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Marvel Studios is facing a potential setback in developing the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) due to recent news of actor Jonathan Majors' assault charge. According to reports from Cosmic Circus, the studio is considering recasting his role as Kang the Conqueror, a character slated to become one of the main antagonists in the MCU's upcoming phases.
The potential recast could have significant implications for the franchise, and what direction Marvel Studios will take remains unclear.
Majors, who recently debuted in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Kang in Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania, was arrested and charged with assault in New York in March 2023. Since then, the studio has been grappling with the possibility of having to replace him.
With only one unreleased Marvel project left in his contract, Season 2 of Disney+'s Loki, recasting the actor could be done fairly easily. However, given the stakes involved, Marvel Studios will likely consider all options before making a final decision.
Marvel Studios grapples with the possibility of recasting Jonathan Majors' Kang
Marvel Studios' plans for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe are in flux as they consider the possibility of recasting Jonathan Majors' Kang the Conqueror character.
Majors debuted as Kang in Ant-Man, and The Wasp: Quantumania, and his character was expected to play a crucial role in the franchise's future. However, following Majors' recent arrest and assault charge, Marvel is reportedly considering a recast option.
According to sources, Marvel has yet to decide on Majors' future in the franchise, but the studio has started to prepare for a potential recast. Majors has already filmed his part in season 2 of Disney+'s Loki, leaving only Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, which is set to begin filming next year, uncertain. However, a recast could allow Marvel to proceed with its plans painlessly.
Comparing Kang to "infinite Thanos," Marvel invested heavily in the character and planned to build a significant story arc around him.
A potential recast could significantly alter those plans and have a substantial impact on the franchise's future. Until Marvel decides, fans are left to speculate about the fate of one of the MCU's most promising characters.
Responsibility to the franchise: The future of Jonathan Majors at Marvel
While the studio has identified the "kind of actor" they would want to bring in, any action depends on the outcome of the ongoing investigation into Jonathan Majors.
Marvel Studios faces a challenging decision regarding the future of Jonathan Majors at the studio. Fans eagerly await the release of Loki season 2 later this year, hoping for answers on the fate of Kang.
Marvel Studios' decision on how to proceed with Majors' character will profoundly impact the franchise's future. As such, Marvel needs to act responsibly and make a careful and thoughtful decision on how to move forward.
