At a Glance
- Stranger Things star Joe Keery is reportedly in talks for a major Marvel role
- Tessa Thompson remains silent on Valkyrie’s return in Avengers: Doomsday
- New footage drops for Starfleet Academy, Primal, and 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
- Why it matters: Fans are speculating on which iconic character Keery could play
Marvel Studios may have found its next superhero in Joe Keery, according to a new report. The Stranger Things breakout is said to be circling a key part in the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Marvel Eyes Joe Keery
Insider Daniel Richtman told News Of Fort Worth that Keery is being eyed for a major MCU role. The report, first published by Comic Book Movie, does not specify which character the actor would portray.
Fan forums have long floated three names:
- Cyclops – the X-Men’s laser-eyed field leader
- Nova – the cosmic powerhouse Richard Rider
- Harry Osborn – Peter Parker’s troubled best friend
No offer has been confirmed and Marvel has yet to comment.
Valkyrie’s Future Uncertain
Meanwhile, Tessa Thompson is keeping quiet about Valkyrie showing up in next year’s Avengers: Doomsday. Speaking to The Playlist, the actress said she was “not able to confirm anything” when pressed on the matter.
> “Oh, [I’m] not able to confirm anything,” Thompson said. “I think this is the coolest thing about hanging out inside of the Marvel Cinematic Universe: all the incredible people that you get to play with, both the incredible craftspeople that create these worlds, all the amazing directors that they invite into these spaces, and all of the incredible talent.”
She added that Marvel films allow actors to explore “so many tonal spaces.”
First Look at 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
SFX Magazine has released an exclusive poster for 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple. The one-sheet spotlights Jack O’Connell as Sir Jimmy Crystal, described in the artwork as a bizarre new character in the post-apocalyptic franchise.
Lily’s Ritual Trailer Drops
A remote cabin, a witchcraft initiation, and practical effects collide in the trailer for Lily’s Ritual. Bloody-Disgusting bills the Spanish folk-horror film as “inspired by the mythological she-demon Lilith.” The clip shows the ceremony spiraling into chaos once the ritual begins.
Starfleet Academy Clip Debuts
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy has released a fresh scene from its upcoming premiere. The footage features the Emergency Medical Hologram inducting new cadets and explaining the difference between a standard tricorder and a medical tricorder.
Primal Returns With New Episode
Adult Swim’s Primal unveiled a trailer for next week’s installment, titled “Kingdom of Sorrow.” The preview shows Spear stumbling into a lion’s den, setting up another brutal prehistoric encounter.
Key Takeaways
- Joe Keery is reportedly on Marvel’s casting radar for an undisclosed role
- Tessa Thompson neither confirms nor denies Valkyrie’s appearance in Avengers: Doomsday
- Fresh promotional material has landed for 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, Lily’s Ritual, Starfleet Academy, and Primal
The next wave of genre announcements is expected during San Diego Comic-Con next month.
