Overview

• Speaking on Vulture’s Good One podcast, Monsoon said she asked her agent to submit her for Mystique and called for a trans actress in the role.
• She explained that Mystique’s shapeshifting and lack of acceptance in her original form resonate with many trans people.
• Deadline reports Rebecca Romijn will reprise Mystique in Avengers: Doomsday, which is distinct from Marvel’s planned X-Men relaunch.
• Hunter Schafer responded to fan calls by saying it “would be cool” to play Mystique, though no official casting has been announced.
• Industry coverage notes the reboot is in early development with casting activity reported, while circulating shortlists remain unverified.