Marvel Actor Was ‘Really Excited’ To Return To MCU Before Passing: Captain America 4 Producer Reflects On William Hurt's Surprise Passing Before Playing Red Hulk

The MCUs first actor behind the Hulks most relentless villain was eager to reprise his role.

The late William Hurt had ambitions of returning to his MCU character prior to his 2022 death.

Captain America: Brave New Worldwill see Sam Wilson contend with threats coming from multiple directions.

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When he passed, it was a surprise.

You figure out if it’s worth proceeding with the story you have or trying something else."

Thaddeus Ross did not appear in the Marvel Cinematic Universe for another eight years.

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He eventually resurfaced inCivil Waras the U.S. Secretary of State and one of the masterminds behind the Sokovia Accords.

As Moore mentioned, though, Thaddeus Ross lives on in the MCU despite William Hurts passing.

The character was recast with the legendary Harrison Ford, starting withCaptain America: Brave New World.

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The now-82-year-oldFord spoke recently about having to have more fun at this stage in his career.

But its fun, and I enjoyed it.

I had a great time, and Im delighted at the response that we got with the trailer."

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But Ford did not phone it in during his time on the Marvel sequel.

The last thing you want is to be the person that hurts Harrison Ford.

At one point, I needed him landing and thought we can have the stunt guy do it.

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He’s like, ‘No, no, no!

I’ll do it.’

I put up an apple box that’s about two feet off the ground.

But its important to remember that Ford has been acting for nearly 60 years.

Marvel StudiosCaptain America: Brave New Worldflies into theaters on February 14, 2025.