In an interesting interview about Captain America: Super Soldier (the full version of which you can find by clicking on the link at the bottom of the page) comic book writer Christos Gage was asked about who else fans should expect to see turn up and revealed the following intriguing piece of information.
"They’re not necessarily going to be who you expect, like for instance we can’t use Human Torch because he’s part of the Fantastic Four, which is licensed to Fox. I can’t say who because that’s me giving away movie secrets. I have read the script, but I signed an NDA, and if I say the wrong thing the black helicopters come in!
It's fair to assume that if licensing issues mean that the Invader isnt allowed to appear in the video game, the same rule applies for the upcoming live action movie! I'm a little surprised by this as the Human Torch of the Fantastic Four and the android John Hammond from WWII share nothing other than the same name and similar look.
Regardless, Fox clearly hold the right to both the characters name and look, so along with Namor, it looks like the Human Torch is yet another Invader who wont be a part of
Captain America: The First Avenger. We know Bucky and Union Jack will feature alongside Steve Rogers, but what of Spitfire and the also fiery Toro? Be sure to share your thoughts in the usual place!
Captain America: The First Avenger is set to be released on July 22, 2011!
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