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Hugh Jackman compares Wolverine role to James Bond and Batman

July 11, 2017 by Robert Kojder

Retiring from the role of a beloved film character, especially a superhero, is a lot like a professional wrestler hanging up their boots; they may mean their words but the decision often doesn’t stick.

Nevertheless, Hugh Jackman seemingly appears committed to being done with portraying Wolverine after going out in style with Logan, arguably one of the best superhero films ever made.

With that said, it’s no surprise that Hugh Jackman sees the role as a highly coveted one, telling The Independent that: “Definitely someone else will play the role, it’s a great role. You know, it’s like a Bond or it’s like a Batman, those kinds of roles. Other people will play him for sure.”

Hugh Jackman will next be seen in theaters this Christmas for the biographical musical drama The Greatest Showman [watch the trailer here].

SEE ALSO: American Gods actor Pablo Schreiber wants to play Wolverine

Let us know below in the comments if you agree with the statements made by Hugh Jackman, and who you would like to see next tackle the role of Wolverine if and when Fox decide to recast the role…

Originally published July 11, 2017. Updated November 30, 2022.

Filed Under: Movies, News, Robert Kojder Tagged With: Hugh Jackman, Marvel, Wolverine, X-Men

About Robert Kojder

Robert Kojder is a member of the Chicago Film Critics Association, Critics Choice Association, and Online Film Critics Society. He is also the Flickering Myth Reviews Editor.

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