Summary
- Get ready for Giancarlo Esposito’s epic debut in a 2025 Marvel movie.
- Esposito will play a villain in the upcoming film
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which has been confirmed in a shooting update. - Marvel Studios and Disney are remaining tight-lipped about this exciting casting news.
The Marvel Cinematic Universe will officially introduce Giancarlo Esposito in one of the 2025 films currently in production. Captain America: Brave New WorldOne of the biggest mysteries of the past few months has been Esposito’s inclusion in the MCU movie schedule. During various conferences, Esposito has mentioned several times that he has been selected to participate in a MCU project, but his identity has not been revealed, instead only hinting that he will play some kind of villain and may lead the entire series.
according to The Hollywood ReporterEsposito will join Captain America: Brave New World The Phase 5 film is currently in reshoots. According to their sources, Esposito will play “Villain” news came shortly after a double who resembled the actor was seen in set photos. Screen Rant Disney and Marvel Studios have been contacted for comment but have not received a response as of this writing.
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Who does Giancarlo Esposito play in Captain America: Brave New World?
Although time will tell how he adapts Captain America: Brave New World If Esposito’s villain is real, he won’t be the only one. With Tim Blake Nelson reprising his role as Samuel Sterns (aka “The Leader”) and Harrison Ford’s Thunderbolt Ross seemingly becoming the Red Hulk in the MCU, there are now three villains in Phase 5’s movies. It remains to be seen if Esposito’s villain is related to any of them, as he could be an entirely different threat.
The only clue the world has left now is that Esposito mentioned his character is “A character you can’t predict.” Although his role "You will be laughed at," Whoever Esposito plays will appear in the upcoming MCU series, though it’s unclear if it’s a spinoff centered around him or if he’s just part of the cast. With that in mind, he could be a Marvel character who’s in the works for the upcoming MCU series. Captain America: Brave New World Further fleshed out in unannounced MCU TV shows.
Before him
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In terms of casting, Esposito is the popular choice to play Professor X in the Marvel Universe.
since Captain America: Brave New World With reshoots reportedly set to last 22 days, time will tell if Esposito’s character will be revealed via set photos or videos. Depending on whether he’s on set filming, the world may not have to wait too long to get clues about his mystery player. Captain America: Brave New Worldthe Marvel Universe has introduced another talented actor to the series.
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Captain America: Brave New World New World Order Sam Wilson takes up the suit and shield in Phase 4’s The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, making his first MCU big-screen appearance as Steve Rogers’ successor. Anthony Mackie returns as the titular Avenger, with Danny Ramirez as Joaquin Torres, Carl Lambie as Isaiah Bradley, and Tim Blake Nelson as the Hulk’s former ally Samuel Sterns. Harrison Ford makes his MCU debut, replacing the late William Hurt as Thaddeus Ross.
Director Julius Onah
Release Date: February 14, 2025
Studio: Marvel Studios
Distributor: Walt Disney Pictures
Screenwriter: Daran Mason, Malcolm Spellman
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Source: THR