Marvel could choose Yahya Abdul-Mateen II for ‘Wonder Man’ series instead of Tom Ellis – FLix Nation / Marvelicki (AFP Agency)
Among the more recent rumors surrounding the Marvel Cinematic Universe is the idea that Tom Ellis, currently recognized as the flirtatious Lucifer, following his huge success on Netflix, may star in ‘wonder man’, a new series from Marvel Studios, but a recent report ensures that the actor Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is in talks for the same role.
In mid-2022, The Hollywood reporter confirmed it wonder has planned a series of Wonder Man, one of the characters in the comics, and although the house of ideas has not made the official account, there are some details about it, such as the participation of Ben Kingsley, who returns as Trevor later from his surprise appearance in “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings”.
However, the big question surrounding this project is who will be the actor chosen to star in “Wonder Man”, and although many rumors suggest that Tom Ellis could take on the role of the superhero, a recent and exclusive report from the portal Geek screenensures that Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is in talks to keep this role.
Interestingly, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, like Tom Ellis, also worked with DC, most notably as Black Mamba, the villain of the movie ‘Aquaman’ alongside Jason Momoa, but now these two actors are part of the cinematic voices of the ‘Marvel Universe. and we’ll have to wait for the official details.
Tom Ellis is already part of another Marvel entry
Simultaneously with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II he is reported for the previously announced role of Tom Ellis, the protagonist in ‘Lucifer’is already rumored to bring another famous MCU character to life. This is Reed Richard, the protagonist of ‘The Fantastic 4’, although this participation is not official.
According to information shared by Two MoiTom Ellis would no longer be the protagonist of ‘Wonder Man’, but would now be part of the film ‘Fantastic 4’ as the Elongato Man, leader of the group and also known as the smartest man on planet Earth, ensuring his participation in more than one film UCM.
Obviously none of these rumors have been confirmed by Marvel Studios, and while the “Wonder Man” series remains a mystery, the official cast of “Fantastic Four” remains one of the best-kept secrets from the house of ideas, so for now there isn’t. no choice but to keep waiting.
Source: Nacion Flix
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