If you missed watching John Boyega get dressed, it might be a long time before you see him in another blockbuster franchise as star Wars completely denied rumors that he would be the next actor to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Known for its tendency to hide casting details until the last minute, Marvel inevitably gives room for false speculation, and Boyega has been one of the most recent victims. Rumors that Boyega has booked a role in the MCU have been circulating around town since 2021, but have now died down for good as the actor has made it clear that a Marvel movie is not part of his short-term career plans.
However, Boyega has nothing against the MCU, it’s his desire to be undeniable in what he does that partly drives him to shy away from the MCU as he firmly believes he can’t win. Robert Downeyturn as Iron Man in the franchise. Actor who gained international recognition for his role as Finn in star Wars Instead, the sequel trilogy wants to use its star power to promote independent projects it believes in. “It’s not in my vision right now,” Boyega told Men’s Health in a recent interview regarding Marvel’s role rumors. He added; “I want to do subtle things… I want to donate my services to original indie films that come up with new, fresh ideas because I know it’s very difficult to top Iron Man in this universe.”
Although Boyega is not looking for a role in Marvel, he is more open to being the next 007. The actor was one of the black actors, including Idris Elba as well as Bridgerton alum Rege Jean Page, who are rumored to replace the role of the suave agent recently vacated Daniel Craig. Although Boyega also confirmed that he did not receive a call for the role, he stated that he would happily accept the opportunity to be the next James Bond, saying, “(No) but you know if they call me, I’ll be there,” Boyega said. .
Boyega has already begun putting his money into the business. Perhaps the most recent project that fits in best with his new trajectory is his role as Fontaine in Netflix’s upcoming sci-fi comedy. They cloned Tyrone what co-stars Jamie Fox as well as Teyonah Parris. He called the premise “Pimp. A prostitute. Try to solve the mystery in the “hood” and praised the project as “a unique and strange story that amazed me.” Another upcoming project, dear Boyege - Viola Davis’ woman king where he will play the role of King Ghezo, the 19th century ruler of West Africa. woman king focuses on its protagonist General Naniska and her exploits as the leader of a female warrior unit called the Dahomean Amazons. Inspired by real-life events in the Kingdom of Dahomey, the historical thriller follows Davis as he leads a force in a violent resistance against European invaders.
woman king will be released in theaters on September 16, but before that, you can watch Boyega in Break which premiered at the Sundance Festival in January 2022 with an official release on August 26. Watch the trailer below:
Source: Collider
