Sam Rockwell has raised hopes for fans eager to see Justin Hammer back on screen, suggesting he might reprise the role in Marvel’s Armor Wars—if Walton Goggins joins him. The Armor Wars project has faced many delays and uncertainties, but Rockwell’s comments bring fresh attention to the possibility of his return.
Uncertain Future for Armor Wars Amid Delays
Originally announced alongside high-profile Marvel series like WandaVision and Loki, Armor Wars has remained stuck in a state of limbo, shifting between being planned as a show and a movie without a clear release date. Despite this ongoing uncertainty, a persistent rumor has circulated about Sam Rockwell’s involvement as Justin Hammer. The actor recently engaged with these rumors during an interview with Screenrant, revealing that even he isn’t fully sure if Armor Wars is moving forward. Rockwell also suggested an intriguing crossover with Walton Goggins’s character Sonny Birch from Ant-Man and The Wasp.
Oh Armor Wars. Oh, you mean the Marvel thing? Is that being made? [Walton Goggins] and I could team up like bad guys, that kind of thing.
Sam Rockwell, Actor
Sam Rockwell’s Openness to Returning as a Marvel Villain
Beyond just acknowledging the project, Sam Rockwell expressed enthusiasm about returning as Justin Hammer or possibly stepping into a different supervillain role within the Armor Wars narrative. This openness highlights his interest in exploring darker, more villainous characters within the MCU’s expanding universe, giving fans reason to stay hopeful despite the project’s indefinite status.
It’s definitely a fun character. It’d be fun to play either that or a supervillain. It’d be great.
Sam Rockwell, Actor
Although Armor Wars currently lacks a scheduled release date and faces an uncertain future, Rockwell’s remarks keep the possibility of his involvement alive. Fans would likely welcome the dynamic of Rockwell teaming up with Goggins’s Sonny Birch, whose redemption arc could add depth to the story. Until Marvel Studios announces official plans, anticipation for the show and Rockwell’s potential return continues to build.
Stay tuned for updates regarding Marvel Studios’ Armor Wars and any developments involving Sam Rockwell’s return as Justin Hammer.
