Harrison Ford will next be seen as General Thaddeus 'Thunderbolt' Ross in 'Captain America: New World Order'
He will also be seen in his iconic role 'Indiana Jones' one last time.
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Hollywood veteran Harrison Ford has joined the cast of 'Captain America: New World Order', starring Anthony Mackie in the title role. According to entertainment website The Hollywood Reporter, the actor will take on the role of General Thaddeus 'Thunderbolt' Ross. Oscar winner William Hurt originally played the character in films ranging from 2008's 'The Incredible Hulk' through 'Black Widow' (2021). Hurt died in March at the age of 71.
While this is Ford's first collaboration with MCU, the actor is no stranger to frontlining successful franchises. Previously he had led mega successful franchise films such as 'Star Wars' and 'Indiana Jones' for decades.
The plot of the upcoming feature, which falls under Marvel Studios' Phase 5, is being kept under wraps. Mackie will reprise his role as Sam Wilson, who assumed the mantle of Captain America in the hit Disney+ series 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier'.
Julius Onah will direct the movie, which also stars Shira Haas, Tim Blake Nelson and Carl Lumbly.
Malcolm Spellman, creator of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier', co-wrote the script for the upcoming superhero picture with series staff writer Dalan Musson. Spellman will also produce the film alongside Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige.
'Captain America: New World Order' is slated to be released on May 3, 2024.
'Thunderbolt' Ross first appeared in 'The Incredible Hulk#1' comic series (1962). He was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby as a nemesis for their green-skinned, buffy hero Hulk. For a long time, he was a recurring character. He became a regular character in 'Avengers, Vol 4' from issue#7 (2011) to its final issue #34 (2013). His growing popularity finally resulted in his debut as a main character in the 2012 'Thunderbolts' series.
Ford will next reprise his role as the globe-trotting archaeologist Indiana Jones for the franchise's untitled fifth film, slated to be released on June 30, 2023. This will be his last outing as the iconic archaeologist. He will also topline the upcoming Apple comedy series "Shrinking".
Filmmaker Steven Spielberg gave a casual hint at making 'Indiana Jones V' with Harrison Ford on board to reprise his role.
While this is Ford's first collaboration with MCU, the actor is no stranger to frontlining successful franchises. Previously he had led mega successful franchise films such as 'Star Wars' and 'Indiana Jones' for decades.
The plot of the upcoming feature, which falls under Marvel Studios' Phase 5, is being kept under wraps. Mackie will reprise his role as Sam Wilson, who assumed the mantle of Captain America in the hit Disney+ series 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier'.
Julius Onah will direct the movie, which also stars Shira Haas, Tim Blake Nelson and Carl Lumbly.
Malcolm Spellman, creator of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier', co-wrote the script for the upcoming superhero picture with series staff writer Dalan Musson. Spellman will also produce the film alongside Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige.
'Captain America: New World Order' is slated to be released on May 3, 2024.
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'Thunderbolt' Ross first appeared in 'The Incredible Hulk#1' comic series (1962). He was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby as a nemesis for their green-skinned, buffy hero Hulk. For a long time, he was a recurring character. He became a regular character in 'Avengers, Vol 4' from issue#7 (2011) to its final issue #34 (2013). His growing popularity finally resulted in his debut as a main character in the 2012 'Thunderbolts' series.
Ford will next reprise his role as the globe-trotting archaeologist Indiana Jones for the franchise's untitled fifth film, slated to be released on June 30, 2023. This will be his last outing as the iconic archaeologist. He will also topline the upcoming Apple comedy series "Shrinking".
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