Los Angeles, CA – Alexandra Shipp, known for her role as Storm in the X-Men movies, recently expressed her thoughts on potentially reprising the iconic mutant character. Shipp admitted that Storm didn’t have much dialogue in the films and expressed her frustration with being marginalized in a large ensemble cast. In a 2019 interview, she stated, “Because Storm barely has anything to say as it is. I don’t know about [the other actors] but like we never talk. So it would be really nice if we weren’t piled into yet another jam-packed cast, in which you only see me in the back of the shot like f*cking sasquatch.”
Marvel Studios, which now oversees the X-Men franchise, is rumored to be planning a reboot. While it remains uncertain if original cast members will be recast, there have been instances of actors from previous X-Men films appearing in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Patrick Stewart, who portrayed Charles Xavier, appeared in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, and Kelsey Grammar provided the voice for the CGI Beast in The Marvels. Additionally, Hugh Jackman is set to reprise his role as Wolverine in Deadpool 3.
When asked if she would consider playing Storm again, Shipp expressed disinterest and suggested that other actresses could excel in the role. She emphasized, “I think there are other women who can take on that role and really kill it.” In contrast, James McAvoy, who portrayed the younger Professor X, seemed more open to the possibility but stressed the importance of a good script and direct communication from the studio.
Fans have expressed their desire to see new actors take on these beloved roles, which might eventually become a reality. Speculation suggests that Deadpool 3 will lay the groundwork for the X-Men reboot, giving audiences a better understanding of Marvel’s plans for the mutants.
While it remains unclear if Shipp or other original cast members will return, the door appears to be open for future cameos or reprisals. The X-Men franchise’s transition to Marvel Studios under Disney’s ownership offers the opportunity for fresh interpretations of these iconic characters, giving them the chance to thrive in new stories and scenarios.
In conclusion, Alexandra Shipp has expressed her hesitation to reprise the role of Storm in the X-Men franchise. Marvel Studios’ potential reboot may provide opportunities for new actors to take on these iconic roles. Although the future is uncertain, fans eagerly anticipate Deadpool 3 as a possible precursor to the X-Men’s arrival in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.