Sacha Baron Cohen as a Villain in Marvel's Ironheart?
A possible leak could provide a hint about the villain.
"Daredevil: Born Again" has now started, but the next Marvel series is not far away either: "Marvel's Ironheart". There are currently discussions about the series' villain. One name that keeps coming up is Sacha Baron Cohen.
"Marvel's Ironheart" has been in the works for a long time and there have been discussions about Sacha Baron Cohen's involvement for almost as long. But what role could the "Borat" actor take on? Since the first speculation about Cohen, the rumor mill has been buzzing with one possible role in particular: Mephisto.
Mephisto is a particularly powerful Marvel villain who first appeared in the comics in 1968. The character is based on Mephistopheles from Goethe's "Faust". There has long been discussion about when and where Mephisto could make his debut in the MCU. Whether it will be in "Marvel's Ironheart" has not yet been confirmed.
Leak of concept images?
The online portal ComicBookMovie is now reporting a possible leak of concept images. However, the portal cannot definitively confirm whether these are intended for "Marvel's Ironheart". However, ComicBookMovie comes to the conclusion: If the concept images were made for the MCU series, the villain could be someone else entirely. Further clues would point to the villain Dormammu, albeit interpreted in a more human way than in the comics. Dormammu would probably make more sense, as he is responsible for the superpowers of the antagonist "The Hood". This character is set to play a role in "Ironheart".
Whether Mephisto or Dormammu - the speculation surrounding Sacha Baron Cohen continues unabated. A final answer awaits us on June 24, 2025 at the latest, when "Marvel's Ironheart" will start on Disney+. Find out all the important information about the series in our series preview!
The MCU's most popular series
The MCU now not only has a large film universe, but also several series. Here we take a look back at some of the most popular ones.
WandaVision
"WandaVision" was the first MCU series on Disney+ and delighted viewers with its creative mix of classic sitcoms and a dark, emotional story. The series follows Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen) and Vision (Paul Bettany) in a strangely perfect suburban world that increasingly turns out to be an illusion characterized by Wanda's grief. "WandaVision" was special above all because of its unique narrative style.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
"The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" explores the aftermath of the events from "Avengers: Endgame". Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) and Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan) struggle with the consequences of Steve's legacy. The series combines action with social issues and shows Sam's development into a new Captain America.
Loki
"Loki" focused on an alternative version of the famous Thor villain (Tom Hiddleston), who escapes from a different timeline after the events of "Avengers: Endgame". With a mixture of humor, action and surprising twists, "Loki" became one of the MCU's most popular and groundbreaking projects. The series has two seasons to its name and has won over a large fan base.
What If...?
"What If...?" is an animated series that explores alternate realities in the MCU. Each episode asks a "What if?" question and shows an alternative version of the well-known events from the films. The series brings fresh perspectives and exciting scenarios to the MCU world. It tells some special stories and runs for three seasons with a total of 26 episodes.
Hawkeye
"Hawkeye" focuses on Clint Barton (Jeremy Renner) and his young successor Kate Bishop (Hailee Steinfeld). The series follows Clint as he confronts his past while taking care of Kate, who is trying to prove herself as his successor. The series told its story in six episodes.
Moon Knight
"Moon Knight is a dark and complex MCU series that centers on Marc Spector (Oscar Isaac), a former mercenary who suffers from dissociative identity disorder. Through a mystical event, he becomes the avatar of the Egyptian moon god Khonshu and fights against evil from then on. The series combines psychological thriller elements with action-packed scenes and takes the viewer into the depths of Marc Spector's inner conflict. "Moon Knight" stands out from other MCU projects with its dark atmosphere and exploration of mental health. Oscar Isaac delivers an impressive performance.
