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Not every histrion in theMarvel Cinematic Universeended up dally their favourite role , and many have since break which character they had always dreamed of playing . The MCU feature an impressive and adept - dot cast that has land darling Marvel heroes to life for X , often fulfilling Marvel lector ’ dreams of seeing their favorite superhero brought to lifespan . However , some centralMCU frame membershave explicitly note that their dream was to make for a different fibre .

Many MCU actors have commented on how much they get it on playing their characters and how it was a dream come genuine . Tom Holland is a noteworthy example of an actor who has loved his character ever since he was a young baby and was overjoyed to play Spider - Man inthe MCU timeline . Others , like Robert Downey Jr. , personify their fictional character so efficaciously , that they have been celebrated as deport the quintessential rendering of the character , appear in the verybest MCU movies .

Between Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures Entertainment , here is every coming Marvel movie release date and what we sleep with about the task so far .

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10Donald Glover - Aaron Davis (Spider-Man: Homecoming)

Who He Wanted To Play: Spider-Man

Donald Glover service asthe original stirring for Miles Morales , the teenage Spider - Man . As such , whenThe Amazing Spider - Manwas in growing , Glover actively campaigned to be barf as Morales on social media and in the serial , Community . Andrew Garfield was ultimately cast , butDonald Glover ’s association with Miles Moraleshas been cement ever since . As Glover has aged out of the teenaged role , it is unlikely that he will ever play Spider - Man in live - action - though he has voiced Miles in theUltimate Spider - Mananimated serial .

Glover ’s connection to the Spider - Man population continued when he was barf as Aaron Davis , Miles Morales ’s uncle , inSpider - Man : Homecoming . In the film , Davishints at his nephew ’s existence , a nod to Miles Morales ’s potential future appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe . This casting selection delighted audiences , acknowledging Glover ’s initial campaign and his enduring association with the beloved eccentric .

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Spider - Man : Homecoming follows Peter Parker after the events of Captain America : Civil War as he pilot high school challenges and battle the emergence of a new villain , the Vulture . With mentorship from Tony Stark , Peter strive to establish himself while equilibrize his responsibleness as Spider - Man and a scholarly person .

9Pom Klementieff - Mantis (Guardians Of The Galaxy, Vol 2)

Who She Wanted To Play: An X-Men

Before Pom Klementieff became wide recognise for her office as Mantis in the MCU , she harbored a different superhero dream : to be one of the tenner - Men . Kelmentieff first appeared as Mantis in James Gunn’sGuardians of the Galaxy Vol . 2and wasa lynchpin character in the franchise untilGuardians of the Galaxy Vol . 3concluded several character arcs . Klementieff discussed work with Gunn at the Ace Superhero Comic Con ( viaCinema Blend ) , state :

" For me it was astonishing to bring with James Gunn , it was always my dream to be an tenner - gentleman or part of a Marvel movie . Then , I saw the first Guardians of the Galaxy , and it became my first Marvel motion-picture show ever . Then , I got throw away in the 2d one . I feel so lucky . "

Although she did not become a member of the X - Men , Klementieff ’s dream of acting in a Marvel movie surely did come true . Klementieff ’s performance of Mantis was captivating and offereda thrilling and active update on the definitive Marvel Comics reference . While Klementieff would have flourish as one of Marvel ’s variation , her Mantis was staggeringly beguile , endearing audiences with her aristocratic yet unnerving presence .

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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol . 2 continues the adventures of Peter Quill and his eclectic gang as they pilot complex fellowship dynamics and revelations about Quill ’s mysterious heritage . Set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe , the film explores themes of menage and identity element against a backcloth of intergalactic escapade .

8Ben Mendelsohn - Talos (Captain Marvel)

Who He Wanted To Play: Doctor Doom

In several interviews after completing Talos ’s discharge in the MCU , Ben Mendelsohn has been emphatic about his desire to meet Doctor Doom . Mendelsohn has talk at length about his interest in Doom ’s complex and tragic motivations and evenrailed against the Fantastic Four in truthful supervillain mode . While perhaps not as physically intimidating as one might expect for the MCU ’s Doctor Doom , Mendellsohn ’s power to limn nuanced and damaged quality would swear out him well in portraying the highly hoped-for scoundrel .

7Wesley Snipes - Blade (Blade Trilogy)

Who He Wanted to Play: Black Panther

Before Wesley Snipes became synonymous with the character Blade , he had his sights sic on playing Black Panther . In the former 1990s , Snipes lead off pushing for aBlack Panthermovie , noting his desire to explore the hero ’s deep ethnical heritage and story as a black superhero . Despite his efforts , various obstacles , admit handwriting issues and technological limitations , stalledWesley Snipe’sBlack Pantherproject .

However , Snipes ’ ambitiousness to bring a black superhero to the big CRT screen did not go unrealised . In 1998 , he was cast as Blade , Marvel ’s half - vampire hero . Bladebecameone of the most influential comic book moving-picture show ever , spawning two sequels and build several essential superhero movie trope . While the MCU is rebooting the character , Wesley Snipe ’s performance as Blade was so quintessential thatSnipe ’s Blade is rumored to be joining the MCUas an senior variant of the character .

Blade is a 1998 film featuring Wesley Snipes as the nominal character , who is a half - vampire , half - human lamia hunter . The story revolves around Blade ’s mission to protect man from a secret lamia society that imperil to destroy the world .

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6Chris Evans - Captain America (Captain America: The First Avenger)

Chris Evans was celebrated for his iconic portrayal of Captain America in the MCU , embodying the character ’s valorousness , wholeness , and resiliency . However , Evans ’ childhood hero was n’t the famed first Avenger , but rather Spider - Man . After leaving the mighty cinematic franchise , Evans discussed his love for Marvel ’s Spider - Manand notice that he would have loved to toy Peter Parker in aSpider - Manmovie .

Chris Evans revealed in an consultation that he was keen to play Spider - Man ’s wall - crawling and urban acrobatics – presumably during Tobey Maguire ’s era . However , Evans had pregnant reservation about the Spider - Man suit . Evans is claustrophobic and wasconcerned about wearing the mask and the figure - fitting , full - consistence costumethat the role requires . While he did n’t get to play his puerility Italian sandwich , Evans noted that he was very satisfied playing Captain America , and even preferred his costume .

Captain America : The First Avenger follows Steve Rogers , a frail man from Brooklyn transformed into the super - soldier Captain America during World War II . As he help the state of war effort , Rogers confronts Red Skull , who seeks world supremacy through a powerful twist for a villainous establishment .

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5Anthony Mackie - Sam Wilson (Captain America: The Winter Soldier)

Anthony Mackie has let out that before being cast as Sam Wilson in the MCU , he was actively trying to play the franchise ’s Black Panther . In an consultation withInverse , Mackie talk about howfervently he petition Marvel to produce aBlack Panthermovie , with him in the lead role . Mackie even claimed to have written letters to Marvel producer quest the motion picture and the purpose .

Marvel finally decide that Mackie was better suited to diddle the MCU ’s Sam Wilson , aka Falcon , forCaptain America : The Winter Soldier . This function has since flourish into one of the enfranchisement ’s main persona , come along in eachAvengersmovie and ultimately becoming the next Captain America in theMCU’sCaptain America : Brave New World . As one of the most rife cast members , andboasting one of the most meaning character arcs , it would seem Marvel made the correct conclusion .

4John Krasinski - Mr Fantastic (Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness)

Who He Wanted To Play: Captain America

John Krasinski harbor ambitions of playing Captain America in the MCU , even making the shortlist alongside Chris Evans . During the casting process forCaptain America : The First Avenger , Krasinski try out andeven try on the iconic wooing . The prospect of embodying the quintessential American hero was thrilling for him . However , despite his initial enthusiasm , Krasinski ultimately adjudicate not to pursue the role further , often joking that he wasintimidated by Chris Hemsworth ’s enormous frame .

Krasinski ’s Marvel journey , however , did not cease there . In 2022 , he made a surprising and much - celebrated appearance as a variant of Mister Fantastic , the leader of the Fantastic Four , inDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness . This cameo delighted interview who haverepeatedly voted for Krasinski as the dream casting for Reed Richards . Krasinski will not be reprising the role in the MCU’sThe Fantastic Fourbut has stated he is open to returning to the franchise in the time to come .

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness follow Doctor Strange as he navigates diverse and perilous alternating world in the Multiverse with the assistance of mystical ally . Directed by Sam Raimi , this installation of the Marvel Cinematic Universe introduce a deep fresh opposer .

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Spider-Man: Homecoming follows Peter Parker after the events of Captain America: Civil War as he navigates high school challenges and battles the emergence of a new villain, the Vulture. With mentorship from Tony Stark, Peter strives to prove himself while balancing his responsibilities as Spider-Man and a student.

3Angela Bassett - Queen Ramonda (Black Panther)

Who She Wanted To Play: Storm

In the 1980s , acclaim actress Angela Bassett was a top contender to play Storm in a plannedX - Menmovie by manager James Cameron . This project , however , was at long last shelved . Bassett ’s commanding presence and powerful deliverywould have made her an ideal fit for tempest , capturing the grandeur and strength remindful of the character ’s portrayal inX - Men : The Animated Series . Her ability to substantiate both authority and empathy would have brought the conditions - operate sport to liveliness very efficaciously .

decennary later , Bassett join the MCU as Queen Ramonda inBlack Panther . Her portrayal of the Wakandan queen was both majestic and deeply emotive , earning her widespread acclaim . In 2022 , Bassett ’s performancein Black Panther : Wakanda Forevergarnered her an Academy Award nomination for Best fend for Actress , make her the first actor to have an Oscar nod for a purpose in a Marvel film .

Black Panther : Wakanda incessantly explores the efforts of Queen Ramonda , Shuri , M’Baku , Okoye , and the Dora Milaje as they strive to safeguard Wakanda from extraneous threat following King T’Challa ’s passage . collaborate with ally like War Dog Nakia and Everett Ross , they seek to shape the country ’s future .

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2Stan Lee - Watcher Informant (Iron Man)

Who He Wanted To Play: J. Jonah Jameson

Stan Lee , the fabled atomic number 27 - Jehovah of many iconic Marvel character , made memorable cameo appearance in nearly every Marvel film until his passing game . Marvel Studios later confirmed a fan possibility thatLee portray an informant for the Watchers , a race of cosmic being who honour and record significant events across the universe . This clever persistence linkedStan Lee ’s diverse cameosinto a cohesive narration yarn .

Before his iconic run of Marvel cameos , Stan Lee had dream to spiel J. Jonah Jameson , the irascible editor of the Daily Bugle , in a live - actionSpider - Manmovie . Lee actively lobbied for the role , believing his energetic and outspoken image befit Jameson dead . However , by the sentence Sam Raimi’sSpider - Manwas released in 2002 , Lee was too honest-to-goodness for the part that went to J. K. Simmons , but Lee did appear in one of his trademark cameos .

Iron Man is the first film in the long - run Marvel Cinematic Universe franchise . Robert Downey Jr. star as Tony Stark , who becomes Iron Man after he is kidnapped and discovers terrorists are using weapons developed by Stark Industries .   Gwyneth Paltrow asterisk as Tony ’s love sake Pepper Potts alongside Jon Favreau as Happy Hogan and Jeff Bridges as the villainous Obadiah Stane .

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1Giancarlo Esposito - Unknown (Captain America: Brave New World)

Who He Wanted To Play: Professor Xavier

Giancarlo Esposito , know for his trance carrying out inBreaking BadandThe Mandalorian , has been cast as avillain inCaptain America : Brave New World . This declaration has generated excitement among audience eager to seeEsposito ’s signature intensity and charismain the MCU . Esposito ’s power to portray complex and ominous characters makes him a perfect addition to the MCU ’s roster of villains , predict a memorable performance .

Interestingly , Esposito had previously expressed a strong desire toplay the X - Men ’s Professor Charles Xavier , note that he was keen to play a Italian sandwich . He envisioned bringing a new dimension to the iconic role , emphasise Xavier ’s mind and moral military capability , andsuggesting that Marvel dump the mutation ’s notable wheelchair . Esposito discussed the theatrical role in an interview onThe Tonight Show , where he showed enthusiasm for bringing the noted mutant leader to life history in theMCU ’s future .

Captain America : Brave New World ( formerly titledNew World Order)marks Sam Wilson ’s first MCU adult - screen appearance as Steve Rogers ' replacement after receiving the suit of clothes and screen in Phase 4 ’s The Falcon and the Winter Soldier . Anthony Mackie render as the titulary retaliator alongside Danny Ramirez as Joaquin Torres , Carl Lumby as Isaiah Bradley , and Tim Blake Nelson as The Incredible Hulk ’s former ally Samuel Sterns . Harrison Ford ready his MCU debut replacing the recent William Hurt as Thaddeus Ross . After forgather President Thaddeus Ross , Sam is caught in a world crisis . He must expose the brain behind a sinister game before the world descends into turmoil . Captain America : Brave New World marks the big - screen door debut of Sam Wilson as Captain America , and Harrison Ford makes his MCU debut , replacing the late William Hurt as Thaddeus Ross .

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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 continues the adventures of Peter Quill and his eclectic crew as they navigate complex family dynamics and revelations about Quill’s mysterious heritage. Set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the film explores themes of family and identity against a backdrop of intergalactic adventure.

Upcoming Marvel Movies

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Deadpool & Wolverine

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July 26 , 2024

Captain America : Brave New World

February 14 , 2025

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Thunderbolts *

May 2 , 2025

The Fantastic Four

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July 25 , 2025

Blade

November 7 , 2025

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avenger : The Kang Dynasty

May 1 , 2026

retaliator : cloak-and-dagger Wars

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May 7 , 2027

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Captain America: The First Avenger follows Steve Rogers, a frail man from Brooklyn transformed into the super-soldier Captain America during World War II. As he aids the war effort, Rogers confronts Red Skull, who seeks world domination through a powerful device for a nefarious organization.

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Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness follows Doctor Strange as he navigates diverse and perilous alternate realities in the Multiverse with the aid of mystical allies. Directed by Sam Raimi, this installment of the Marvel Cinematic Universe introduces a mysterious new adversary.

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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever explores the efforts of Queen Ramonda, Shuri, M’Baku, Okoye, and the Dora Milaje as they strive to safeguard Wakanda from external threats following King T’Challa’s passing. Collaborating with allies like War Dog Nakia and Everett Ross, they seek to shape the nation’s future.

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Iron Man is the first film in the long-running Marvel Cinematic Universe franchise. Robert Downey Jr. stars as Tony Stark, who becomes Iron Man after he is kidnapped and discovers terrorists are using weapons developed by Stark Industries. Gwyneth Paltrow stars as Tony’s love interest Pepper Potts alongside Jon Favreau as Happy Hogan and Jeff Bridges as the villainous Obadiah Stane.

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Captain America: Brave New World (formerly titledNew World Order)marks Sam Wilson’s first MCU big-screen appearance as Steve Rogers' successor after receiving the suit and shield in Phase 4’s The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Anthony Mackie returns as the titular Avenger alongside Danny Ramirez as Joaquin Torres, Carl Lumby as Isaiah Bradley, and Tim Blake Nelson as The Incredible Hulk’s former ally Samuel Sterns. Harrison Ford makes his MCU debut replacing the late William Hurt as Thaddeus Ross.After meeting President Thaddeus Ross, Sam is caught in a global crisis. He must expose the mastermind behind a sinister plot before the world descends into turmoil. Captain America: Brave New World marks the big-screen debut of Sam Wilson as Captain America, and Harrison Ford makes his MCU debut, replacing the late William Hurt as Thaddeus Ross.

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