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Marvel Cinematic Universe is one of the biggest platforms for actors to collect crown jewels to adorn their resume with remarkable credits. However, for some reason, a few actors had to call it quits abandoning their roles.
Most recently, Jonathan Majors who played Kang the Conqueror was dropped from the MCU by Marvel Studios after he was convicted of assault on his former girlfriend Grace Jabbari. Majors is not the only actor to be released by the studio, these five actors were also at the exit door of MCU for different reasons.
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5. Terrence Howard Was Conflicted With His MCU Salary
James “Rhodey” Rhodes is one of the important allies of Iron Man and he has been Tony Stark’s best friend.EmpireactorTerrence Howardplayed the character in the firstIron Manmovie that came out in 2008. Following the success of the movie, the studio went ahead with a sequel and Howard was approached to reprise his role. However, the actor demanded a higher salary and the studio was not in agreement and decided to let him go.Hotel RwandastarDon Cheadlereplaced Howard in the role of Colonel James Rhodes.
4. Josh Dallas’ Untimely MCU Departure
The DescentactorJosh Dallasplayed the Asgardian warrior Fandral in the first installment of theThorfranchise that came out in 2011. Dallas was scheduled to appear in the second movie of the franchise,Thor: The Dark Worldas well. However, due to his previous commitments to other projects, the actor had to leave through the exit doors of the studio. Shazam! starZachary Levireplaced Dallas.
3. Edward Norton’s Alleged Demands Cost Him Bruce Banner
Many fans and critics are in agreement that Mark Ruffalo has been the perfect cast for Bruce Banner a.k.a. The Hulk.Fight Clubstar Edward Norton was the original actor to play the character in a solo movie. Norton’sThe Incredible Hulkhit the theaters in 2008 grossing over $264.8 million against the production budget of $137.5–150 million. Later, the actor was supposed to reprise his MCU role inAvengersbut it never happened.Two factors kicked in for Norton’s departure— the first being the faces of Bruce Banner and the Hulk in the Norton movie were not a match, secondly, the actor allegedly wanted a huge creative control which was not digestible for the writers, director, and producers. Ruffalo replaced the actor inAvengersand continued to play the character.
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2. Damion Poitier Was the Original Thanos
Thanos made his debut in the 2012 movieAvengers.In the brief cameo, Damion Poitier played the role of the Mad Titan. At the time of his first appearance, the creators brought in Poitier in a hurry, and as Thanos was set to be the main villain ofAvengers: Infinity WarandAvengers: Endgame, the creators wanted a new actor to match the essence of the character.Deadpool’s Josh Brolin replaced Poitier in the later films.
1. Hugo Weaving Left MCU For Good
Hugo Weaving has an astounding career to his name which includes acclaimed titles likeThe MatrixandThe Lord of The Rings. The actor played Steve Rogers’ nemesis Red Skull inCaptain America: The First Avenger. However, when the character was scheduled to reprise the role inAvengers: Infinity Waras the guardian of the Soul Stone, Weaving reportedly refused to continue the character as he was more focused on shifting his career goal to appear in lesser blockbusters.The Walking Deadfame Ross Marquand replaced Weaving for the role inAvengers: Infinity War.
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Lachit Roy is a seasoned writer specializing in science and entertainment news. Armed with a postgraduate degree in Mass Communication and Journalism from Tezpur University, he brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to his craft.Lachit is particularly passionate about crafting engaging content on entertainment news and trends. A dedicated movie enthusiast, he possesses an in-depth understanding of the cinematic world and takes joy in disseminating the latest updates to the global fandom. When not immersed in writing, Lachit can be found indulging in his love for movies and series, occasionally tending to his garden, but predominantly expanding his expertise in the realms of his interests.
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