Who should play Jason Bourne if the franchise is rebooted? (2025)

How was Batman alive at the end of The Dark Knight Rises?

The Dark Knight Rises featured Batman's sacrifice to save Gotham, or at least it seemed to do so, as Bruce Wayne was later seen alive and well in the company of Selina Kyle. There are some theories as to how Bruce was alive, including a possible Lazarus Pit in connection to The Dark Knight trilogy's Ra's al Ghul and Bane's "The Pit" prison. However, The Dark Knight Rises teased how Christian Bale's Batman faked his death, as The Bat's autopilot had been fixed while Lucius Fox thought it was broken, so Bruce could have ejected himself before the bomb exploded.

Who should play the DCU's new Wonder Woman?

Gal Gadot is reportedly not coming back as the Wonder Woman of the new DC Universe. With the role up for grabs, there are a few actors who could take Diana Prince in interesting directions. A fan-favorite, Alexandra Daddario would nail the Greek mythology aspects of Wonder Woman's character after her role in the two Percy Jackson movies. That said, Andor's Adria Arjona is the candidate I currently like the most for the role, being able to imbue Diana with charisma and fierceness, which are both traits of the hero. Ana de Armas would be a great high-profile Wonder Woman choice.

Who should play Rogue in the MCU's X-Men reboot?

As development continues on the Marvel Cinematic Universe-set reboot of the X-Menfranchise, fans continue to voice their picks for who should play the iconic mutant superhero team, including Rogue. While some minds may gravitate to the likes of Jenna Ortega or Millie Bobby Brown for the role, I'd personally be intrigued to see Mckenna Grace's take on the character, as she's not only shown an incredible acting range in the recentGhostbustersmovie andA Friend of the Family, but also an interesting mix of introverted and extroverted personalities with her characters that I think would suit Rogue perfectly. Additionally, given the MCU has recast actors in the past, Grace's prior role as a young Carol Danvers could easily be a non-issue.

Who is the best live-action Superman actor?

Henry Cavill was the latest to take flight in theaters, but the DCEU's bleaker take on the Man of Steel never allowed him to truly shine. Brandon Routh had immense potential but was saddled with a boring movie. Tyler Hoechlin is a fantastic Clark Kent and Superman, being a top candidate. It is hard to put other actors above Tom Welling, as the star had ten seasons to develop his Clark Kent in Smallville. Ultimately, Christopher Reeve still stands as the most iconic take on Superman with a perfect dual performance, but David Corenswet could change things in 2025's Superman.

Deadpool & Wolverinedelivered on a bit of fan-casting with Henry Cavill appearing as a multiverse version of Hugh Jackman'sX-Menhero. While it seems unlikely he'll reprise the role beyond the movie, fans have been sharing their thoughts on who Cavill should play in the Marvel Cinematic Universe since he made his debut as Superman in the DC Extended Universe'sMan of Steel. Though Captain Britain and Cyclops remain the more popular choices, I personally think it would be intriguing to see him either play Nova, particularly since there's a TV show in the works for the character, or even Mephisto, as I think he could both deliver on the Devil's power as much as evil charm.

Where was Ahsoka during the original trilogy?

In the 40 years since the original trilogy ended, Star Was has introduced a number of iconic characters across its long-ranging timeline, and The Clone Wars' Ahsoka remains one of fans' favorites. Following a hiatus in her tenure, Ahsoka has recently been seen in the Mandalorian post-Empire era, leaving many to wonder where she was during the original trilogy of movies. Given Ahsoka was still so rattled by her master's turn to the Dark Side, it seems likely she was in hiding in the same vein as Obi-Wan Kenobi while she better honed her skills.

Would you like to see a direct sequel to Prometheus?

As someone who honestly enjoys a significant amount ofPrometheus, I admire the tonal difference between it and the originalAlienfilms. I wonder if there's some merit to the idea of having a direct sequel or series based on David, Shaw, and the world of the Engineers introduced in that film. We see some continuation inAlien: Covenant, but it's almost an entirely fresh cast and felt like more of a tone shift. WithAlien: Romulusnow bringing the saga back to its roots, I'd love to see other films explore more of the concepts established in the prequels.

Should Eternals 2 still happen?

Marvel currently has no plans for a sequel to Eternals, but that doesn’t mean Eternals 2 shouldn’t happen. Eternals wasn’t a success, but I think the story and characters deserve a second chance. The movie was also stylistically gorgeous, which was a breath of fresh air in the superhero genre. I think it would be a shame for such a talented cast, including Angelina Jolie, Gemma Chan, and Barry Keoghan to be in only one MCU movie. I’m still hopeful for Eternals 2.

Is Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom good casting?

During Marvel’s 2024 Hall H presentation at San Diego Comic-Con, it was revealed that Iron Man actor Robert Downey Jr. will be playing Doctor Doom in the MCU. Though Doctor Doom is a good replacement for Kang, Robert Downey Jr.’s casting has caused mixed reactions. I’m happy to see RDJ back in the MCU, but I might have a hard time seeing him as anyone but Iron Man. I hope Doctor Doom will be an Iron Man variant in the MCU rather than the franchise ignoring Robert Downey Jr.’s history as the superhero.

Should Channing Tatum get his own Gambit movie?

Channing Tatum finally takes on the role of Gambit in Deadpool & Wolverine and fans are loving it, myself included. One of the best "cameos" of the movie, his performance is being prasied all over social media. I would love to see Channing return as Gambit, however it is hard to say when a Gambit movie would fit into the MCU's plans. After just this small taste of him, I cannot see anyone else in the role. He did a great job with the accent, and he looked incredible in the costume - not to mention those awesome action sequences. If he is not able to get his own movie, I hope he pops up along the way in movies like Avengers vs. X-Men (whenever we get it).

Who should take over playing Freddy Krueger in A Nightmare On Elm Street?

Robert Englund recently confirmed that he would not be playing Freddy Krueger in theNightmare on Elm Streetfranchise again in the future beyond a potential animated movie, leaving the door open for someone else to take on the role. Though the prior attempt to relaunch the franchise with the Jackie Earle Haley-led 2010 remake was largely dismissed by critics, Haley's performance has stood out as one of the few good things about it for me, and I would certainly be open to him coming back. If not, other people I think would be great are Englund's own secondary pick, Kevin Bacon, particularly as it would be a fun full-circle moment to see him go from slasher victim in the originalFriday the 13thto an iconic slasher, Richard Brake, who is often incredibly haunting in the indie horror genre sphere, or if they want to go in a more quippy direction as the later sequels did, I would love to see Doug Jones or Matthew Lillard.

Should The Conjuring franchise continue after Last Rites?

The Conjuring: Last Rites was recently confirmed for a September 2025 release date. With the fourquel set to be the final mainline installment in the horror franchise, the interconnected universe's future remains in question, with no Annabelle or Nun sequels currently in the works, and the previously announced TV show getting no major updates in recent years, it seems like the end is indeed nigh. Despite the Nun's underwhelming storytelling, the Conjuring franchise should continue and offer other rising filmmakers the chance to shine, as Annabelle: Creation did with David F. Sandberg and the first Nun did for Corin Hardy.

What would be Avengers: Secret Wars' best superhero team-up?

Avengers: Secret Wars has the potential to feature a wide array of MCU and multiverse heroes. In order to defeat Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom, many powerful heroes will have to team up, and that could include some pairings that fans have been waiting to see for a very long time. The superhero duo I most want to see is Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man with Hugh Jackman's Wolverine, as the two helped set the path for future Marvel movies. I'd also love to see Andrew Garfield's Spider-Man with a Spider-Woman version of Emma stone's Gwen Stacy, bringing their chemistry back.

Be honest, do you like that Krypto is in James Gunn's Superman film?

The first trailer for 2025'sSupermanprominently features Krypto the Superdog. Because Krypto's appearance is a first for live-action on the big screen, there's certainly a wide range of reactions to Kal-El's four-legged friend, who possesses his own set of Kryptonian superpowers. That said, I'm very excited to see Krypto, who's often been an easily dismissed part of the Superman mythos. I'm also looking forward to what Krypto's appearance could mean for 2026'sSupergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, as the original comic features the Superdog as well.

Who should play Aloy in the Horizon Zero Dawn movie?

Columbia Pictures and Sony PlayStation are developing a movie adaptation ofHorizon Zero Dawn. There has been a mixed reception so far, and fans are unsure about whether they want a film or not. Either way, it's happening. There is no confirmation of casting as of yet, but I think someone like Karen Gillan or Emilia Clarke could be an interesting choice to portray Aloy.

After Nosferatu, which upcoming Robert Eggers movie is the most exciting?

AfterNosferatu, Robert Eggers is apparently working on a sequel toLabyrinthand an original werewolf story. I'm personally more excited for the latter, as I'd prefer to see Eggers tackling his own original stories. Sure,Labyrinthis a classic, but it's hard to imagine without David Bowie, and I'm always more encouraged by great directors developing fresh ideas.

Did the 2025 Snow White movie change too much from the original story?

While I have my gripes about Disney's 2025Snow Whitereboot, I don't think the narrative choices were among them. It's worth remembering that before Snow Whitewas a Disney movie, it was folklore, and stories of folklore are often subject to variation in different regions and cultural contexts. My problems with the movie were more about the qualities of the filmmaking, acting choices, etc, and more specific gripes than the story itself.

Has Abbott Elementary really written Jacob's ex-boyfriend, Zach, out of the show?

Abbott Elementaryseason 4 recently brought backJacob's ex-boyfriend, Zach. However, Ava's line about Zach's new boyfriend, which parallels her first meeting him back in season 1, has made some viewers believe that the character won't be returning after this. Of course, Zach isn't as relevant anymore, especially now that he and Jacob aren't together anymore, but I don't know whetherAbbott Elementarywould write him out in this way. It'll probably only be for a brief scene, but I have a feeling Zach will make a future appearance in the sitcom.

What will happen in Severance season 3 after that major Lumon twist?

I think that based on what happened in the Severance season 2 finale, season 3 will be divided into two main groups. Gemma, Devon, and Ms. Cobel will be trying to take Lumon down from the outside, using all the knowledge Cobel has of the company and Gemma's experience being held against her will. The other group will be Mark, Helly, Dylan, and the other Innies attempting to take control of the company from the inside. I would love to see them find a way to keep the Innies alive in case Lumon collapses.

Was Mark's decision in the Severance season 2 finale right?

I was shocked that Mark S. went against the plan and decided to stay on Lumon's severed floor with Helly instead of leaving with Gemma. That said, I understand where he was coming from. As he said to his Outie in the sequence with them exchanging videos from the finale that I loved, he was afraid that Lumon ending when the truth about Gemma got out would mean the death of all Innies. I believe Mark made the right choice, as Gemma and Devon can take down Lumon from the outside while he and Helly save the Innies.