- Matrix star Laurence Fishburne has publicly pitched himself to play Professor X in the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe reboot of X-Men.
- The surprise announcement came during a Matrix reunion panel at New York Comic Con, drawing loud cheers and immediate approval from the audience.
- Fishburne has previously been part of the MCU, playing Dr. Bill Foster in “Ant-Man and the Wasp.”
- Despite his interest in Marvel, the actor confirmed he has no desire to join the Star Wars universe, preferring to remain a fan.
Matrix Legend Sets Sights on Marvel’s Mutants
In a move that sent waves of excitement through New York Comic Con, veteran actor Laurence Fishburne declared his ambition to take on one of the most iconic roles in comic book history: Professor Charles Xavier. The surprise pitch occurred during a panel celebrating the legacy of The Matrix, where Fishburne revealed his keen interest in joining the MCU’s highly anticipated X-Men reboot.
A Pitch That Electrified the Crowd
As the panel discussion turned to future projects, Fishburne seized the moment. “I know that they’re talking about the X-Men now,” he began, before directly asking the audience, “what do you think about Laurence Fishburne as Professor X?”
The question was met with an immediate and thunderous ovation from fans, a clear sign of social proof for the casting idea. The panel moderator, Josh Horowitz, echoed the crowd’s sentiment, enthusiastically responding, “Approved. Greenlit!” The role of the powerful telepathic mutant has been famously portrayed by Sir Patrick Stewart and James McAvoy in 20th Century Fox’s film series, leaving massive shoes to fill.
Not His First Marvel Rodeo
While this would be a new chapter, Fishburne is no stranger to the Marvel universe. Fans will remember his role as Dr. Bill Foster (Goliath) in 2018’s “Ant-Man and the Wasp.” His potential return in a different, more central role has ignited speculation and excitement about the future of the MCU.
No Lightsabers on the Horizon
When prompted about other potential franchises, Fishburne was quick to clarify his stance on a galaxy far, far away. Despite being an avid viewer of the Star Wars series, including “Rebels,” he has no interest in picking up a lightsaber. “I’m good on the couch with Star Wars,” he joked. “I don’t need a lightsaber. I don’t — pew pew!”
Ultimately, Fishburne expressed that his true dream role is always the “next one,” a philosophy that has guided his illustrious career for decades. With the X-Men reboot still in early development at Marvel Studios, this public pitch and the overwhelming fan support could be the first step toward seeing a powerful new take on the leader of the X-Men.
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