Cynthia Erivo Expresses Desire to Play Marvel's Storm, Fans Debate Casting Choices

The Wicked star's interest in the iconic X-Men role has sparked discussions about potential contenders, including Jodie Turner-Smith and Janelle Monáe.

Cynthia Erivo revealed at the National Board of Review Awards Gala that she hopes to play Storm in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, citing the character's untapped depth and inner turmoil.
Fans have voiced mixed reactions to Erivo's interest, with some praising her talent while others suggest she may not align with the essence of the character.
Jodie Turner-Smith, despite her involvement in the poorly received Star Wars series The Acolyte, has emerged as a fan-favorite alternative for the role of Storm.
Janelle Monáe, known for her work in music and film, has also previously expressed interest in portraying the weather-controlling mutant on screen.
Marvel Studios is gradually integrating X-Men characters into the MCU, fueling speculation about casting decisions for iconic roles like Storm in future projects.