Key Takeaways:
– The infamous villain, Maxwell Lord, played by Pedro Pascal in 2020's Wonder Woman 1984, may return in James Gunn's DC Universe.
– A recent set photo from Gunn's Superman shows a logo associated with Maxwell Lord, causing speculation.
– Pascal's involvement in the upcoming Fantastic Four for Marvel makes his availability uncertain.
Let's start with the blast from the past. Back in 2020, characters like Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman and Pedro Pascal's Maxwell Lord graced our screens in DC's Wonder Woman 1984. Though critics weren't kind to the movie, fans remembered the interesting portrayal by Pascal of a cunning entrepreneur who made dangerous deals fueled by personal greed.
The Speculation Around Maxwell Lord's Return
In a surprise turn of events, it seems that Pascal may be reprising his role as Maxwell Lord in James Gunn's DC Universe. This speculation started when a photo was leaked from the set of Gunn's Superman. The photo sparked interest as it showed Mr. Terrific proudly wearing a suit bearing what looked like the business logo of Maxwell Lord. Now, if that isn't intriguing, what is?
This has started a discussion among fans about whether we're about to see some superhero sponsorships – or if Pascal might return as the previously despised Maxwell Lord. But let's consider both these options.
Pascal's Possible Return as Maxwell Lord
Fans find the idea of Pedro Pascal returning to the DC Universe as thrilling. With his riveting performance as Maxwell Lord still fresh in our minds, many of us are hoping for a comeback. But the final decision lies with James Gunn and Pascal himself.
However, there might be a hurdle to this wishful thinking. Pedro Pascal seems to be quite busy already with another highly-anticipated project that may keep him occupied.
Pedro Pascal's Commitment to Marvel's Fantastic Four
Our beloved Pedro Pascal is all set to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) with the Fantastic Four movie. Known for his adaptability, Pascal will be playing the role of Mister Fantastic – quite a shift from his previous villainous role.
With the Fantastic Four reboot directed by Matt Shakman, expectations are high. Other notable stars like Joseph Quinn from Stranger Things also feature in the movie and they all have had only good things to say about the project.
Quinn recently gushed about the exceptional script and his wonderful co-stars in an interview with Comic Book. With his current commitments to the MCU, Pascal's calendar appears to be quite packed.
Fans' Hope for a Collision of Universes
Despite Pascal's commitment to Marvel, DC fans are still holding onto hope that he would make time for a comeback in James Gunn's DC Universe. Indeed, it would be exciting to see Pascal juggling roles in both universes.
There's no denying that Wonder Woman 1984 was met with lukewarm reception, garnering a mediocre rating of 5.4/10 on IMDB and only 58% on Rotten Tomatoes. But Pedro Pascal's solid performance as Maxwell Lord was a silver lining and fans are eager to see more.
Ultimately, only time will tell if Pascal would find time for Gunn's DCU amidst his Marvel duties. Until then, fans can relive Pedro Pascal's stirring performance in Wonder Woman 1984, streaming now on Max in the U.S.
Whether he returns as Maxwell Lord or not, Pedro Pascal's journey across universes is worth the attention. His diverse roles continue to maintain high anticipation among fans, making him a valuable asset to any cinematic universe.
