The Direct has picked 10 actors who could replace Patrick Stewart as Professor X in the MCU.

Now, the prospect of a reboot has been a highly-discussed topic among the MCU public.

The actor hasalready held talks with Marvel Studios for several rolesincluding Magneto, Doctor Doom, and Charles Xavier.

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Thewlis starred in the 2015 adaptation of J.

Doing this, Thewlis managed to command the screen with calmness, intelligence, and wisdom.

Unfortunately, said insect quickly met his demise due to a tragic encounter with a seagull.

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