Would Josh Brolin Rather Play The Avengers’ Thanos Or Deadpool’s Cable Again? He Answered That Question With More Detail Than I Expected

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The 2025 movie lineup is progressing steadily, and it’s no surprise that the growing list of Marvel films has followed suit. After _The Fantastic Four: First Steps_ wrapped up this year’s major MCU blockbusters, there are still many superhero movies on the horizon featuring our beloved characters. Given this, it’s difficult not to ponder the actors who played past heroes and villains, such as Josh Brolin. Recently, he has shared his thoughts on reprising the roles of Thanos or Cable, expressing a considered viewpoint on the subject.

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What Did Josh Brolin Say About Playing Thanos Or Cable Again?

Multiple actors have portrayed multiple characters within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), and Josh Brolin from the movie “Weapons” is one of them. He significantly contributed to making The Mad Titan a formidable presence across numerous films in the Infinity Saga, and in 2018’s “Deadpool 2,” he also played the role of the advanced, vengeful soldier from the future named Cable.

Next year, we’re about one year away from another exciting Marvel team-up movie titled “Avengers: Doomsday“. Scheduled for release in December 2026, it’s too early to confirm if Josh Brolin will reprise his roles as both Thanos and another character. However, during an interview with the Happy Sad Confused podcast, discussions about his portrayal of these characters emerged. Interestingly, Brolin shared that Thanos was initially intended as a brief cameo in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

In simpler terms, Regarding Deadpool 2, I felt relieved that it was over. If Thanos summoned me to London today, and asked for another collaboration, I’d respond with an immediate “Yes, I’ll be there tomorrow.

Brolin didn’t delve into the specific reasons behind his strong attachment to Thanos, to the point where he’d be ready to don the motion-capture suit once more and portray the villain again. However, it appears that his fondness for Robert Downey Jr., who stars as Doctor Doom in “Doomsday,” and the Russo brothers play a significant role in this connection. He further added…

I speak with Downey about four to six occasions per year. On the other hand, I converse with the Russos nearly four to six times each week, and I must say, I chat quite frequently with Joe.

The Oscar-nominated actor shared that he and directors Joe Russo are venturing into a new business venture together. He expressed his affection for the siblings, stating, “I adore them both. I think they’re fantastic.” When asked about the possibility of resurrecting Thanos (a rumor circulating), Brolin affirmed that he trusts the Russos completely to seamlessly incorporate such a surprising plot twist into the narrative they’re developing now. In other words, Brolin believes in the Russos’ skill to pull off this unexpected event within their current storyline.

Absolutely, I have no doubt they’ll cook up something truly exciting! After all, the culmination of a decade’s work is quite an achievement, and I’m curious to see how they’ll present it. Frankly, I can’t predict what’s in store, but I’m certain it will be captivating. They have a knack for creating engaging content, that much is clear!

While it’s too early to anticipate with enthusiasm the potential return of Brolin’s Thanos in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it’s reassuring to know that he is open to the possibility should it present itself.

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2025-08-08 16:39