Key Takeaways:

– Actor Matthew McConaughey had earlier shown interest in playing the Hulk.
– McConaughey was denied the role by Marvel.
– There's a chance he might portray a Hulk variant in Avengers: Secret Wars.
– Mark Ruffalo expresses interest in a standalone Hulk film.

Matthew's Hulk Dream Denied, but Hope Still Lingers

Matthew McConaughey has never shied away from expressing his love for Marvel's green titan, the Hulk. Despite being turned down to portray the Hulk in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), McConaughey remains hopeful about playing a Hulk variant in the upcoming Avengers: Secret Wars or a standalone Hulk film starring Mark Ruffalo.

On the Happy Sad Confused podcast four years ago, McConaughey admitted his admiration for the 70s TV icon, The Incredible Hulk, and expressed a desire to play Bruce Banner, the Hulk's human alter ego. Although Marvel politely said no, the actor's dream may not be over just yet.

Possibility to Play Hulk in Avengers: Secret Wars

According to rumors, there might be a spot for McConaughey in the avengers: Secret Wars as the Maestro Hulk variant, a character that mixes Hulk's strength with Bruce Banner's brainpower. It would be an opportunity for him to bring a twist to the beloved character's narrative by showcasing a darker side, unlike Mark Ruffalo's hero portrayal.

Mark Ruffalo and the Standalone Hulk Film

As for the current Hulk, Mark Ruffalo, his story isn't over. He has voiced his interest in a standalone Hulk project even though the future of such a venture seems uncertain due to high production costs. As Ruffalo stated in an interview with GQ, “I'd love to do a standalone Hulk, I just don't think that's ever going to happen. It's very expensive, which is why they use the Hulk so sparingly.”

Ruffalo's and McConaughey's Hulks, Together?

An intriguing possibility arising from the recent developments in the MCU's multiverse saga is that Ruffalo and McConaughey could appear on screen together, each portraying different Hulk variants. This unique scenario—both if a standalone film materializes or not—can satiate the actor's longstanding aspiration and at the same time keep fans on the edge of their seats.

McConaughey as Maestro: Bridging Fan Expectations and Comic Storyline

In Marvel Comics, Maestro Hulk, potentially to be played by McConaughey, rules over a dystopian world. The idea of introducing Maestro Hulk in the Marvel Cinematic Universe aligns perfectly with the comic storyline that inspires Avengers: Secret Wars. This correspondence to the source makes a possible Maestro appearance incredibly appealing to the fans—possibly more appealing than to McConaughey, as he gets to live his childhood dream on screen.

In Sum

Despite early disappointment, Matthew McConaughey's wish to play the Hulk might come true in the much-anticipated Avengers: Secret Wars or a standalone film. The prospect of him and Mark Ruffalo portraying different Hulk versions has sparked excitement among the fans who can hardly wait for its release on May 7, 2027. As we keep our fingers crossed for Matthew McConaughey's Hulk dream to come true, the Avengers: Secret Wars promises to be a wild, thrilling ride.