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We’re always excited to see our favorite MCU actors return onscreen with further Marvel projects. This is why perhaps fans have been trying to figure out ways to bring back Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man, from the dead. But this time, it’s not about Downey Jr., it’sAvengers: Endgameactor Paul Bettany, who confirmed his MCU return.
According to recent reports from the actor, he is not done yet, with his work in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Known for playing the role of Vision, the character was last seen in the 2021 seriesWandaVision. Now, although there are no other projects in development for Paul Bettany, he confirmed during a panel at MegaCon 2024, that he is definitely returning as Vision, in further MCU projects.
Paul Bettany’s Work in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
From working in acclaimed movies likeThe Da Vinci Code, The Reckoning,andSolo: A Star Wars Story,Paul Bettanyfound his way into popular comic book movies in association with Marvel Studios. Gaining global recognition through his initial voice role as J.A.R.V.I.S. in theIron Manmovies, Bettany further appeared as an Avenger in MCU.
WandaVision: Paul Bettany Shares Picture From Behind The Scenes
Following his appearance inAvengers: Endgame(2019), Paul Bettany ventured into further MCU projects likethe 2021 seriesWandaVision, alongside Elizabeth Olsen. In that project, he portrayed multiple versions of the character, as Marvel Studios explored multiversal opportunities. However, afterWandaVision,Bettany had no official word from Marvel about his further return.
But surprisingly, on a recent note, theAvengers: Endgameactor noted that he will be returning to the MCU in some capacity moving forward. Shocking fans with his declaration, Bettany offered hope to his fans about witnessing one of the Avengers returning to the MCU. Although there are no other projects in development for Bettany, the actor confirmed that he is making a comeback.
Avengers: EndgameStar Confirms His Return to MCU
During MegaCon 2024 viaThe Direct, Paul Bettany, who previously played the role of Vision in Marvel Cinematic Universe, confirmed his return with further Marvel projects. The declaration came in response to a fan asking about the possibility of Vision’s return to the franchise. That’s when Bettany responded that there’s a 100% chance he will return.
“In any way, shape, or form, will Vision return? Or are you going to return to the MCU?”
“[After a long pause] Well, yeah… I mean, why wouldn’t I? Yes, 100%.” Bettany replied.
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Thereafter, sending shockwaves through the crowd and exciting fans seated at MegaCon 2024, Paul Bettany went on to discuss his MCU character. Answering a fan about how he went on to portray Vision’s “humanity”, Bettany offered an insightful response about his Avengers character.
“What was it like to play a robot or android with a type of soul? How did you capture his humanity?”
“No idea. Well, I do have one idea. My plan was that he’s sort of an omnipotent ingénue when he’s born. And then as he gets more and more sophisticated with the amount of data that he’s receiving, he becomes more human.” Bettany shared.
Witnessing his conversation about his character with fans, it seems theAvengers: Endgameactor was indeed serious about his return. Therefore, with direct confirmation from Paul Bettany himself, we believe there’s hope for fans to find Vision, once again, on screen.
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Krittika Mukherjee is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on films, TV shows, and celebrity news with over 3,000 articles published. With an educational background in Journalism, and a keen interest in filmmaking, Krittika blends factual precision with creative flair, when crafting her editorials, or dissecting fan theories.Her coverage often includes news and analyses of critically acclaimed films, celebrity news, and franchises like the Wizarding World, LOTR, DC, and MCU—particularly Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, Superheroes, and fan theories. As a Wizarding World aficionado, Krittika has spent countless hours exploring hidden backstories, unadapted book moments, spells, and trivias surrounding J.K. Rowling’s lore.An imaginative writer with a way with words, Krittika has worked as an entertainment journalist for the past two years and a web content writer for a year. She brought her experience and expertise to FandomWire to pursue her desire for sipping coffee while dissecting films and tracking celebrity drama.
