Summary
Red Hulk actor Harrison Ford discusses his experience filmingCaptain America: Brave New WorldatSan Diego Comic-Con2024, praising theMCUproduction.Captain America: Brave New World’s castbrings back two villains introduced in 2008’sThe Incredible Hulkmore than 16 years after their first appearance, Samuel Sterns and Thaddeus Ross. This time, both antagonists will appear in their Gamma-powered form. Samuel Sterns is expected to reveal his full look as The Leader, andThaddeus Ross will transform into the Red Hulkto fightthe MCU’s new Captain Americain front of the White House.
Speaking toScreen Rantat San Diego Comic-Con, Harrison Ford describesCaptain America: Brave New Worldas a unique but enjoyable venture. Ford applauds director Julius Onah and star Anthony Mackie in particular. Read Ford’s full comments below:
Screen Rant: You’ve been in so many iconic franchises. What is it about Marvel that stands out?
Harrison Ford: It’s a whole different cut of cloth, isn’t it? I mean, it’s free of some normal constraints to the imagination, it’s delightful to deal with, and it’s fun. The people that I’ve worked with were fantastic. The director’s great. Julius Onah did a terrific job. Mr. Mackey’s great fun to work with. We had a good time; I enjoyed it.
Why Harrison Ford Joined The MCU
Harrison Ford Replaces The Late William Hurt As Thaddeus Ross
The late William Hurt played General Thaddeus Ross inThe Incredible Hulkand reprised his role eight years later inCaptain America: Civil War, where Ross had already ascended to Secretary of State. Hurt returned once more for a brief cameo inAvengers: Endgame, where Ross attended Tony Stark’s funeral.Sadly, William Hurt passed away in March 2022 aged 71, and Thaddeus Ross was recast forCaptain America: Civil Warwith Harrison Ford filling the role.
Since Red Hulk is an essential part of Thaddeus Ross' story, Marvel decided to recast the character forCaptain America: Brave New World
Various MCU characters' MCU story have had to be changed due to external factors. War Machine and Hulk were recast when Terrence Howard and Edward Norton decided to leave the franchise,Kang and his variants will be replaced by Doctor Doomfollowing Jonathan Majors' firing by Marvel Studios after he was found guilty of two criminal charges, and T’Challa was retired following Chadwick Boseman’s untimely passing. Since Red Hulk is an essential part of Thaddeus Ross' story, Marvel decided to recast the character forCaptain America: Brave New World.
How Big Is Red Hulk Compared To The MCU’s Hulk?
Red Hulk is officially coming to the MCU as per the Captain America: Brave New World trailer, but how much will he tower over the movie’s protagonist?
It’s unclear whether Harrison Ford’s President Ross will return afterCaptain America: Brave New World. However, Harrison Ford’s positive experience at Marvel is a positive sign. Ford famously pokes fun at hisStar Warsfame, often admitting he wants to move on from Han Solo. If Marvel Studios considers the possibility of bringing Red Hulk back for movies likeAvengers: DoomsdayandAvengers: Secret Wars, Harrison Ford might be on board to return.
