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John Boyega Open to Joining MCU, Expresses Interest in Playing Bishop

The actor confirmed recent discussions with Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige, signaling a potential shift in his career focus toward superhero films.

John Boyega in "The Force Awakens."
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Overview

  • John Boyega revealed during a C2E2 panel that he has spoken with Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige about possibly joining the MCU.
  • Boyega expressed interest in portraying Bishop, a time-traveling X-Men character, if he were to join the Marvel franchise.
  • This marks a notable change from Boyega's 2022 stance, when he prioritized indie projects over superhero films.
  • Fans have already begun speculating about Boyega's potential role as Bishop, a character previously portrayed by Omar Sy in 2014's 'X-Men: Days of Future Past.'
  • No official casting decisions or commitments have been announced, with Boyega's comments indicating openness rather than confirmation.