MCU Fans Rally for Nicolas Cage’s Ghost Rider in Avengers: Doomsday

As excitement builds for Avengers: Doomsday, speculation is swirling about which familiar faces might make a comeback. While Tobey Maguire and Hugh Jackman are already rumored to reprise their iconic roles, fans are now turning their attention to another Marvel veteran: Nicolas Cage. The call for Cage to return as Ghost Rider in the Multiverse Saga is gaining serious traction, with many hoping to see him join the expanding roster of returning heroes.

Fans Push for Nicolas Cage’s Return as Ghost Rider

Nicolas Cage, a longtime Marvel Comics enthusiast, famously lobbied for the role of Ghost Rider and brought Johnny Blaze to life on the big screen. Before landing that part, Cage was even considered for the role of Green Goblin in Sam Raimi’s Spider- Man trilogy, a role that ultimately went to Willem Dafoe. According to reports, Cage discussed the possibility with Raimi but couldn’t commit due to other film projects. Stan Lee himself once said,

“He’d be a great Green Goblin.”

Although Cage never played the villain, he’s remained a fixture in the superhero world, even being cast as the lead in Sony’s upcoming live-action Spider-Man Noir series.

While his portrayal of Ghost Rider didn’t reach the same level of acclaim as Dafoe’s Green Goblin, Cage’s take on the anti-hero still resonated with a dedicated fanbase. Now, Marvel enthusiasts are urging Kevin Feige to bring Cage back as Johnny Blaze, hoping to see him alongside other returning characters from across the Marvel multiverse.

Nicolas Cage Nearly Returned in Deadpool & Wolverine

Ryan Reynolds recently revealed that there were plans for Cage’s Ghost Rider to appear in the blockbuster Deadpool & Wolverine. During an interview, Reynolds shared that Cage was among the Marvel heroes considered to join Deadpool and Wolverine in their battle against Cassandra Nova. Despite conversations with Cage, Reynolds said it was ultimately a “no-go” for the cameo. Cage hasn’t played Ghost Rider since 2011’s Spirit of Vengeance, and while Marvel introduced a new version of the character in Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., that incarnation was Robbie Reyes, portrayed by Gabriel Luna.

Industry insiders and rumor mills have continued to hint at Cage’s possible return. Daniel Richtman, a well-known source for Marvel news, has suggested that Cage could reprise his role as Johnny Blaze in a future MCU project. Fans are holding out hope that he’ll appear in either Avengers: Doomsday or Avengers: Secret Wars, joining other legendary Marvel actors for a multiversal showdown.

Maguire and Jackman Set for a Multiversal Showdown

Speculation about the return of Tobey Maguire and Hugh Jackman has also been heating up. According to Daniel Richtman, Maguire’s Spider-Man and Jackman’s Wolverine are expected to face off in the upcoming Avengers film. Social media buzzed with the news, with images circulating that tease an epic clash between the two fan-favorite heroes.

Early rumors suggested Maguire might play a significant role in Tom Holland ’s next Spider-Man film, but recent updates indicate that neither Maguire nor Andrew Garfield will appear alongside Holland. While Maguire’s involvement in a potential Spider-Man 4 remains uncertain, Richtman maintains that both he and Jackman are set to appear in Doomsday. Previous reports even claimed that Maguire and Jackman would lead a multiversal army against Kang, but the latest updates suggest a different direction for the MCU’s next big chapter.

Marvel Fans Await the Next Big Reveal

With so many rumors and insider reports swirling, Marvel fans are eagerly awaiting confirmation about which beloved characters will return for Avengers: Doomsday. The possibility of seeing Nicolas Cage back as Ghost Rider, alongside Maguire’s Spider-Man and Jackman’s Wolverine, has sparked a wave of excitement across the fandom. As speculation continues, fans are voicing their hopes and sharing their thoughts on social media, eager to see how the Multiverse Saga unfolds.

Ghost Rider is currently available to stream on Starz with AppleTV.