It was never going to be easy to cast new actors to play the MCU’s X-Men.If, like me, you remember the original 00s X-Men films, then you have a very specific image in mind when you think of these mutants.Those films, while far from perfect, hold a special place in many fans’ hearts.AdvertSpeaking of Marvel, have you playedMarvel Rivalsyet?Even if they don’t though, the casting choices surrounding theMCUX-Men reboot still has fans worried.How could it not?AdvertThis is the chance for the X-Men to make a grand comeback –Marvelneeds to get this right.The latest casting rumour circulating is that Sadie Sink, best known for playing Max inStranger Things, is in the running to play Jean Grey.Although Sink is an excellent actor, the concern is that she’s too young for the part.A younger X-Men cast has been used before, most notably inX-Men: First Class, and it didn’t go down well.AdvertPersonally, I quite enjoyed those films, but they were in stark contrast to what had gone before.“Another X-Men movie with the young(er) cast?” Twitter account @popjunki3remarked.The age of Sink comes up again on Reddit, with mariusioannespposting, “Wasn’t expecting them to go that young with MCU’s X-Men casting. Might make things awkward with whoever they cast as Wolverine.”AdvertOf course, there are logical reasons for this choice, and there’s a simple way to avoid awkwardness.Firstly, some believe that the MCU will take its time making these films, and thus a younger cast is better because they’re in it for the long haul.Secondly, there’s no need to feature a love triangle in the reboot.As vinnybawbaw mentioned, Sink will be in her “mid-twenties” when these films are likely released.AdvertThough, they still believe the actor is a “weird” choice.Others, however, think this is a “good choice” and hope to see Sink officially announced as Jean Grey in the near future.We’re keen to learn more before we pass judgement.Featured Image Credit: 20th Century StudiosTopics:Marvel,MCU,TV And Film,Disney
It was never going to be easy to cast new actors to play the MCU’s X-Men.If, like me, you remember the original 00s X-Men films, then you have a very specific image in mind when you think of these mutants.Those films, while far from perfect, hold a special place in many fans’ hearts.AdvertSpeaking of Marvel, have you playedMarvel Rivalsyet?Even if they don’t though, the casting choices surrounding theMCUX-Men reboot still has fans worried.How could it not?AdvertThis is the chance for the X-Men to make a grand comeback –Marvelneeds to get this right.The latest casting rumour circulating is that Sadie Sink, best known for playing Max inStranger Things, is in the running to play Jean Grey.Although Sink is an excellent actor, the concern is that she’s too young for the part.A younger X-Men cast has been used before, most notably inX-Men: First Class, and it didn’t go down well.AdvertPersonally, I quite enjoyed those films, but they were in stark contrast to what had gone before.“Another X-Men movie with the young(er) cast?” Twitter account @popjunki3remarked.The age of Sink comes up again on Reddit, with mariusioannespposting, “Wasn’t expecting them to go that young with MCU’s X-Men casting. Might make things awkward with whoever they cast as Wolverine.”AdvertOf course, there are logical reasons for this choice, and there’s a simple way to avoid awkwardness.Firstly, some believe that the MCU will take its time making these films, and thus a younger cast is better because they’re in it for the long haul.Secondly, there’s no need to feature a love triangle in the reboot.As vinnybawbaw mentioned, Sink will be in her “mid-twenties” when these films are likely released.AdvertThough, they still believe the actor is a “weird” choice.Others, however, think this is a “good choice” and hope to see Sink officially announced as Jean Grey in the near future.We’re keen to learn more before we pass judgement.Featured Image Credit: 20th Century StudiosTopics:Marvel,MCU,TV And Film,Disney
It was never going to be easy to cast new actors to play the MCU’s X-Men.If, like me, you remember the original 00s X-Men films, then you have a very specific image in mind when you think of these mutants.Those films, while far from perfect, hold a special place in many fans’ hearts.AdvertSpeaking of Marvel, have you playedMarvel Rivalsyet?Even if they don’t though, the casting choices surrounding theMCUX-Men reboot still has fans worried.How could it not?AdvertThis is the chance for the X-Men to make a grand comeback –Marvelneeds to get this right.The latest casting rumour circulating is that Sadie Sink, best known for playing Max inStranger Things, is in the running to play Jean Grey.Although Sink is an excellent actor, the concern is that she’s too young for the part.A younger X-Men cast has been used before, most notably inX-Men: First Class, and it didn’t go down well.AdvertPersonally, I quite enjoyed those films, but they were in stark contrast to what had gone before.“Another X-Men movie with the young(er) cast?” Twitter account @popjunki3remarked.The age of Sink comes up again on Reddit, with mariusioannespposting, “Wasn’t expecting them to go that young with MCU’s X-Men casting. Might make things awkward with whoever they cast as Wolverine.”AdvertOf course, there are logical reasons for this choice, and there’s a simple way to avoid awkwardness.Firstly, some believe that the MCU will take its time making these films, and thus a younger cast is better because they’re in it for the long haul.Secondly, there’s no need to feature a love triangle in the reboot.As vinnybawbaw mentioned, Sink will be in her “mid-twenties” when these films are likely released.AdvertThough, they still believe the actor is a “weird” choice.Others, however, think this is a “good choice” and hope to see Sink officially announced as Jean Grey in the near future.We’re keen to learn more before we pass judgement.
It was never going to be easy to cast new actors to play the MCU’s X-Men.
If, like me, you remember the original 00s X-Men films, then you have a very specific image in mind when you think of these mutants.
Those films, while far from perfect, hold a special place in many fans’ hearts.
Advert
Advert
Speaking of Marvel, have you playedMarvel Rivalsyet?
Even if they don’t though, the casting choices surrounding theMCUX-Men reboot still has fans worried.
How could it not?
Advert
Advert
This is the chance for the X-Men to make a grand comeback –Marvelneeds to get this right.
The latest casting rumour circulating is that Sadie Sink, best known for playing Max inStranger Things, is in the running to play Jean Grey.
Although Sink is an excellent actor, the concern is that she’s too young for the part.
A younger X-Men cast has been used before, most notably inX-Men: First Class, and it didn’t go down well.
Advert
Advert
Personally, I quite enjoyed those films, but they were in stark contrast to what had gone before.
“Another X-Men movie with the young(er) cast?” Twitter account @popjunki3remarked.
The age of Sink comes up again on Reddit, with mariusioannespposting, “Wasn’t expecting them to go that young with MCU’s X-Men casting. Might make things awkward with whoever they cast as Wolverine.”
Advert
Advert
Of course, there are logical reasons for this choice, and there’s a simple way to avoid awkwardness.
Firstly, some believe that the MCU will take its time making these films, and thus a younger cast is better because they’re in it for the long haul.
Secondly, there’s no need to feature a love triangle in the reboot.
As vinnybawbaw mentioned, Sink will be in her “mid-twenties” when these films are likely released.
Advert
Advert
Though, they still believe the actor is a “weird” choice.
Others, however, think this is a “good choice” and hope to see Sink officially announced as Jean Grey in the near future.
We’re keen to learn more before we pass judgement.
Topics:Marvel,MCU,TV And Film,Disney
