Jon Hamm, the acclaimed star of Mad Men, is closer than ever to joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). He's currently in discussions with Marvel about adapting a specific comic book storyline that has piqued his interest. Hamm has openly admitted to pitching himself for multiple MCU roles.
His MCU journey almost began earlier. He was cast as Mister Sinister in Fox's X-Men franchise, specifically for The New Mutants. However, due to the film's troubled production, his scenes were ultimately cut.
A recent Hollywood Reporter profile revealed Hamm's renewed interest in the MCU. He disclosed pitching himself for roles based on a comic book he admires, and Marvel's shared enthusiasm for adapting that same comic has fueled his hopes. He boldly stated, "Good. I should be the guy."
The specific comic book remains undisclosed, fueling fan speculation. A popular fancast places Hamm as Doctor Doom, the iconic Fantastic Four villain. Hamm himself previously expressed interest in this role, highlighting Doctor Doom and the Fantastic Four as ideal projects.
Hamm's career is marked by diverse roles, avoiding typecasting. His recent work in Fargo and The Morning Show keeps him at the forefront of actors yet to appear in the MCU. While he declined the role of Green Lantern, his preference for compelling characters, particularly villains, makes Doctor Doom a strong possibility. However, with Galactus rumored as the main antagonist in the upcoming Fantastic Four reboot, Doom's involvement remains uncertain. A future reprise of Mister Sinister, this time under Disney's direction, is also a potential scenario.
The future of Hamm's MCU involvement, dependent on the chosen comic book storyline, remains to be seen.
