Summary
There are many fan-favorite names to take over for Hugh Jackman as the newWolverineand some of them would fit theMarvel Cinematic Universebetter than others.Jackman first played Logan in 2000’sX-Men, which he continues to do to this day. After appearing inFox’s X-Men moviesand a Wolverine trilogy, Jackman has returned to the role in the MCU, headliningDeadpool & Wolverine’s castwith Ryan Reynolds.
The movie has become one of the most successful in Marvel history, withDeadpool & Wolverinepassing the $1 billion mark worldwide. Reynolds and Jackman could return for more entries in theMCU’s slate of projects, but based on Jackman’s age — he is 55 — it is unlikely that he will stick around forMarvel’s X-Men reboot. On that topic, there have been many actors requested by fans to play the MCU’s Wolverine, and some could really work.
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10Scott Eastwood
His Father Was An Inspiration For Wolverine
At 38,Scott Eastwood is at a great age to play the MCU’s Wolverine. While other members of the X-Men could be in their 20s, Wolverine is a character that suits slightly older actors, so there should not be a problem in that regard if Eastwood were cast. In 2018,Eastwood revealed he would love to play Wolverine, saying, “He’s one of my favorite comic book characters of all time… 100%.”
Playing in his favor is also the fact that Scott’s father, the legendary actorClint Eastwood, has served as the inspiration for many versions of Wolverine. That would mean his son’s casting would be a big deal for the MCU. However, it is unlikely that Eastwood will play Marvel’s new Wolverine. The reason is that Scott does not have many leading roles in major projects, and for a character as popular as Logan, Marvel should go for a well-known star.
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9Keanu Reeves
The Actor Is Too Old For The Hero
Keanu Reeves being this low on the list might come as a shock to many, as the actor is a very popular name when it comes to fancasting Wolverine. Reeves has shown in theJohn Wickfranchise and other movies that he could bring the necessary grit to the role andhas the action skills to make the MCU’s Wolverine one of the franchise’s most exciting fightersto watch. However, there is a key issue.
Reeves is 59. With the actor being older than Hugh Jackman, it would not make sense for Marvel Studios to cast him as the iconic Wolverine actor’s replacement. That does not mean that Reeves will never play Wolverine, as the actor could make a cameo as a multiverse Logan. After all,Reeves has said he always wanted to play Wolverine.
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8Tom Hardy
The Actor Already Leads A Superhero Franchise
Tom Hardy has been one of the most popular fancasts to play Wolverine for a long time. The actor could certainly do the role justice in the MCU, with Hardy being good at playing gruff characters like Logan. He also has the physicality for the role, with the star having plenty of high-profile action roles and franchises under his belt.
Playing against him is the fact that Hardy is on the older side, and the actor is already the face of a prominent Marvel figure. While not an MCU franchise, Hardy gives life to Eddie Brock/Venom in Sony’s Spider-Man Universe. Even thoughVenom: The Last Danceshould put an end to Hardy’s time in the role, the actor has already appeared in the MCU as Eddie Brock. Hardy could eventually return to the MCU, but it is unlikely he will be Wolverine.
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7Karl Urban
A Pitch-Perfect Wolverine Match
Karl Urban being 52 is really the only thing against his Wolverine casting. The actor would otherwise be pitch-perfect for the MCU’s Logan. Urban is no stranger to major franchises,playing key roles inThe Lord of the Rings,Star Trek, andThe Boys. Urban has previously appeared in the MCU. However, given Skurge inThor: Ragnarokwas not a major role, and Urban looked fairly different, Marvel could get him back for Wolverine.
As Billy Butcher inThe Boys, Urban has shown how perfect he would be if he got the chance to play Wolverine. In that role,the actor exhales the non-nonsense, hyper-violent persona Wolverine is known for. Urban also has plenty of experience with fight scenes, being able to deliver a Wolverine that would have fans on the edge of their seats. Age aside, Urban would be the perfect new Wolverine.
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6Aaron Taylor-Johnson
A Younger Star With Marvel Experience
Aaron Taylor-Johnson was once in the MCU, playing Quicksilver inAvengers: Age of Ultron. Due to the short-lived nature of his character,there should be no problem for Marvel to recast Taylor-Johnsonas another MCU hero, with Wolverine being a great role for the actor. Johnson’s other Marvel character — he will lead Sony’sKraven the Huntermovie later this year — makes him an even better fit to serve as the MCU’s new Wolverine.
With Robert Downey Jr. of all people returning to the MCU in a major role like Doctor Doom, Aaron Taylor-Johnson going from Quicksilver to Wolverine is not impossible.
Kraven the Hunter’s new trailercements that Taylor-Johnson is one of the best candidates to play the new Wolverine. The actor looks great in the R-rated footage, withhis version of Kraven brutally taking out enemies in a bloody, R-rated fashion. That would fit with Jackman’s most popular Wolverine movies,LoganandDeadpool & Wolverine. At 34, Taylor-Johnson could play Wolverine for more than a decade.
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5Zac Efron
A Frequently Requested Actor For The MCU
Zac Efron still not having joined Marvel or DC at this point is baffling. The actor is one of Hollywood’s most popular stars and has the physicality needed for any superhero role out there, and Efron himself would be open to doing it. Speaking about the MCU in the past,Efron revealed how much he loves Marvel, saying,“I’ve been a fan of Marvel since I started walking… I would jump at the opportunity.”
The actor delivered a nuanced and emotional performance [inThe Iron Claw] that shows how lucky Marvel would be to cast him as the face of the MCU’s X-Men.
With Efron open to joining the MCU, the actor, who has worked with Hugh Jackman inThe Greatest Showman, would be one of the best choices to replace the iconic Wolverine star.Efron recently had his career-best performance in the wrestling dramaThe Iron Claw. The actor delivered a nuanced and emotional performance that shows how lucky Marvel would be to cast him as the face of the MCU’s X-Men, with Efron’s physical prowess for the role being well-documented by his past movies.
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4Taron Egerton
The Actor Has Commented On Playing Wolverine
Another one of Hugh Jackman’s co-stars who could play the MCU’s new Wolverine in the X-Men reboot is Taron Egerton. The 34-year-old actor worked with Jackman inEddie the Eagle.Egerton was initially unsure about playing Wolverine, saying, “I don’t know if I’m quite grisly enough,” thoughthe actor has met with Marveland would love to be part of the MCU in some way.
Egerton has also been more open to playing Wolverine, saying, “Hopefully if it does come around, they’ll give me a shot.” Egerton’s worries about giving life to a new version of Logan seem to stem from Jackman’s legacy in the role, which is a tough thing to tackle. However, the actorhas shown in theKingsmanfranchise, theBlack Birdseries, and other projects that he has incredible rangeand is adept at action and drama, making him a great Wolverine casting choice.
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3Henry Cavill
He Has Already Played Wolverine In The MCU
Henry Cavill is an interesting choice to play the new Wolverine, as the actor has already given life to a version of Logan in the MCU.Deadpool & Wolverineused the multiverse to the fullest, including many exciting cameos and supporting characters. Shockingly, Cavill moved from DC to Marvel for the film, leaving his role as Superman behind in order to playa Wolverine variant in a brief scene with Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool.
Cavill looked extremely comic book-accurate in the role, also nailing Wolverine’s personality. The cameo was so good thatmany fans now want the actor to return as Wolverine in the MCU’s X-Men reboot. At 41, Cavill could at least play Wolverine for a decade, and his role as Geralt of Rivia on Netflix’sThe Witchershows how the actor could excel in a longer role as Wolverine, given the characters possess many similarities.
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2Dafne Keen
Deadpool & Wolverine’s Ending Leaves The Door Open
Dafne Keen’s X-23 has a long history with Jackman’s Wolverine.The actress’ return as Laura inDeadpool & Wolverinewas one of the most emotional parts of the movie. Appearing for the first time as the character since 2017’sLogan, Keen did not skip a beat, forming a loving bond with the Wolverine variant Jackman was playing in the movie and delivering another fan-favorite turn in the role.
There is an ongoing debate about howrecasting Jackman’s Logan is incredibly hardor impossible, and Keen presents the easiest solution to that problem. Marvel does not need to recast Wolverine, as the studio could just keep Keen as X23 in the MCU and make her Wolverine instead.Deadpool & Wolverine’s endinghad Laura with Deadpool and Wolverine, teasing a future return when the heroes likely come back for one or both of the upcoming Avengers movies.
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1Daniel Radcliffe
The Most Popular MCU Wolverine Casting Choice
Finally, if Marvel Studios does end up recasting Wolverine, thenthe best actor to play the MCU’s Logan would be Daniel Radcliffe. The star knows a thing or two about carrying a multi-billion dollar franchise on his back, as Radcliffe played none other than Harry Potter for eight movies. At 35, the actor is the perfect age — and has the perfect height at 5'5’' — to play the MCU’s Wolverine in the X-Men reboot.
Since leaving Harry Potter behind, Radcliffe has pursued a wide range of roles that show how the actor is extremely talented.Radcliffe has also undergone a major physical transformation, with the star looking in top shape these days to play a superhero at Marvel. At the moment, the actor is the most popular fancast for the MCU’sWolverine, and that could have him on Marvel Studios' radar.
X-Men Origins: Wolverine
Cast
X-Men Origins: Wolverine explores the backstory of the iconic mutant Wolverine, portrayed by Hugh Jackman. Released in 2009, the film delves into Logan’s journey through the Weapon X program as he seeks revenge for his girlfriend’s death while uncovering complex relationships with other mutants.
The Wolverine
The Wolverine: This film follows Logan, portrayed by Hugh Jackman, as he undertakes a transformative journey in Japan. Confronted by his most formidable adversaries, Wolverine is pushed to his physical, emotional, and mortal limits while navigating challenges that alter his life and identity forever.
Logan
Logan is set in a near future where an aging Wolverine, played by Hugh Jackman, takes care of a frail Professor Xavier, portrayed by Patrick Stewart, at a secluded location near the Mexican border. Their secluded existence is disrupted by the arrival of a young mutant, pursued by malevolent forces.
Deadpool & Wolverine
A follow-up to the highly successful Deadpool and Deadpool 2 films starring Ryan Reynolds as the Merc with a Mouth. The third film will be the first in the franchise to be developed under the Marvel Studios banner following Disney’s acquisition of 20th Century Fox.
