33 actors we need to see in major comic book movies and TV shows
By Mark Lynch
12. Kristofer Hivju
Tormund Giantsbane was this writer’s favorite character on Game of Thrones. He was a great warrior, good to his people, and an absolute goof. In a lot of ways, he assisted in ways other characters couldn’t. He helped break away from the seriousness that plagued the show at times. His entire persona screams MCU.
Let Kristofer Hivju loose as The Wrecker or the Juggernaut. He could make the same kind of jokes and comments he did as Tormund, just with a different costume and backstory. This writer is torn as to which one he should play. Juggernaut means he can be both villain and hero, which means longevity in the MCU. Although, seeing him fight Thor one-on-one would be an unforgettable battle.
Comic book project: Avengers as The Wrecker or X-Men as Juggernaut
11. Zac Efron
Is there anything that Zac Efron can’t do? Drama, singing, dancing, comedy, romance? He’s done it all. Unless you don’t count Baywatch, the one thing we haven’t seen him do is action. He’s an A-list star that can play whatever character he wants. Instead of a comic book hero everyone knows, why not use his talents to make an unknown a star?
Jamie Madrox, a.k.a. the Multiple Man, is literally a complex character. Each of the duplicates he produces have a different aspect of his personality. This means the actor would have to play multiple roles (pun intended). Zac Efron could do that better than anyone else.
An X-Factor or Jamie Madrox Film Noir style show with a hint of comedy starring Zac Efron would blow people’s minds. Make it happen, Marvel!
Comic book project: X-Factor as Multiple Man