These WWE superstars would be perfect for a Marvel or DC Comics movie or TV show.
The performers of the WWE have always been among the best in-ring entertainers in the industry. It’s shown by far more than just their in-ring action. Multiple wrestlers have ended up on talk shows, guest starring in sitcoms, and starring roles in movies. What began with Hulk Hogan turned into Dwayne Johnson and now John Cena becoming mega movie stars. Considering all the talent comes through the WWE, that trend won’t stop any time soon.
There are some wrestlers that are only good in the setting they’re in. However, there’s more than a few that have the ability to take things to another level and land major roles in a movie or TV project And there are some just perfect for a comic book project.
John Cena will be starring in his own upcoming DC Comics HBO Max show Peacemaker (playing the title character and reprising the role from The Suicide Squad) and Dwayne Johnson will be portraying Black Adam. But they won’t be the last.
On that note, these eight current and former WWE Superstars have the best chance at playing roles in a Marvel or DC Comics project.
The Miz
The Miz said that he wanted to be a WWE star when he was on The Real World. He did more than that. The Miz has carved out an amazing career for himself and is definitely a future first ballot WWE Hall of Fame inductee. The Miz is, as he says, awesome. And not just in the ring. He improves as a wrestler and sports entertainer every year. He’s also been in a series of Marine movies, guest starred on Psyche, and just finished a run on Dancing with the Stars.
There’s a random Spider-Man villain named Hydro-Man that Miz would fit. He would add a bit of arrogance to him to make him fit in the MCU and wouldn’t have to be the more idiotic version we’ve seen in the comics. If not, maybe we could see him play a villain like Clayface in Batwoman.
Either way, The Miz in a comic book project would be awesome!
Big E
Not every WWE Champion was hand picked by the company. A lot of them had to work hard at it, try and fail at some things, and eventually find their place. This is what Big E did. Once the New Day took off, people started seeing the talent he always had. He helped the team become one of the best factions in WWE history. Now, as WWE Champion, Big E is showing the world what they’ve been missing.
Big E has the physical presence to steal a scene from anyone. Then, once he starts talking, his voice makes him an even bigger presence. He sounds like a preacher giving a sermon. You have no choice but to hang onto every word. If there’s ever an Old Man Logan animated or live action project, Big E could play the Kingpin. If anyone looks like they could take Magneto, it’s him. Also, he’d be a good Ox, especially if Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods played Fancy Dan and Montana. They’d be the perfect Enforcers.
It also has to be mentioned that he’s hilarious. Big E doesn’t take himself too seriously. He’s worn all sorts of costumes, done antics in the crowd (Google Big E popcorn), and made jokes about “Meat slapping Meat” when talking about Goldberg. In short, Big E is a treasure that the MCU should use.
Randy Orton
Randy Orton has a knack for playing someone you should hate. His sneaky ways and deplorable actions made him an elite heel throughout his entire career. He doesn’t talk much, but he doesn’t have to. Orton can make you detest him just from the look on his face (before the heinous actions that the Viper usually commits on his fellow WWE superstars). It’s a talent that many people can’t emulate.
Randy Orton is the perfect person to play a villain fighting the likes of Daredevil, Moon Knight, or the Punisher. The perfect pick would be Bushwacker. He’s an absolute psychopath and would definitely fit well on an adult Marvel Comics project. This could be a one shot or a recurring role.
Alexa Bliss
Whatever Alexa Bliss portrays, she does it well. She’s been loved and hated by the crowd and she’s played arrogant, mean, and scary. The latter has been a joy. Her new scary persona has been creepy, but she’s made it work. Hopefully, this gimmick stays around for a while.
The easy thing would be to say she should play Harley Quinn. But that’s too simple. But that doesn’t mean she couldn’t play a different menacing character. In fact, Bliss could be The Joker’s newest sidekick Punchline. She could do all the crazy with toned down wackiness. Plus, she would get to show off the cruelness that the Alexa Bliss character does so flawlessly.
It goes without saying that she would nail this role.
Jessica McKay
Before Jessica McKay (then Billie Kay) was released from the WWE, fans adored her. Watching her trying to be on everyone’s team and show her résumé was a bright spot of SmackDown. Just when she was gaining steam, however, she was unfortunately let go in a move that did not make fans happy. Now, she’s Impact Knockouts Tag Team Champion with her partner and bestie Cassie Lee and doing big things in her life.
There isn’t a character that jumps into this writer’s mind. Nevertheless, her personality screams Marvel Cinematic Universe. She would be great working alongside Jennifer Walters or a serious and surly character like Jessica Jones.
Big Show
The Big Show’s size puts him in a weird place. He could play someone that makes the hero look fantastic. Unfortunately, it limits who he can play. Previously, this writer wrote a piece on him playing the Wrecker. His personality and 7 feet over 300 pound frame makes him perfect for that character. After thinking about it more, though, it’s not the only villain he could play.
Put a red helmet on the Big Show and he could run through the X-Men as the Juggernaut. Give him a striped red and white shirt could fight the Punisher as the Russian -a character that puts a beating on Frank Castle like few people ever have.
If a major character doesn’t work, he could be an impressive henchman that takes Batman to the limit. Although, that wouldn’t necessarily highlight his comedic side – something that would be a waste to not utilize.
Roman Reigns
Roman Reigns has turned himself into one of the biggest stars in WWE history. That’s not an exaggeration. He’s defended his Universal Championship title for over a year and managed to win every time and put on a show no matter who he’s wrestling. On top of the incredible streak and matches, his promos have been masterful. If this was a couple of years ago, Roman wouldn’t make this list. Now, he’s become the WWE’s next big star.
Roman Reigns deserves a big role – someone that can show off his arrogant heel persona. The God of War Ares fits perfectly. Marvel Comics’ Ares knows how good he is and tells everyone who listens. This is exactly what Roman does every week. Give him a giant axe and let him hack away at the heroes of the MCU. Roman even has the body of a Greek God. What else do you need?
Sasha Banks
Sasha Banks has been a fan favorite since her days in NXT. It goes beyond her stuff in the WWE. Banks is also a huge comic book, anime, and Star Wars fan. She even lived out a dream when she played a role in The Mandalorian. It would be cool to see her achieve another one by being in a comic book project. Instead of Marvel or DC, put Sasha Banks in a Saga project.
The Saga comic book series sends the lead characters all over the universe. Because of this, there are a plethora of characters she could play. If this writer had a pick, he’d say she should play Izabel, Sophia, or Gwendolyn. She could also play a random being from Landfall or their moon works as well.
There’s also Kelly Sue DeConnick’s Bitch Planet – a series that revolves around a planet that houses only women criminals. Seeing Sasha Banks as one of the powerful women revolting would fit her character. This could turn into a role where she could shine bright.
What do you think? Are there other past or present WWE stars that should appear in a Marvel or DC Comics project? Let us know in the comments below.