The possibility of Hugh Jackman’s rumored return as Wolverine in Avengers Doomsday has ignited excitement among Marvel fans after the actor posted a mysterious gym video to social media. Jackman’s intense workout, captured on Instagram without explanation, has sparked widespread speculation that he could soon reprise his iconic role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe within the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday film.
Jackman’s Uncaptioned Gym Video Sets Internet Abuzz
Earlier this week, Hugh Jackman caught fans’ attention by sharing an Instagram video of himself engaged in a demanding weightlifting routine at the gym. Throughout the session, an off-camera trainer offers Jackman encouragement, and when Jackman completes his set, he turns to the camera and simply says “Ouch” as his trainer cheers him on. With no caption or further details provided, followers were left to interpret the motivation behind Jackman’s apparent fitness regimen.
Marvel enthusiasts wasted no time speculating in the comments, many suggesting the video hinted at preparations for a Wolverine comeback in an upcoming blockbuster. A particularly confident fan remarked,
“This is all the proof we need that he’s going to be in either Doomsday or Secret Wars or both,”
—Anonymous commenter. Others referenced Jackman’s long association with the role, joking he should continue playing Wolverine “until he’s 90.” Across multiple comments, users expressed a strong belief that Jackman was gearing up for a Marvel return.
Jackman’s History With Wolverine and Recent Comeback
Hugh Jackman’s career-defining portrayal of Wolverine was thought to have concluded after 2017’s Logan, which appeared to mark his farewell to the character. However, Jackman surprised fans by reprising Wolverine for last summer’s Deadpool & Wolverine, where he reunited with Ryan Reynolds. That film, greeted with enthusiastic audience response and impressive box office results—surpassing $1 billion worldwide—once again put Jackman and Reynolds in the spotlight as the fan-favorite mutant duo. Despite the film’s success, Marvel Studios has not officially revealed when either Deadpool or Wolverine will return to the screen next.
Ongoing Uncertainty Regarding Wolverine’s MCU Future
While Ryan Reynolds is reportedly working on a new film potentially bringing Deadpool together with the X-Men, there has been no official word about plans for Jackman’s Wolverine. Avengers: Doomsday, currently in production, offers an intriguing context: the film is confirmed to feature a significant number of X-Men alumni. Names such as Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, James Marsden, Alan Cumming, and Rebecca Romijn have all been announced as reprising their classic roles, fueling hopes of more mutant cameos. The cast list also includes Channing Tatum, whose appearance as Gambit debuted in Deadpool & Wolverine.
With so many details of the project still kept secret by Marvel Studios, fans have turned to Jackman’s public activities for possible hints at future casting decisions. As Wolverine is a role that typically demands an impressive physical transformation, observers quickly linked his gym session to his signature character. Official updates have yet to confirm Jackman’s involvement, but Marvel has indicated that additional Doomsday casting announcements are still to come.
Speculation Drives Anticipation for Avengers: Doomsday
Marvel’s secrecy has only heightened public curiosity over who else might appear in Avengers: Doomsday. Because Jackman’s Wolverine was integrated into the MCU during Deadpool & Wolverine, many believe he could return in some capacity—potentially as a variant character, differing from his previous appearances. The film’s large-scale ensemble, loaded with returning X-Men talent, only reinforces the persistent fan theory that Jackman’s Wolverine could be back, particularly in a story with so many mutant connections.
Though it’s entirely possible Jackman is simply keeping fit for personal reasons, the timing and nature of his most recent post align with ongoing rumors. Since Marvel Studios has so far declined to reveal Doomsday’s full cast—and will reportedly skip Hall H at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, a typical venue for major announcements—fans may have to wait until production wraps or another milestone event before learning whether Jackman is officially joining the cast.
Until then, speculation about Hugh Jackman’s rumored return as Wolverine in Avengers Doomsday will continue to dominate online conversations. Enthusiasts across platforms remain eager for confirmation, further encouraged by the actor’s public workout routine and the knowledge that Marvel is promising more casting news. With anticipated reveals possibly postponed, fans’ anticipation will likely build even further, keeping Wolverine’s fate—and Hugh Jackman’s role in the expanding MCU—a central topic in the months ahead.
