THE OLD GUARD Star Charlize Theron Reveals Why She's Never Starred In A Marvel Cinematic Universe Movie

THE OLD GUARD Star Charlize Theron Reveals Why She's Never Starred In A Marvel Cinematic Universe Movie

Charlize Theron was once a fan-favourite choice to take on the role of Captain Marvel, but the actress has now revealed that she's never actually been contacted about any projects set in the MCU...

By JoshWilding - Jul 09, 2020 07:07 AM EST
Filed Under: Marvel Studios
Source: Variety

The Old Guard star Charlize Theron is one of the most talented actresses working in Hollywood today, and while she's no stranger to heavy hitting material (like Bombshell, for example), the Oscar-winner often pops up in blockbusters. With that in mind, it's somewhat surprising that we've never seen her in a Marvel Studios movie, especially when she would be such a good fit for so many characters.

Despite being a fan-favourite choice to star in Captain Marvel, Theron was never approached for that project or anything else set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. 

"I swear to God. I’ve never gotten anything," Theron tells Variety when asked if she's ever talked to Marvel Studios about joining a superhero franchise. "No, I’m not lying to you. But that’s okay. You know what? I am paving my own way. I’m creating my own opportunities. So it’s alright."

Honestly, it's crazy that Marvel hasn't already snapped Theron up, and it definitely feels like something of a missed opportunity on their part. Now, they risk Warner Bros. approaching the actress for a DC Extended Universe movie, but wherever she potentially ends up, it's fair to say comic book fans will win (as of now, Moonstone is a suggestion which frequently pops up here on CBM). 

Which Marvel or DC characters do you think Theron would be a good fit for?

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WakandanQueen
WakandanQueen - 7/9/2020, 7:04 AM
Sarah Finn, I love you but what the hell?
soberchimera
soberchimera - 7/9/2020, 7:06 AM


GhostDog
GhostDog - 7/9/2020, 7:07 AM
"Now, they risk Warner Bros. approaching the actress for a DC Extended Universe movie"





tmp3
tmp3 - 7/9/2020, 7:41 AM
@BlackBeltJones - Keaton too
CaptCoulson
CaptCoulson - 7/9/2020, 7:07 AM
I wanted just to roll her eyes and say "I get it superhero movies are big, that doesn't mean literally every one of us is going to be in one."
BigMikeReviews
BigMikeReviews - 7/9/2020, 7:12 AM
Everybody likes to get paid, she won't say no when the time comes.
WruceBayne
WruceBayne - 7/9/2020, 8:49 AM
@WAKANDABATMANFOREVER - Maaaaaaaaan, ain’t no way... waitaminute... the more I think about it... ok, I’m sold. Somebody get Marvel on the phone while I’m gone.
GothamSon
GothamSon - 7/9/2020, 7:26 AM
Theron's got that villain vibe, like Cate Blanchett did for 'Ragnarok'





MosquitoFarmer
MosquitoFarmer - 7/9/2020, 7:37 AM
@GothamSon - I am Groot.

Ha1frican
Ha1frican - 7/9/2020, 7:27 AM
*Yet
ALegendaryPanda
ALegendaryPanda - 7/9/2020, 7:31 AM
I'd love to see DC or Marvel give her a nice, meaty role in something. She's a fantastic actress
MosquitoFarmer
MosquitoFarmer - 7/9/2020, 7:36 AM
Only somewhat Charlize related, but this segment always makes me laugh (and evidently made her laugh too. And Tom frickin' Cruise.)

MyCoolYoung
MyCoolYoung - 7/9/2020, 8:16 AM
@MosquitoFarmer - that was genuinely hilarious
Archgoat
Archgoat - 7/9/2020, 7:37 AM
Hopefully they will offer something to her in the near future. She's my favorite African American actress.
SteelGunZ
SteelGunZ - 7/9/2020, 7:40 AM
It's only a matter of time, Marvel will call her soon.
tmp3
tmp3 - 7/9/2020, 7:42 AM
Amazing actress. Would be a big get for any film
LordHarryLatts
LordHarryLatts - 7/9/2020, 7:43 AM
I think she'd be perfect for Captain Gratuitous Nudity.
GothamSon
GothamSon - 7/9/2020, 7:53 AM
Apparently, DC approached her for Hippolyta in 'Wonder Woman'. Not cool, DC. Not cool.

https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2471246/turns-out-charlize-theron-was-actually-approached-to-play-wonder-womans-mom

She could play any DC hero or villain and not be pegged for 'Mother' roles.

I have seen her fancast as Sarah Essen in a live action 'Year One' adaptation.
She would be an interesting choice for Big Barda in 'New Gods'.



Tpo81
Tpo81 - 7/9/2020, 8:11 AM
@GothamSon - I can see that.Shes definitely a bonagide action star but I don’t know if her age hinders her at all.She looks amazing but if they’re thinking long term who knows.But definitely would welcome the casting with open arms
GothamSon
GothamSon - 7/9/2020, 8:59 AM
@Tpo81 - My guess is Ava Duvernay might cast a non-white actor like Deadpool did with Domino, which would be an interesting way to go. As long as Barda is a strong & dominant, it doesn't matter to me
Tpo81
Tpo81 - 7/9/2020, 8:09 AM
I can’t believe that.Insane they’ve never approached her.Id take her before Selma Hayek or Angelina Jolie.But would love to see her as moonstone or anything else.I could see her as Madam Hydra if hydra is still a thing in the mcu.Satana would be awesome too.But anything would be nice as long as it’s not some tiny bit part.Shes amazing & would love to see her as a fixture in the mcu if she ever gets the invite
GothamSon
GothamSon - 7/9/2020, 8:11 AM
@Tpo81 - Yeah but in fairness, Jolie is perfectly cast as Thena. Her in costume looks straight out of the comic panels.
Superspecialawesomeguy
Superspecialawesomeguy - 7/9/2020, 8:10 AM
I hope she appears in the next Wonder Woman movie as Circe, her and Patty Jenkins make a great team and she could make a terrific villain under her direction.

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