ROGUE ONE's Ben Mendelsohn Talks For The First Time About Potentially Starring In CAPTAIN MARVEL

ROGUE ONE's Ben Mendelsohn Talks For The First Time About Potentially Starring In CAPTAIN MARVEL

Ben Mendelsohn has already menaced one Galaxy but he now looks set to make the leap to another as the lead villain in Captain Marvel. Here, the actor talks about potentially playing the Skrull leader...

By JoshWilding - Nov 11, 2017 03:11 AM EST
Filed Under: Captain Marvel
Source: Collider
Ben Mendelsohn is a terrific actor and no stranger to playing bad guys. He menaced a Galaxy Far, Far Away in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and if recent reports are to be believed, the Marvel Cinematic Universe is next on his hit list when he signs on to play the leader of the Skrulls. So, how does the actor feel about reteaming with Mississippi Grind directors Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden for Captain Marvel?

Well, as you might expect, he wasn't willing to say much but is clearly aware of the project and makes it clear he likes the thought of squaring off with Brie Larson's Carol Danvers on the big screen in 2019.



"Wow, that would be lovely. That would be really nice. But I know that Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden – I think I know how this one got started because they did Mississippi Grind obviously, and I think they’re a great choice and a really interesting choice for that film.
 
"Well you see a smile because I’m amused that people even bother to ask. Only because it’s one of those things, it’s sort of like being in the secret service for a moment. You can neither confirm nor deny… It would be thrilling, I’m sure."

So, nothing is definite yet but it very much sounds like he probably has signed on to star in Captain Marvel! While Mendelsohn is occasionally typecast as a villain, there's no denying that he'll be a good fit for a role like this and we'll hopefully hear something official soon as the cast continues to grow.

Tell us, are you excited to see him star in Captain Marvel? Weigh in with your thoughts down below.
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Spock0Clock
Spock0Clock - 11/11/2017, 4:09 AM
If you can't deny, you've confirmed.
Fogs
Fogs - 11/11/2017, 4:48 AM
@Spock0Clock - yeap. You’re probably right and he’s some Skrull leader.
RocknRolla
RocknRolla - 11/11/2017, 6:19 AM
@Spock0Clock - fantastic actor and choice. He needs to be a-list soon.
KIDCOM
KIDCOM - 11/11/2017, 4:12 AM
Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck is a really interesting choice indeed. Their style is very drama heavy. At least we know this movie will be no comedy.
Cyclone1993
Cyclone1993 - 11/11/2017, 7:58 AM
@KIDCOM - It’s still going to have comedic moments. Brie Larson said the character is really funny from the scripts she read. But it will probably be justifiably more serious overall.
solargeknowles
solargeknowles - 11/11/2017, 10:15 AM
@KIDCOM - I'm wishing them all the success and good luck with this film. It's been a while since they were announced as the directors, so I hope Marvel Studios and Boden/Fleck are not only working well together but they have some great stuff cooking up!
Hardfelt
Hardfelt - 11/11/2017, 4:20 AM
His brooding intensity will make for a great Skrull leader. He's also an Aussie, so of course I'm biased.
DetectiveCinema
DetectiveCinema - 11/11/2017, 4:21 AM
"the actor talks about potentially playing the Skrull leader"

where the [frick] does he actually talk about playing the Skrull leader? Yeah, there's an article here for sure but don't post straight bullshit in the summary...
Invasion96
Invasion96 - 11/11/2017, 4:27 AM
He’s been cast already they just haven’t announced it
Invasion96
Invasion96 - 11/11/2017, 4:28 AM
I want this movie to have the tone of Doctor Strange, light humor but still serious overall
Odin
Odin - 11/11/2017, 5:04 AM
xfan320
xfan320 - 11/11/2017, 5:18 AM
@Odin - looks like Robert Carlyle
BloodyBed
BloodyBed - 11/11/2017, 5:24 AM
Recast carol
PBIRD
PBIRD - 11/11/2017, 5:44 AM
Still think Carol should be played by alexandra daddario! Anyone pretending that they dont want to see her as Carol is lying to themselves!
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