Jon Hamm, the acclaimed star of Mad Men, is closer than ever to joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). He's currently in discussions with Marvel about adapting a specific comic book storyline that has captured his interest. Hamm has openly admitted to pitching himself for multiple MCU roles.
His journey toward superhero stardom has been somewhat circuitous. He was previously slated to play Mister Sinister in Fox's X-Men franchise, filming scenes for The New Mutants that were ultimately cut due to the film's troubled production.
However, a recent Hollywood Reporter profile reveals Hamm's renewed enthusiasm for joining the MCU. He confirmed pitching himself for roles based on a comic book he admires, and Marvel's interest in adapting that same comic has fueled his hopes of securing a part. While the specific comic remains undisclosed, fueling fan speculation, Hamm's past expression of interest in portraying Doctor Doom for the Fantastic Four has only intensified the excitement.
Hamm's career is marked by his deliberate choices, avoiding typecasting by selecting roles that genuinely resonate with him. His recent appearances in Fargo and The Morning Show have solidified his prominent position in the entertainment world, making his potential MCU debut all the more anticipated. Despite previously declining the role of Green Lantern, his desire to portray a compelling comic book character remains strong. The possibility of him reprising Mister Sinister under Disney's direction, or even taking on the iconic Doctor Doom, continues to intrigue fans.
While Galactus is currently rumored as the main villain in the upcoming Fantastic Four reboot, the possibility of Hamm's involvement, either in this project or another MCU endeavor stemming from his pitched comic book storyline, remains a tantalizing prospect. Only time will tell if this collaboration comes to fruition on the big screen.
