Adam Driver MCU Tradition: Kevin Feige Laughs Off Actor's Habit of Turning Down Marvel Roles
The Marvel Studios president confirmed the long-running pattern in a new interview, saying he remains hopeful they'll find a part for the actor.
“It’s a tradition to Zoom with him and then he passes. That’s a long-lived tradition.”
- Director
- Destin Daniel Cretton
- Starring
- Tom Holland, Zendaya, Jon Bernthal
- Release
- 2026
- Genre
- Science Fiction, Action, Adventure
- Where to Watch
- In theaters
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige confirmed Adam Driver has a tradition of turning down roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, according to TheWrap. Feige made the remarks while promoting the upcoming film "Spider-Man: Brand New Day."
He described a recurring pattern of approaching the actor for potential parts.
What did Kevin Feige say about Adam Driver?
"It’s a tradition to Zoom with him and then he passes," Feige said. "That’s a long-lived tradition." The Marvel president laughed about the habit but clarified his interest in casting Driver remains undeterred. "It’s no secret we’d like to," Feige replied when asked about getting Driver into the MCU.
This latest comment follows recent rumors linking Driver to roles within the emerging X-Men franchise, such as Magneto or Mister Sinister. Feige expressed confidence that Marvel will eventually find the right role for the actor, despite the repeated passes.
What else did Feige discuss?
The interview proved candid on other topics. Feige also touched on the production difficulties facing Mahershala Ali's "Blade" movie, which was teased in a post-credit scene for "Eternals." "I am feeling like a gigantic loser and failure that we didn’t get off the ground with Mahershala," Feige admitted.
The film stars Tom Holland, Zendaya, and Jon Bernthal, and is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Marvel movie was Kevin Feige promoting?
Kevin Feige was promoting "Spider-Man: Brand New Day," the next MCU Spider-Man film starring Tom Holland. It is scheduled for release in July 2026.
Which actor did Feige express disappointment about?
Feige expressed disappointment about the stalled production of the "Blade" reboot starring Mahershala Ali, calling himself a "gigantic loser and failure" for not getting the project off the ground.
What roles has Adam Driver been rumored for?
Recent rumors have suggested Adam Driver could be in talks for roles tied to the X-Men franchise within the MCU, specifically mentioning the characters Magneto or Mister Sinister.
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