Adam Driver Has Rejected Marvel for so Long It's Become 'Tradition'
Feige said the actor has repeatedly passed on MCU offers, while Marvel casting rumors continue to swirl around the planned X-Men reboot.
- During a recent appearance on the 'Happy Sad Confused' podcast, Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige revealed that Adam Driver has repeatedly declined Marvel roles, calling the recurring rejections a "tradition."
- Driver, known for his portrayal of Kylo Ren in the 'Star Wars' sequel trilogy, remains selective about his filmography, accepting only roles with "a great director and a great story."
- Casting rumors have linked Driver to the upcoming 'X-Men' reboot, with social media speculation suggesting he could play villains like Magneto or Mister Sinister, though Marvel Studios has not confirmed any casting decisions.
- Filmmaker Jake Schreier is directing the 'youth-oriented' X-Men reboot, slated for release after next year's 'Avengers: Secret Wars,' following Disney's 2019 acquisition of 21st Century Fox.
- Feige confirmed that no casting choices have been finalized for the project, as Marvel continues integrating characters previously associated with the Fox era.
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