Peyton Reed confirmed fan speculation about MODOK in Ant-Man 3.

This led to a theory, backed byyears-long rumorsaboutStoll’s return to the MCU.

Now, fans finally have some confirmed answers.

MODOK, Marvel Studios

Who is MODOK in the MCU?

What inspired his connection to the Ant-Fam in this film?"

What would that look like in live action?"

Corey Stoll, MODOK

Its like [indistinct sucking sound].

And it dawned on me, like, what if…?

And I pitched the idea to Stephen Broussard and then to Kevin, and we ran with it."

Marvel’s MODOK Actor Defends Controversial Retcon In Ant-Man: Quantumania

Its like, If you guys do that, Im in.

He loved it, cause hes a comics nerd too.

But yeah, we were able to do it, and Im thrilled.

Marvel Studios Considered MODOK for an Earlier MCU Movie, Reveals Director

Its such a crazy, crazy thing to have in this movie."

Additionally, fans know from Cross' last appearance that he was obsessed with Pym Particles.

Perhaps the MCU’s MODOK will be formed using Pym technology, in some capacity.

Ant-Man 3 Artist Breaks Silence on MODOK’s Role In Sequel

Until fans see the movie, nothing is known for sure.

Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumaniareleases in theaters on Feb. 17.

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