Caleb McLaughlin recently concluded his nine-year role as Lucas in the popular Netflix series Stranger Things. Currently, he lends his voice to the animated film GOAT, which centers on a young goat aspiring to become a professional roarball player. As McLaughlin advances in his career, speculation grows that he may soon embody the character Miles Morales in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a role with deep fan interest.
McLaughlin’s Connection to Miles Morales
Rumors have suggested that McLaughlin was among the actors considered for the multiverse Spider-Man character, Miles Morales. Speaking to Variety at the GOAT red carpet event, the actor expressed his enthusiasm for the possibility:
“I would love to play [him]. I think Miles represents something bigger than myself, bigger than most people. Also being from New York, and seeing the Spider-Verse story, it’s really connected [with me].”
?Caleb McLaughlin, Actor
Potential Changes on the Horizon for the MCU
With new Avengers films on the horizon, the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe seems poised for transformation. The introduction of fresh characters such as Miles Morales may signal a shift in the franchise’s landscape, possibly marking an era where certain established favorites make way for emerging heroes. However, details remain unconfirmed, and fans will need to watch closely to see how these changes unfold.
#Goat star Caleb McLaughlin says he “would love to” play Miles Morales in a Marvel movie:
“I think Miles represents something bigger than myself, bigger than most people. Also being from New York, and seeing the ‘Spider-Verse’ story, it’s really connected [with me].” pic.twitter.com/2DU9mBMCwj
— Variety (@Variety) February 7, 2026
