Harrison Ford could soon be hitting the Marvel Cinematic Universe after Star Wars and Indiana Jones. According to a rumour, he will lead the Anti-Avengers team in Thunderbolts
There is no shortage of great franchises in Harrison Ford’s filmography. As Han Solo and Indiana Jones, he has embodied two of the most iconic film characters ever. The leap into the Marvel Cinematic Universe could soon follow. A new rumour tells of a very exciting casting decision at Thunderbolts.
At Comic-Con in San Diego, Thunderbolts was officially announced. As the last film of Phase 5, it unites several antihero:ins on the big screen. This team is brought together by General Thaddeus Ross, who was previously portrayed by William Hurt in the MCU. However, the actor passed away in March 2022.
Marvel blockbuster Thunderbolts: Harrison Ford could become the Nick Fury of the Anti-Avengers
Now Ford is rumoured to be taking on the role. Although Marvel insiders say the actor has not yet been cast, scooper Jeff Sneider has been told by multiple sources that he is Marvel’s first choice for the replacement. As such, this is a rumour that should be taken with a great deal of caution.
BREAKING via THE HOT MIC podcast: Though Marvel insiders DENY he has been cast in the movie at this time, multiple sources indicate that HARRISON FORD either is or was the studio’s top choice to star in THUNDERBOLTS as the General himself. It’s unclear if he already passed…
– Jeff Sneider (@TheInSneider) September 29, 2022
As Sneider elaborates on the Hot Mic podcast, there was consideration of announcing Ford's casting at the D23 Expo. However, Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy didn't want the announcement to take attention away from Indiana Jones 5. Instead, Marvel chief Kevin Feige introduced the rest of the cast on stage.
The Thunderbolts cast so far at a glance:
- Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova
- Sebastian Stan as Winter Soldier
In the comics, General Taddeus Ross assembles the Thunderbolts. He is thus the Nick Fury of the anti-Avengers team that will save the world ... or plunge it into chaos - in cinemas from 24 July 2024. We will find out.
