailed.

I love it when the MCU pays homage to what came before. As Marvel changes, it’s important to remember where it began, for better and worse. Sorry, I got philosophical there for no reason. Where was I? Oh yeah, Kelsey Grammer would be a great Beast.

Magneto: Denzel Washington

Denzel Washington’s Magneto would be a great contrast to Morgan Freeman’s Professor X. I’ve learned (from Geekly News) that the MCU may be considering Denzel Washington for the part of Magneto. If this is the case, that’s absolutely genius.

Not only does Denzel Washington have experience with dark, conflicted roles, but Magneto’s personality was originally based on Malcolm X. This is too perfect because Denzel Washington has already portrayed Malcolm X. The idea that this could come around full circle is too much for me to resist.

Emma Frost: Samara Weaving

Harper, you nailed this one. I’m familiar with Samara Weaving from her role in Ready or Not, so I know she can be elegant, selfish, powerful, and intimidating. After seeing your suggestion, I can’t imagine any other actress in this role. Thanks again for your suggestions, Harper. I hope Marvel is listening.

Mr. Sinister: Robert Pattinson

Considering Robert Pattinson’s increasingly dark film roles, he could pull off Mister Sinister. Since his Twilight days, Pattinson has scored some solid film roles: The Lighthouse and The Batman. Pattinson has lent himself to suspenseful and dark themes. Enter Mister Sinister. First, there’s never been a cinematic Mr. Sinister. That needs to change. Second, if that does happen, make him like a horror movie monster. That would be memorable and unique to his character. Given those requirements, Robert Pattinson’s career turnaround is dying for this surefire blockbuster hit.

Juggernaut: John Cena

This is less what I want, and more what I’ve accepted modern Hollywood will likely do. What’s the deal with John Cena? Why is he in so many movies now? Maybe I should be asking the same question about The Rock, but I don’t want to give Marvel any more ideas. For whatever reason, Hollywood has started putting Cena in everything. With Marvel, I feel like it’s only a matter of time.

Hey, hey! Kyra Kyle again. Those were some interesting picks, Skye. You may have given Marvel more than one idea. Since you mentioned Charlton Heston and Debbie Reynolds, I expect Marvel to superimpose their faces on other actors’ bodies, Rogue One style. Samara Weaving may have competition with Marilyn Monroe. Real soon, we’re going to see Marilyn in everything.

JK…I hope. Thank you again, Harper. Keep the casting ideas flowing, and if anyone else wants to participate, join the party in the comments. Thank you for reading, and wherever you are, I hope you’re having a great day.