Nicholas Hoult, known for his role as Lex Luthor in the DC Universe, recently addressed questions about whether his portrayal of the iconic villain might affect his chances of being cast in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s upcoming Avengers: Secret Wars. Speaking during a Vanity Fair video segment alongside actor David Corenswet, Hoult was asked if playing Lex Luthor could reduce his prospects for appearing in the highly anticipated 2027 film. He dismissed the idea, though he humorously noted that he didn’t have a strong expectation of landing a role in the movie.
Overview of Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars Casting
Avengers: Secret Wars is expected to follow Avengers: Doomsday, slated for release on December 17, 2027, one year after Doomsday’s December 18, 2026 premiere. While many specifics about Secret Wars remain under wraps, Doomsday is already shaping up to be a massive ensemble piece. The upcoming film features major Marvel stars such as Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, Vanessa Kirby portraying Sue Storm, Anthony Mackie reprising Captain America, Sebastian Stan returning as Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier, Letitia Wright as Shuri/Black Panther, and Paul Rudd as Ant-Man.
Additional Key Characters Announced for Avengers: Doomsday
The roster extends further to include Wyatt Russell as U.S. Agent/John Walker, Tenoch Huerta as Namor, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as The Thing/Ben Grimm, Simu Liu as Shang-Chi, Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova, and Kelsey Grammer reprising his Beast role from earlier X-Men films. Other confirmed cast members include Lewis Pullman as Bob/Sentry, Danny Ramirez as Joaquin Torres/Falcon, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch, David Harbour as Alexei Shostakov/Red Guardian, Winston Duke as M’Baku, Hannah John-Kamen as Ava Starr/Ghost, and Tom Hiddleston returning as Loki.
Return of X-Men Legends for Upcoming Marvel Event
Several iconic X-Men characters will also feature in Avengers: Doomsday, including Patrick Stewart as Charles Xavier, Ian McKellen as Magneto, Alan Cumming as Nightcrawler, Rebecca Romijn as Mystique, James Marsden as Cyclops, and Channing Tatum as Gambit. This lineup highlights the film’s crossover appeal and the blending of previously separate Marvel franchises.
Significance of Hoult’s Comments and Future MCU Speculation
Hoult’s remarks provide a rare direct comment on the interplay between his DC role and potential involvement in the MCU, suggesting no conflict exists despite his well-known Lex Luthor portrayal. His praise for Kelsey Grammer as the standout Beast in X-Men history also connects to the legacy characters returning for Doomsday. As the MCU continues to expand its universe through phases that include Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars, casting decisions remain highly anticipated by fans. Hoult’s openness leaves room for speculation but sets a calm and balanced tone regarding crossover possibilities.
“I don’t think I had a high chance anyway.” —Nicholas Hoult
“Kelsey Grammer is the best Beast.” —Nicholas Hoult
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Was Nicholas Hoult in Harry Potter?
A. Nicholas Hoult tried out for several key roles in the Harry Potter films but was not selected for any of them, according to IMDb.
Q. Are Jennifer Lawrence and Nicholas Hoult still friends?
A. Hoult and Lawrence were in a relationship for five years after they met while working on the first film of the series. Even after their breakup, they have stayed friends.
