Fans of the White Lotus series have eagerly hoped for Sam Rockwell and Walton Goggins to reunite on screen, and Rockwell has expressed interest in teaming with Goggins in the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) project, Armor Wars. Although the series remains in a prolonged development phase, Rockwell spoke candidly about his potential involvement and how it could play out.
Rockwell Responds to Armor Wars Casting and Development Rumors
In a recent interview with ScreenRant’s Liam Crowley for Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die, Sam Rockwell was questioned about his participation in Armor Wars, a show confirmed but yet to firmly establish its main cast. While fans have speculated that Rockwell might portray the character Justin Hammer, the actor appeared unaware of the series’ production status and showed no indication he had been cast.
During the discussion, Rockwell expressed surprise upon learning about the series’ existence. Despite this, he affirmed that an MCU collaboration with Walton Goggins would be appealing. Rockwell suggested that Goggins should have an opportunity to portray a superhero in the MCU, but also noted a fun potential for them to team up as villains.
ScreenRant: Armor Wars. I know you get bombarded with the Marvel questions.
Sam Rockwell: Oh Armor Wars. Oh, you mean the Marvel thing?
ScreenRant: Yeah.
Sam Rockwell: Is that being made?
ScreenRant: So it’s been in development preparatory for so long.
Sam Rockwell: Well, has Walt played a superhero? He should.
ScreenRant: He was a character named Sonny Burch in Ant-Man and the Wasp, which was kind of a one-off villain, but he’s in that kind of tech side of buying things.
Sam Rockwell: Oh yeah. Walt and I could team up like bad guys, that kind of thing.
Interest in Playing Marvel Villains and the Role of Justin Hammer
Beyond the possibility of joining Armor Wars, Rockwell addressed fan enthusiasm about him playing the character Justin Hammer, a villain from the Iron Man comics created by David Michelinie, Bob Layton, and John Romita Jr. First introduced in Iron Man #120 (March 1979), Hammer is known as a tech industrialist rivaling Tony Stark.
Rockwell praised the character as entertaining and said he would enjoy portraying either Justin Hammer or another supervillain. Although nothing has been confirmed, the actor seems open to exploring villainous roles within the MCU.
It’s [Justin Hammer] definitely a fun character. It’d be fun to play either that or a supervillain. It’d be great.
Overview of Sam Rockwell’s Upcoming Project Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die
Aside from Marvel talk, Rockwell is currently leading a science fiction film titled Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die, set to premiere in theaters on February 13, 2026. The story follows a man claiming to be from the future who takes hostages in a Los Angeles diner, seeking help to prevent an AI-driven apocalypse. The film features a notable cast including Zazie Beetz, Haley Lu Richardson, Michael Peña, and Stevel Marc.
Marvel’s Armor Wars and Its Main Cast
While Armor Wars continues its extended development process, the main cast is mostly speculative, with few confirmations so far. Don Cheadle, who portrays James Rhodes in the MCU, is among the actors associated with the project. Details about the storyline hint at a focus on armored suits and technology falling into dangerous hands.
Although Armor Wars has faced delays, the show’s eventual release is highly anticipated due to its connections with Iron Man lore and the expanding MCU narrative.
Potential Impact of a Rockwell-Goggins Collaboration in the MCU
A collaboration between Sam Rockwell and Walton Goggins in the MCU would excite many fans who admire their chemistry on White Lotus. Rockwell’s openness about joining the franchise signals possibilities for future casting choices that might surprise audiences. Their potential as villainous partners could add a fresh dynamic to Marvel’s roster of antagonists.
With continuing developments for Armor Wars and other MCU projects, viewers can expect further announcements on casting and release schedules. Rockwell’s remarks underscore that while he is not currently involved, a Sam Rockwell MCU team-up remains a prospect worth watching.
