During a recent interview on The Playlist’s Bingeworthy podcast, actor Josh Brolin expressed his disappointment about not reprising his role as Cable in the upcoming Marvel movie Deadpool and Wolverine. Brolin, known for his portrayal of Thanos in the Infinity Saga, joked about seeing the film listed on his IMDb page and shared his desire to be part of it.
Brolin reminisced about the fun he had playing Cable in 2018’s Deadpool 2, which was produced when 20th Century Fox still held the rights to X-Men and Fantastic Four properties. Following Disney’s acquisition of Fox, Deadpool 3 transitioned into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) with a focus on the multiverse concept. While familiar faces from the Deadpool franchise return for Deadpool and Wolverine, Cable is notably absent.
Marvel Studios’ Decision
It remains unclear whether Marvel Studios intentionally avoided Josh Brolin’s Cable in the film or if the story simply didn’t accommodate the character. Notably, other familiar Deadpool characters like Vanessa, Blind Al, and Dopinder are back. The film also reintroduces Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine from another universe.
Complexity of the MCU
Josh Brolin hinted at the complexity of the MCU and the mystery surrounding Marvel’s decisions. Given that actors can portray multiple roles in the MCU, fans wondered why Brolin couldn’t continue as both Thanos and Cable. However, Marvel’s approach to character inclusion in Deadpool and Wolverine suggests specific narrative choices.
Hopes for Cable’s Fate
Fans hope Deadpool and Wolverine will address Cable’s absence or explain his whereabouts after Deadpool 2. Speculation includes whether Cable is on a solo mission, returned to his original time period, or was affected by Wade Wilson’s time-travelling antics. The possibility of humorous outcomes adds intrigue.
Streaming Options
While awaiting Deadpool and Wolverine’s release on July 26, viewers can stream Deadpool 2 on Disney+. Additionally, X-Men ’97 Season 1 offers a different version of Cable in the 2024 TV schedule, catering to Marvel enthusiasts.
