New fan art of Keanu Reeves Makes the case for the actor to play his childhood dream Marvel role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Reeves has spoken with Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige in the past, but so far, nothing has come of it, as both sides are trying to find the ideal role for the actor. Reeves revealed that his childhood dream Marvel role was Ghost Rider, and the actor looks perfect for the character in MCU fan art.
On Reddit, user BloodFalcon616 Shared a look at What Keanu Reeves might look like as the MCU’s Ghost Rider.
The concept sees Reeves in his John Wick look as Ghost Rider, wearing a black leather jacket that has its sleeves on fire. Reeves’ Ghost Rider also has a fiery motorcycle that makes the full look exciting. At the moment, none of the announced projects on the MCU’s slate are confirmed to include Ghost Rider or Reeves, but that could change due to the direction the franchise is headed in.
What the casting of Keanu Reeves as Ghost Rider would mean for the MCU
The actor is extremely popular again
Reeves is one of the most famous movie stars in the world. After some time away from the spotlight, the John Wick Franchise put Reeves back on the map, with the action movies making the star popular with a whole new generation of fans. While he is 60, the physical demands John Wick Film series shows that Reeves is more than capable of performing the stunts needed for a superhero project, and the actor’s love for the character makes him a good candidate for the MCU’s Ghost Rider.
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The MCU has been developing its supernatural angle for a few years, with Werewolf by night Shows that Marvel wants to really delve into this part of the franchise. The in-development Blade Movie is another entry that will build the MCU’s supernatural stories, which could lead to Ghost Rider’s debut. Marvel’s Head of Streaming, Television and Animation, Brad Winderbaum, wants to see a Ghost Rider TV series (via Collider). Reeves’ casting as Ghost Rider would instantly make the character one of the MCU’s most popular, with the acting skills to bring a grizzled veteran version of Johnny Blaze to life.
Our take on Keanu Reeves possibly playing the MCU’s Ghost Rider
Reeves’ MCU debut should happen as soon as possible
Reeves’ experience with action franchises and superhero movies – he played DC’s John Constantine and will return for a sequel – and his dream of playing Ghost Rider since he was a child makes me sure that he would excel in the role. At 60, Reeves’ casting could even allow for multiple versions of Ghost Rider to come to the MCU. I would like to see a veteran Johnny Blaze exist alongside one or more Ghost Riders, sharing his experience with Robbie Reyes or others. Keanu Reeves Can do great work with dark characters and I want to see his Ghost Rider.
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