Ryan Gosling Is Still Keen On Playing This Marvel Anti-Hero, Netizens React, “He’s Gonna Be Awesome”
Ryan Gosling Updates on Marvel(Photo Credit –YouTube)
Ryan Gosling is a prominent Hollywood film artist who has starred in some amazing movies throughout his career. Last year, he gave a memorable performance as Ken in Greta Gerwig’s film Barbie, with Margot Robbie in the lead role. He once shared his interest in playing a Marvel character, and Kevin Feige, like us, finds him amazing.
Ryan has previously revealed that he is not keen on taking up parts that send him to dark places, but he is interested in playing this Marvel anti-hero. Ryan is currently busy with his latest release, The Fall Guy, opposite Emily Blunt. It has received an underwhelming box office response.
Emily Blunt and Ryan Gosling recently sat for an interview with Josh Horowitz, where he recalled expressing his wish to play this Marvel anti-hero. The video was posted on social media platform X by Josh,...
Ryan Gosling is a prominent Hollywood film artist who has starred in some amazing movies throughout his career. Last year, he gave a memorable performance as Ken in Greta Gerwig’s film Barbie, with Margot Robbie in the lead role. He once shared his interest in playing a Marvel character, and Kevin Feige, like us, finds him amazing.
Ryan has previously revealed that he is not keen on taking up parts that send him to dark places, but he is interested in playing this Marvel anti-hero. Ryan is currently busy with his latest release, The Fall Guy, opposite Emily Blunt. It has received an underwhelming box office response.
Emily Blunt and Ryan Gosling recently sat for an interview with Josh Horowitz, where he recalled expressing his wish to play this Marvel anti-hero. The video was posted on social media platform X by Josh,...
- 5/18/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
The Marvel Cinematic Universe is something Ryan Gosling would love to be a part of, even though he has not starred in any superhero flicks yet. Not only that, but he already knows the character he would most like to play.
The 43-year-old star of Barbie and The Fall Guy recently expressed his staunch interest in playing Johnny Blaze in a future Ghost Rider project, a role played by Nicolas Cage in MCU flicks. Having said that, during a chat with Happy Sad Confused’s Josh Horowitz, Gosling dropped the bombshell that he would be more than willing to don the fiery chains of the iconic anti-hero.
Ryan Gosling in The Fall Guy | 87North Productions
But during the interview, Emily Blunt was so appalled and disappointed by her co-star’s abrupt change of heart regarding doing a superhero flick. But note that, as of right now, there is still no...
The 43-year-old star of Barbie and The Fall Guy recently expressed his staunch interest in playing Johnny Blaze in a future Ghost Rider project, a role played by Nicolas Cage in MCU flicks. Having said that, during a chat with Happy Sad Confused’s Josh Horowitz, Gosling dropped the bombshell that he would be more than willing to don the fiery chains of the iconic anti-hero.
Ryan Gosling in The Fall Guy | 87North Productions
But during the interview, Emily Blunt was so appalled and disappointed by her co-star’s abrupt change of heart regarding doing a superhero flick. But note that, as of right now, there is still no...
- 5/18/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
The idea of Marvel bringing the Ghost Rider back to the big screen after Nicolas Cage left it back in 2011 has been brewing for a long, long time. Cage himself was pretty interested in coming back to play the King of Hell again, but that didn’t pan out. Since then, fans have been putting forward names of their faves to play the role, with Keanu Reeves and Ryan Gosling being two of the more popular choices.
Nicolas Cage in Ghost Rider | Columbia Pictures
The Ken actor himself bought him into the mix when he previously said that he would like to play Ghost Rider. Even Kevin Feige seems to have given a positive response to Ryan Gosling expressing his interest in dabbling in the superhero genre. But has things gotten any further since then?
Does The Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider Train Have Movement?
It’s been a while...
Nicolas Cage in Ghost Rider | Columbia Pictures
The Ken actor himself bought him into the mix when he previously said that he would like to play Ghost Rider. Even Kevin Feige seems to have given a positive response to Ryan Gosling expressing his interest in dabbling in the superhero genre. But has things gotten any further since then?
Does The Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider Train Have Movement?
It’s been a while...
- 5/17/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has a reputation for keeping fans guessing, particularly with the introduction of new characters, and Ghost Rider has been a major point of interest for fans. Initially, there was considerable excitement surrounding the prospect of Ghost Rider appearing in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, but fans now know how it turned out.
Benedict Cumberbatch as Doctor Strange
However, recent rumors suggest that Ghost Rider may indeed make his debut in the upcoming Doctor Strange sequel. It’s also important to emphasize that this information remains speculative for now. Nonetheless, Ghost Rider has captured the attention of fans, who are eager to see how the fiery antihero with his iconic flaming skull and hellish motorcycle will be incorporated into the MCU.
Will Doctor Strange 3 Introduce Ghost Rider to the MCU?
Fans are buzzing with excitement over the potential entry of Ghost Rider to the MCU,...
Benedict Cumberbatch as Doctor Strange
However, recent rumors suggest that Ghost Rider may indeed make his debut in the upcoming Doctor Strange sequel. It’s also important to emphasize that this information remains speculative for now. Nonetheless, Ghost Rider has captured the attention of fans, who are eager to see how the fiery antihero with his iconic flaming skull and hellish motorcycle will be incorporated into the MCU.
Will Doctor Strange 3 Introduce Ghost Rider to the MCU?
Fans are buzzing with excitement over the potential entry of Ghost Rider to the MCU,...
- 5/10/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
With the release of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. in 2013, the Marvel Cinematic Universe made the move from the big screen to the small screen. Phil Coulson (Clark Gregg), who portrays the director of S.H.I.E.L.D. agents’ team, serves as the focal point of Joss Whedon’s TV series.
Despite the seven seasons and 136 episodes, culminating in a two-part series finale that aired in 2020, there were some things left untouched. Yes, Marvel fans have been shipping Coulson and Melinda May (Ming-Na Wen) for years now, hoping for a romantic storyline between the two fan-favorite Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. However, unfortunately, it appears that Marvel may have erred by ignoring this possible love tale.
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. [Credit: Marvel]Phil Coulson and Melinda May have a close relationship; they have been through thick and thin together, facing numerous dangers and challenges side by side. Their friendship and partnership have always been a key element of the show,...
Despite the seven seasons and 136 episodes, culminating in a two-part series finale that aired in 2020, there were some things left untouched. Yes, Marvel fans have been shipping Coulson and Melinda May (Ming-Na Wen) for years now, hoping for a romantic storyline between the two fan-favorite Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. However, unfortunately, it appears that Marvel may have erred by ignoring this possible love tale.
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. [Credit: Marvel]Phil Coulson and Melinda May have a close relationship; they have been through thick and thin together, facing numerous dangers and challenges side by side. Their friendship and partnership have always been a key element of the show,...
- 5/9/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Marvel teased a Midnight Suns project during the Sdcc 2021 weekend alongside the two ensemble projects, Avengers 5 and Avengers: Secret Wars. Nothing was made official about the team-up film which could feature all the occult heroes in the MCU. It was rumored that Michael Giacchino, the director of the Disney+ special Werewolf by Night, would helm this project. However, fans are now demanding that Kevin Feige bring in Fede Álvarez for the project.
Fans suggest a new director for Marvel’s rumored project Midnight Suns (credits: Marvel Comics)
Álvarez is a hot name right now after the glimpses of his upcoming film Alien: Romulus managed to give viewers the chills at CinemaCon 2024. Fans also call for the studio to give him full creative control over an R-rated Midnight Suns project.
Fans Want Alien: Romulus Director To Helm Rumored Midnight Suns Movie Marvel fans want Alien: Romulus director Fede Álvarez...
Fans suggest a new director for Marvel’s rumored project Midnight Suns (credits: Marvel Comics)
Álvarez is a hot name right now after the glimpses of his upcoming film Alien: Romulus managed to give viewers the chills at CinemaCon 2024. Fans also call for the studio to give him full creative control over an R-rated Midnight Suns project.
Fans Want Alien: Romulus Director To Helm Rumored Midnight Suns Movie Marvel fans want Alien: Romulus director Fede Álvarez...
- 5/5/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
A few months back, rumors circulated about Marvel Studios working on the ‘Midnight Sons’ project, with indications that the forthcoming ‘Blade’ reboot might connect to it.
The project reportedly features characters distinct from those in The Avengers lineup, with suggestions that Doctor Strange might not join the team.
Following a string of disappointing projects, Marvel Studios has adjusted its focus somewhat. Brad Winderbaum acknowledged that not all projects in development will see the light of day, leading many to speculate that ‘Midnight Sons’ might meet this fate. However, according to MyTimeToShineHello, the project remains active, with Fede Álvarez reportedly being considered for the director’s chair.
Rumor
Marvel Studios is interested in Fede Álvarez to direct ‘Midnight Suns’
(@MyTimeToShineH)
Fede Alvarez and Michael Giacchino are two of many directors that are apparently an option for Marvel
Fede Alvarez directed the upcoming ‘Alien: Romulus’ pic.twitter.com/WgxpvRsdeL
— MarvelFilmNews (@MarvelNewsFilms) May...
The project reportedly features characters distinct from those in The Avengers lineup, with suggestions that Doctor Strange might not join the team.
Following a string of disappointing projects, Marvel Studios has adjusted its focus somewhat. Brad Winderbaum acknowledged that not all projects in development will see the light of day, leading many to speculate that ‘Midnight Sons’ might meet this fate. However, according to MyTimeToShineHello, the project remains active, with Fede Álvarez reportedly being considered for the director’s chair.
Rumor
Marvel Studios is interested in Fede Álvarez to direct ‘Midnight Suns’
(@MyTimeToShineH)
Fede Alvarez and Michael Giacchino are two of many directors that are apparently an option for Marvel
Fede Alvarez directed the upcoming ‘Alien: Romulus’ pic.twitter.com/WgxpvRsdeL
— MarvelFilmNews (@MarvelNewsFilms) May...
- 5/5/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
A couple of months ago, there was talk that Marvel Studios was developing the ‘Midnight Sons’ project and that the upcoming ‘Blade’ reboot is supposed to tie into that project.
Midnight Sons would include characters that never appeared in The Avengers, and Doctor Strange allegedly would not be a part of the team.
Since then, Marvel Studios has experienced a series of bad projects, so they kind of shifted their goals a bit. Brad Winderbaum himself admitted that not all developed projects will ultimately go into production and be released, and we kind of just assumed that was the fate of ‘Midnight Sons.’
Now according to MyTimeToShineHello, the project is still on and the studio is eyeing Fede Álvarez to direct the movie.
Rumor
Marvel Studios is interested in Fede Álvarez to direct ‘Midnight Suns’
(@MyTimeToShineH)
Fede Alvarez and Michael Giacchino are two of many directors that are apparently an...
Midnight Sons would include characters that never appeared in The Avengers, and Doctor Strange allegedly would not be a part of the team.
Since then, Marvel Studios has experienced a series of bad projects, so they kind of shifted their goals a bit. Brad Winderbaum himself admitted that not all developed projects will ultimately go into production and be released, and we kind of just assumed that was the fate of ‘Midnight Sons.’
Now according to MyTimeToShineHello, the project is still on and the studio is eyeing Fede Álvarez to direct the movie.
Rumor
Marvel Studios is interested in Fede Álvarez to direct ‘Midnight Suns’
(@MyTimeToShineH)
Fede Alvarez and Michael Giacchino are two of many directors that are apparently an...
- 5/5/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Nicolas Cage is all about his family. The actor puts his kids above everything else, even turning down massive roles in movies like The Lord of the Rings and The Matrix because they would have meant being away from home for too long. For Cage, that wasn’t worth it. He chose to stay close to his kids, preferring bedtime stories over Hollywood blockbusters.
Nicolas Cage as Johnny Blaze.
Why Nicolas Cage Rejected The Matrix and The Lord of the Rings?
During a conversation with People surrounding The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, Nicolas Cage felt compelled to make things clear. While he indeed portrays a version of himself in the film, he emphasizes that this character is far removed from his true persona.
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In the movie, his on-screen...
Nicolas Cage as Johnny Blaze.
Why Nicolas Cage Rejected The Matrix and The Lord of the Rings?
During a conversation with People surrounding The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, Nicolas Cage felt compelled to make things clear. While he indeed portrays a version of himself in the film, he emphasizes that this character is far removed from his true persona.
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In the movie, his on-screen...
- 4/28/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Every time a movie buff hears the name of Marvel’s Ghost Rider, perhaps the first name to ring the bell must be Nicolas Cage’s, for he embodied the anti-hero the most immaculately in his own solo movie series on the character. In fact, his performance was so on-point as Johnny Blaze that many would argue that no one could embody him better than Cage.
Ghost Rider in the comics.
But Cage couldn’t have pulled off this incredible feat just like that. If anything, he went to great lengths and did whatever it required to channel his inner Blaze to give fans as remarkable a performance as he did. And these great lengths that he went to have made it more than evident that perhaps no other actor could play the anti-hero better than the 60-year-old legend.
Nicolas Cage Went to Extremes for MCU’s Ghost Rider
Nicolas...
Ghost Rider in the comics.
But Cage couldn’t have pulled off this incredible feat just like that. If anything, he went to great lengths and did whatever it required to channel his inner Blaze to give fans as remarkable a performance as he did. And these great lengths that he went to have made it more than evident that perhaps no other actor could play the anti-hero better than the 60-year-old legend.
Nicolas Cage Went to Extremes for MCU’s Ghost Rider
Nicolas...
- 4/23/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Younger comic-book fans might be surprised to learn that there was once a time when Marvel Comics was on its last legs and willing to do anything to keep the company afloat. Before underdog blockbusters like the X-Men and Blade films put Marvel heroes back on the map, they were desperately trying to experiment with their comics in order to attract a wider audience.
One such experiment was the Marvel Knights imprint, a collection of stand-alone stories that initially focused on less-marketable heroes and gave artists free-reign to tell unique and more adult-oriented stories unshackled by decades of garbled continuity issues. While these stories didn’t always succeed in revitalizing characters for a new generation (and often contained the worst kind of late-90s/early 2000s edge), they were almost always incredibly stylish and memorable.
That’s why I think it’s very appropriate that Neveldine & Taylor’s film Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance...
One such experiment was the Marvel Knights imprint, a collection of stand-alone stories that initially focused on less-marketable heroes and gave artists free-reign to tell unique and more adult-oriented stories unshackled by decades of garbled continuity issues. While these stories didn’t always succeed in revitalizing characters for a new generation (and often contained the worst kind of late-90s/early 2000s edge), they were almost always incredibly stylish and memorable.
That’s why I think it’s very appropriate that Neveldine & Taylor’s film Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance...
- 4/8/2024
- by Luiz H. C.
- bloody-disgusting.com
Keanu Reeves stars as a potent new MCU antihero in a fan-made trailer. (Photo Credit – IMDb)
In a mesmerizing fan-made trailer, Keanu Reeves embodies Marvel Studios’ Ghost Rider, stirring discussions about the Spirit of Vengeance possibly entering the MCU. First seen in a comic called Marvel Spotlight #5 in 1972, Johnny Blaze, aka Ghost Rider, has amassed a loyal following, affiliating with teams such as the Avengers, Thunderbolts, and Midnight Sons. Though Robbie Reyes (another Ghost Rider with a different back story) cameoed in Agents of Shield, speculation swirls around Marvel Studios’ strategy for a renewed MCU depiction.
Fans have recently imagined Keanu Reeves as a popular choice to play Ghost Rider in the MCU. Reeves’ experience in action and superhero flicks makes him ideal for the role of Johnny Blaze ( a character previously portrayed by Nicholas Cage). A fan-made trailer, shared by K.H. Studio, showcases this vision of his debut adventure.
In a mesmerizing fan-made trailer, Keanu Reeves embodies Marvel Studios’ Ghost Rider, stirring discussions about the Spirit of Vengeance possibly entering the MCU. First seen in a comic called Marvel Spotlight #5 in 1972, Johnny Blaze, aka Ghost Rider, has amassed a loyal following, affiliating with teams such as the Avengers, Thunderbolts, and Midnight Sons. Though Robbie Reyes (another Ghost Rider with a different back story) cameoed in Agents of Shield, speculation swirls around Marvel Studios’ strategy for a renewed MCU depiction.
Fans have recently imagined Keanu Reeves as a popular choice to play Ghost Rider in the MCU. Reeves’ experience in action and superhero flicks makes him ideal for the role of Johnny Blaze ( a character previously portrayed by Nicholas Cage). A fan-made trailer, shared by K.H. Studio, showcases this vision of his debut adventure.
- 4/4/2024
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
There’s been a buzz circulating lately, particularly from insider Daniel Richtman, hinting at Marvel Studios delving into the creation of a Midnight Sons movie. This team, originating from Marvel Comics back in 1992, brings together a slew of supernatural superheroes like Blade, Morbius, and Ghost Rider.
Midnight Sons | Marvel Comics
The report also says that Michael Giacchino, the composer who brought a hauntingly beautiful touch to Werewolf by Night on Disney+ in 2022 might be stepping into the director’s chair.
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Adding fuel to the excitement, there’s talk of Lilith and Mephisto emerging as the main villains in this supernatural saga within the MCU.
Marvel Studios Developing a Midnight Sons Movie, Per Report
A favorite team in the Marvel universe, The Midnight Sons have long delighted fans with their supernatural adventures. The comics have an interesting history,...
Midnight Sons | Marvel Comics
The report also says that Michael Giacchino, the composer who brought a hauntingly beautiful touch to Werewolf by Night on Disney+ in 2022 might be stepping into the director’s chair.
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Adding fuel to the excitement, there’s talk of Lilith and Mephisto emerging as the main villains in this supernatural saga within the MCU.
Marvel Studios Developing a Midnight Sons Movie, Per Report
A favorite team in the Marvel universe, The Midnight Sons have long delighted fans with their supernatural adventures. The comics have an interesting history,...
- 3/31/2024
- by Prantik Prabal Roy
- FandomWire
Fans are diving deep into speculation about whether Keanu Reeves is starring in a Ghost Rider movie as rumors persist into 2024.
Although Nicolas Cage seems to have ruled out a return to his version of Ghost Rider, Johnny Blaze remains one of the most popular Marvel characters as the MCU continues to expand.
Rumors teased numerous actors to play the character over the years, from Norman Reedus to Keanu Reeves, with fans hoping to see the flame-headed antihero join the same universe as Earth's Mightiest Heroes.
Read full article on The Direct.
Although Nicolas Cage seems to have ruled out a return to his version of Ghost Rider, Johnny Blaze remains one of the most popular Marvel characters as the MCU continues to expand.
Rumors teased numerous actors to play the character over the years, from Norman Reedus to Keanu Reeves, with fans hoping to see the flame-headed antihero join the same universe as Earth's Mightiest Heroes.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 3/26/2024
- by Richard Nebens
- The Direct
The Incredible Hulk is one of the strongest characters from Marvel Comics, who boasts several powerful forms, including the nigh-invulnerable World Breaker Hulk. In the comics, when the Hulk goes on a rampage in this form, even the strongest superheroes struggle to fight him. However, Ghost Rider is considered among the few who can go toe-to-toe with the Jade Giant.
World Breaker Hulk (Image Credit: Marvel Comics)
During one of the most popular Hulk storylines from the comics, Hulk and Ghost Rider faced off, leading to sheer carnage and mayhem. However, the event also led to an interesting revelation about the latter’s powers and their effect on the Hulk. As a result, it was revealed that Ghost Rider could kill World Breaker Hulk with his penance stare, albeit on one dark and ominous condition.
Ghost Rider and World Breaker Hulk’s Comic Book Feud, Explained Ghost Rider vs Hulk...
World Breaker Hulk (Image Credit: Marvel Comics)
During one of the most popular Hulk storylines from the comics, Hulk and Ghost Rider faced off, leading to sheer carnage and mayhem. However, the event also led to an interesting revelation about the latter’s powers and their effect on the Hulk. As a result, it was revealed that Ghost Rider could kill World Breaker Hulk with his penance stare, albeit on one dark and ominous condition.
Ghost Rider and World Breaker Hulk’s Comic Book Feud, Explained Ghost Rider vs Hulk...
- 3/21/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Rumors about Avengers: Secret Wars claim that a slew of non-mcu Marvel heroes will be making thier appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Among them is Nicolas Cage’s Ghost Rider, the Spirit of Vengence who starred in two films playing the soul-taker from hell. Among Ang Lee’s Hulk and 2005’s Fantastic Four, Cage’s character is now one of the front runners that fans want to see in Avengers: Secret Wars.
Nicolas Cage as Ghost Rider
However, these plans need to be executed carefully, given that Secret Wars would need a cameo from Ghost Rider, The Spirit of Vengeance. It needs to be the iconic skull and flames that fans are familiar with, which might spell doom for those expecting to see Nicolas Cage. This is because in Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance, because of the way the story unfolded, Johnny Blaze is actually the Spirit of Justice,...
Nicolas Cage as Ghost Rider
However, these plans need to be executed carefully, given that Secret Wars would need a cameo from Ghost Rider, The Spirit of Vengeance. It needs to be the iconic skull and flames that fans are familiar with, which might spell doom for those expecting to see Nicolas Cage. This is because in Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance, because of the way the story unfolded, Johnny Blaze is actually the Spirit of Justice,...
- 3/16/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
A popular industry insider has doubled down on rumors about actors Henry Cavill and Ryan Gosling joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. For a while now, Cavill has been rumored to join the MCU as Captain Britain. However, the same industry insider hinted that Cavill’s role is entirely different and it is bound to shock many fans.
Ryan Gosling in Barbie
Just like Cavill, Gosling has also been linked to the MCU for a while now. In 2022, Gosling stated that he was interested in playing the role of Johnny Blaze / Ghost Rider, previously portrayed by Nicolas Cage. Shortly after this, MCU head Kevin Feige acknowledged Gosling’s statement, claiming that he would love to make a place for him in the MCU. As time passed, rumors about him joining the franchise grew stronger and now, it might finally happen.
Famous industry insider is sure that Henry Cavill and Ryan Gosling...
Ryan Gosling in Barbie
Just like Cavill, Gosling has also been linked to the MCU for a while now. In 2022, Gosling stated that he was interested in playing the role of Johnny Blaze / Ghost Rider, previously portrayed by Nicolas Cage. Shortly after this, MCU head Kevin Feige acknowledged Gosling’s statement, claiming that he would love to make a place for him in the MCU. As time passed, rumors about him joining the franchise grew stronger and now, it might finally happen.
Famous industry insider is sure that Henry Cavill and Ryan Gosling...
- 3/14/2024
- by Farhan Asif
- FandomWire
Nicolas Cage is one of the biggest names in the world of Hollywood thanks to his well-varied genres of movies, but he is also known for his eccentric roles, bordering on the realm of absurdity. This is especially true for his role as Ghost Rider.
Nicolas Cage
Nicolas Cage took on the role of Johnny Blaze, embodying the Ghost Rider character, in the superhero film released by Sony Pictures in 2007. Despite receiving negative reviews from critics, the movie proved to be a box office hit. Its success paved the way for a sequel, titled Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance, which was released in 2012. However, it appears he won’t return as Ghost Rider again following his remarks about National Treasure 3.
Nicolas Cage’s Remarks About National Treasure 3 Make It Apparent He Won’t Return As Ghost Rider National Treasure
Nicolas Cage, who portrayed treasure hunter Benjamin Franklin Gates in the National Treasure franchise,...
Nicolas Cage
Nicolas Cage took on the role of Johnny Blaze, embodying the Ghost Rider character, in the superhero film released by Sony Pictures in 2007. Despite receiving negative reviews from critics, the movie proved to be a box office hit. Its success paved the way for a sequel, titled Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance, which was released in 2012. However, it appears he won’t return as Ghost Rider again following his remarks about National Treasure 3.
Nicolas Cage’s Remarks About National Treasure 3 Make It Apparent He Won’t Return As Ghost Rider National Treasure
Nicolas Cage, who portrayed treasure hunter Benjamin Franklin Gates in the National Treasure franchise,...
- 3/13/2024
- by Subhojeet Mookherjee
- FandomWire
Just like Hugh Jackman, another popular actor is all set to return to the Marvel franchise: Nicolas Cage. The latest rumors have left the fans wild as sources claim Cage could return as Johnny Blaze / Ghost Rider in 2024’s Deadpool & Wolverine and will be a part of Secret Wars. It has been over 10 years since Cage last played the role but if this latest rumor is true, Cage could once again play Ghost Rider on the big screen.
Nicolas Cage in Ghost Rider
Marvel is certainly planning for something big as they have brought two fan-favorite actors to reprise their roles in the movie. Deadpool & Wolverine will be a part of the MCU as 20th Century Fox no longer manages the franchise. The film is all set to be the 34th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and will serve as a sequel to Deadpool (2016) and Deadpool 2 (2018).
Reports...
Nicolas Cage in Ghost Rider
Marvel is certainly planning for something big as they have brought two fan-favorite actors to reprise their roles in the movie. Deadpool & Wolverine will be a part of the MCU as 20th Century Fox no longer manages the franchise. The film is all set to be the 34th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and will serve as a sequel to Deadpool (2016) and Deadpool 2 (2018).
Reports...
- 3/3/2024
- by Farhan Asif
- FandomWire
Hugh Jackman is undoubtedly one of the most popular actors in all of Hollywood. Jackman made a name for himself by portraying the role of Wolverine in the X-Men movies.
Fans believed Jackman was done with Wolverine after 2017’s Logan, but that’s not the case anymore as he will return in Deadpool 3. That being said, we have now listed the three strongest and most ruthless Wolverine variants that fans want to see in Deadpool 3.
On the other hand, Deadpool is one of the most well-known and notorious characters in the entirety of the Marvel ethos, whether it be in games, movies, or comic books. The Merc with a Mouth found success in comics and games, but it took him until 2016 to finally become a success on the Silver Screen, with Deadpool (2016).
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Fans believed Jackman was done with Wolverine after 2017’s Logan, but that’s not the case anymore as he will return in Deadpool 3. That being said, we have now listed the three strongest and most ruthless Wolverine variants that fans want to see in Deadpool 3.
On the other hand, Deadpool is one of the most well-known and notorious characters in the entirety of the Marvel ethos, whether it be in games, movies, or comic books. The Merc with a Mouth found success in comics and games, but it took him until 2016 to finally become a success on the Silver Screen, with Deadpool (2016).
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- 2/29/2024
- by Subhojeet Mookherjee
- FandomWire
It seems that Marvel ended up axing its own foot after what appears to be a disastrous chain of events. With Iron Man sacrificing his life during the events of Avengers: Endgame, the MCU has never been the same.
Losing fan following by the day and releasing some failed projects (looking at you Secret Invasion), the MCU is now at a not-so-great point. Well, the latest update regarding Avengers: Secret Wars seems to have backfired on Marvel as people called the studio a greedy corporation!
Marvel Studios and the MCU were never the same after Avengers: Endgame Marvel Studios’ Latest Update About Avengers: Secret Wars Backfired Quite Harshly!
Ever since the initial announcement, the world has been excited about the release of Avengers: Secret Wars. Potentially being the end of an era, Marvel Studios would surely like to end on a high note but the recent projects have been not-so-great.
Losing fan following by the day and releasing some failed projects (looking at you Secret Invasion), the MCU is now at a not-so-great point. Well, the latest update regarding Avengers: Secret Wars seems to have backfired on Marvel as people called the studio a greedy corporation!
Marvel Studios and the MCU were never the same after Avengers: Endgame Marvel Studios’ Latest Update About Avengers: Secret Wars Backfired Quite Harshly!
Ever since the initial announcement, the world has been excited about the release of Avengers: Secret Wars. Potentially being the end of an era, Marvel Studios would surely like to end on a high note but the recent projects have been not-so-great.
- 2/18/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Marvel president Kevin Feige is allegedly trying to once again stabilize the Marvel Cinematic Universe after countless attempts at creating good movies equivalent to Phase 3 of the MCU. After Avengers: Endgame, the MCU’s fame started collapsing.
In recent news, Kevin Feige seems to want to stabilize things with a new movie and go back to their roots. With Michael Giacchino set as the director and Midnight Sons allegedly confirmed, it seems that its time for the MCU to make a comeback!
Kevin Feige | credit: ScreenSlam Kevin Feige Is Trying To Stabilize The MCU!
Michael Giacchino is best known for directing the 2022 TV movie Werewolf by Night. Portraying the story of a relatively unknown character, the movie was praised beyond expectations and was overall helmed as a great effort by the MCU.
With the recent disasters of the MCU (like The Marvels and Secret Invasion) becoming massive failures, people have...
In recent news, Kevin Feige seems to want to stabilize things with a new movie and go back to their roots. With Michael Giacchino set as the director and Midnight Sons allegedly confirmed, it seems that its time for the MCU to make a comeback!
Kevin Feige | credit: ScreenSlam Kevin Feige Is Trying To Stabilize The MCU!
Michael Giacchino is best known for directing the 2022 TV movie Werewolf by Night. Portraying the story of a relatively unknown character, the movie was praised beyond expectations and was overall helmed as a great effort by the MCU.
With the recent disasters of the MCU (like The Marvels and Secret Invasion) becoming massive failures, people have...
- 2/15/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Although Moon Knight had its detractors, the story of mercenary Marc Spector and his other personalities captured enough of an audience that many Marvel fans are calling for second season. Thus far, no second season has been announced, and recent comments from Disney CEO Bob Iger about focusing on its “strongest franchises” only throw the possibility into further doubt.
But there is one guy who hasn’t lost faith: Oscar Isaac. An Instagram post from Geek House Show features Isaac talking at a panel during Middle East Film and Comic Con. When asked about the future of Moon Knight in the MCU, Isaac described his hopes for the character, revealing not only that he’s game to play the character again but also dropping a surprising season 2 idea in the process. “I thought there was an interesting opportunity with Midnight Sons,” he answers, referring to a long-running Marvel Comics team that usually fights supernatural threats.
But there is one guy who hasn’t lost faith: Oscar Isaac. An Instagram post from Geek House Show features Isaac talking at a panel during Middle East Film and Comic Con. When asked about the future of Moon Knight in the MCU, Isaac described his hopes for the character, revealing not only that he’s game to play the character again but also dropping a surprising season 2 idea in the process. “I thought there was an interesting opportunity with Midnight Sons,” he answers, referring to a long-running Marvel Comics team that usually fights supernatural threats.
- 2/12/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
A couple months ago, we heard a rumor that a team of supernatural characters known as the Midnight Sons might be coming to the Marvel Cinematic Universe… and now Oscar Isaac has let it be known that if a Midnight Sons project were to happen, he wants his MCU character Moon Knight to be part of it!
As I’ve said before, one of my favorite comic book story arcs is the “Rise of the Midnight Sons”, where Doctor Strange oversaw the formation of a team of supernatural heroes – Ghost Rider, Johnny Blaze, Morbius, the Nightstalkers, and Darkhold characters Vicki Montesi, Louise Hastings, and Sam Buchanan – who were brought together to battle Lilith, the Mother of All Demons, and her evil offspring, the Lilin. There have been different variations of the Midnight Sons over the years, with other team members like Daimon Hellstrom, Jennifer Kale, Werewolf by Night, Man-Thing, The Hood,...
As I’ve said before, one of my favorite comic book story arcs is the “Rise of the Midnight Sons”, where Doctor Strange oversaw the formation of a team of supernatural heroes – Ghost Rider, Johnny Blaze, Morbius, the Nightstalkers, and Darkhold characters Vicki Montesi, Louise Hastings, and Sam Buchanan – who were brought together to battle Lilith, the Mother of All Demons, and her evil offspring, the Lilin. There have been different variations of the Midnight Sons over the years, with other team members like Daimon Hellstrom, Jennifer Kale, Werewolf by Night, Man-Thing, The Hood,...
- 2/12/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Marvel Comics chain-wielding, flaming skull-head biker "Ghost Rider", previously appearing in Sony's live-action movies starring Nicolas Cage, plus a guest arc on ABC's "Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." TV series, continues to generate interest from Marvel Studios, to have the character debut in a big screen 'Marvel Cinematic Universe' feature, preferably to be played by first choice: Ryan Gosling:
"...Marvel Comics first supernatural 'Ghost Rider' is stunt motorcyclist 'Johnny Blaze', who, to save the life of his father, agrees to give his soul to the demon 'Mephisto'.
"At night and when confronted by evil, Blaze finds his flesh consumed by 'hellfire', causing his head to become a flaming skull. He rides a fiery motorcycle and wields blasts of hellfire from his body, usually from his skeletal hands.
"The subsequent 'Ghost Rider' series features 'Danny Ketch' as a new Ghost Rider.
"...Marvel Comics first supernatural 'Ghost Rider' is stunt motorcyclist 'Johnny Blaze', who, to save the life of his father, agrees to give his soul to the demon 'Mephisto'.
"At night and when confronted by evil, Blaze finds his flesh consumed by 'hellfire', causing his head to become a flaming skull. He rides a fiery motorcycle and wields blasts of hellfire from his body, usually from his skeletal hands.
"The subsequent 'Ghost Rider' series features 'Danny Ketch' as a new Ghost Rider.
- 2/11/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Although Iger emphasized the importance of quality over quantity for the MCU, Marvel Studios appears to have numerous projects in confirmed development, along with several others rumored to be in the works. Last year, speculation circulated about a Ghost Rider TV show, with some suggesting Nicholas Cage’s potential involvement. While Ghost Rider has already made an appearance in the MCU in some capacity, recent rumors indicate the possibility of a standalone movie for the character.
Feige decided to make Ghost Rider into a film https://t.co/cPZgV2ydGp
— MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) February 9, 2024
As per credible leaker MyTimeToShineHello on social media, Feige reportedly intends to elevate the rumored Ghost Rider TV show into a feature film. Fans are eagerly speculating on the film’s potential R rating and discussing which iteration of the character could feature. Notably, Nicholas Cage stands out as the most recognizable live-action portrayal of Ghost Rider thus far.
Feige decided to make Ghost Rider into a film https://t.co/cPZgV2ydGp
— MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) February 9, 2024
As per credible leaker MyTimeToShineHello on social media, Feige reportedly intends to elevate the rumored Ghost Rider TV show into a feature film. Fans are eagerly speculating on the film’s potential R rating and discussing which iteration of the character could feature. Notably, Nicholas Cage stands out as the most recognizable live-action portrayal of Ghost Rider thus far.
- 2/10/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Despite Iger’s recent comments on how MCU should focus on quality over quantity Marvel Studios has plenty of projects confirmed to be in development but also plenty of other projects that are only rumored to be in development. Last year there were plenty of rumors going around mentioning the Ghost Rider TV show, some rumors stating that Nicholas Cage might be playing him.
We already have Ghost Rider in the MCU, sort of, but if the most recent rumors are true, Ghost Rider might get his standalone movie.
Feige decided to make Ghost Rider into a film https://t.co/cPZgV2ydGp
— MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) February 9, 2024
According to MyTimeToShineHello, a reputable leaker on social media, Feige wants to transform the alleged Ghost Rider TV show into a full-blown movie, and fans are already chipping in on how the project should be rated R (absolutely) and already guessing which version of the character might appear.
We already have Ghost Rider in the MCU, sort of, but if the most recent rumors are true, Ghost Rider might get his standalone movie.
Feige decided to make Ghost Rider into a film https://t.co/cPZgV2ydGp
— MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) February 9, 2024
According to MyTimeToShineHello, a reputable leaker on social media, Feige wants to transform the alleged Ghost Rider TV show into a full-blown movie, and fans are already chipping in on how the project should be rated R (absolutely) and already guessing which version of the character might appear.
- 2/10/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Ryan Gosling Stuns The Social Media As Ghost Rider In This Fan Art(Photo Credit –Instagram/Marvel)
Rumors about Ryan Gosling joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe, aka MCU, took over the news a few days back, and now a picture of him as the Ghost Rider has gone viral. The actor has always impressed his fans with his impeccable charm in every role he has appeared in. No one thought he could pull off the Mattel doll character Ken to Margot Robbie’s Barbie, but he did it with conviction and became a huge success.
Ryan allegedly once expressed his wish to be a part of the MCU and play the role of Ghost Rider. The actor rose to fame with his role in The Notebook, based on the romance novel by Nicholas Sparks. He has done many notable films in his career, and we did a list of his top five movies,...
Rumors about Ryan Gosling joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe, aka MCU, took over the news a few days back, and now a picture of him as the Ghost Rider has gone viral. The actor has always impressed his fans with his impeccable charm in every role he has appeared in. No one thought he could pull off the Mattel doll character Ken to Margot Robbie’s Barbie, but he did it with conviction and became a huge success.
Ryan allegedly once expressed his wish to be a part of the MCU and play the role of Ghost Rider. The actor rose to fame with his role in The Notebook, based on the romance novel by Nicholas Sparks. He has done many notable films in his career, and we did a list of his top five movies,...
- 1/1/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
One of my favorite comic book story arcs is the “Rise of the Midnight Sons”, which saw Doctor Strange overseeing the formation of a team of supernatural heroes – Ghost Rider, Johnny Blaze, Morbius, the Nightstalkers, and Darkhold characters Vicki Montesi, Louise Hastings, and Sam Buchanan – who were brought together to battle Lilith, the Mother of All Demons, and her evil offspring, the Lilin. There have been different variations of the Midnight Sons over the years, with other team members like Daimon Hellstrom, Jennifer Kale, Werewolf by Night, Man-Thing, The Hood, Doctor Voodoo, Elsa Bloodstone, Moon Knight, Iron Fist, Scarlet Spider, Kushala, Magik, Wolverine, and Nico Minoru coming and going. The latest version of the team was even called the Midnight Suns rather than Sons. Now Cosmic Circus has shared the Rumor that a version of the Midnight Sons might be coming to the Marvel Cinematic Universe!
Cosmic Circus recently posted...
Cosmic Circus recently posted...
- 12/27/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Marvel Comics is taking fans on a thrilling new journey with their latest series, “Ghost Rider: Final Vengeance.” Written by Benjamin Percy and featuring the artistry of Danny Kim, this series marks a significant turn in the Ghost Rider mythos. The story unfolds with the iconic Spirit of Vengeance falling into unexpected hands, creating a ripple of excitement and anticipation among fans.
The series continues Percy’s highly acclaimed work and introduces Danny Kim, a fresh talent in the Marvel Universe. Kim’s skills were recently showcased in last month’s “Ghost Rider Annual #1.” Together, Percy and Kim are set to deliver an epic narrative that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.
The heart of the story revolves around Johnny Blaze, the original Ghost Rider. Johnny’s journey is central to the plot as he embarks on a quest to reclaim his Ghost Rider mantle. The twist?...
The series continues Percy’s highly acclaimed work and introduces Danny Kim, a fresh talent in the Marvel Universe. Kim’s skills were recently showcased in last month’s “Ghost Rider Annual #1.” Together, Percy and Kim are set to deliver an epic narrative that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.
The heart of the story revolves around Johnny Blaze, the original Ghost Rider. Johnny’s journey is central to the plot as he embarks on a quest to reclaim his Ghost Rider mantle. The twist?...
- 11/28/2023
- by Hrvoje Milakovic
- Fiction Horizon
Despite their declining fortunes at the box office, Marvel Studios seems primed to make a controversial casting choice for the upcoming Fantastic Four movie. While reports have come out that The Queen’s Gambit star Anya Taylor-Joy is being eyed for an unspecified villain role, the buzz online is that they want her to play The Silver Surfer. The news of Joy’s casting in the film (not who she’s being rumoured to play) comes from notorious scooper @DanielRPK. This follows recent, unconfirmed reports that the character would be getting gender-swapped in Matt Shakman’s Fantastic Four reboot.
While the notion of gender-swapping the character, also known as Norrin Radd, may rub fans the wrong way, the character has been infamously tricky to translate to the big screen. The last live-action version of the character was in Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer, where Doug Jones played him...
While the notion of gender-swapping the character, also known as Norrin Radd, may rub fans the wrong way, the character has been infamously tricky to translate to the big screen. The last live-action version of the character was in Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer, where Doug Jones played him...
- 11/24/2023
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
New York, NY— September 29, 2023 — This year, Marvel Comics continues its tradition of assembling an extraordinary array of Indigenous and Native talent to celebrate Native American Heritage Month! In the same spirit as last year’s Marvel’s Voices: Heritage one-shot, fans will see new adventures starring their favorite Indigenous and First Nations superheroes and see them take center stage on stunning variant covers this November!
Ghost Rider #20 and Sensational She-hulk #2 will both have thrilling backup stories written and drawn by Indigenous and First Nations creators. These tales will feature the titular heroes fighting bravely alongside fellow Marvel icons: Kushala, aka the Spirit Rider, and Wyatt Wingfoot. These eight-page specials will give readers a chance to discover Kushala and Wyatt Wingfoot’s goals and legacy, all while setting them up for exciting future journeys in the Marvel Universe. In addition, these two extra-sized issues will have Marvel’s Voices Heritage Variant...
Ghost Rider #20 and Sensational She-hulk #2 will both have thrilling backup stories written and drawn by Indigenous and First Nations creators. These tales will feature the titular heroes fighting bravely alongside fellow Marvel icons: Kushala, aka the Spirit Rider, and Wyatt Wingfoot. These eight-page specials will give readers a chance to discover Kushala and Wyatt Wingfoot’s goals and legacy, all while setting them up for exciting future journeys in the Marvel Universe. In addition, these two extra-sized issues will have Marvel’s Voices Heritage Variant...
- 10/2/2023
- by ComicMix Staff
- Comicmix.com
Since Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield made their glorifying return as Spider-Men in 2021’s ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home,’ we sort of entered an era in which many superhero movies want to build up hype with special, long-awaited returns of beloved actors in their superhero roles. DC’s attempt at that with Michael Keaton’s Batman wasn’t so successful, but Marvel’s upcoming ‘Deadpool 3’ is followed by a huge hype thanks to the announced return of Hugh Jackman as the Wolverine.
Basically, any long-awaited return is possible now. We honestly wouldn’t be surprised if we see Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man or Chris Evans as Captain America again, no matter how definitive their exit after ‘Avengers: Endgame’ may have looked. Superhero movies are always trying to raise the bar with anticipation, and we have no doubt that this is just the beginning. ‘Deadpool 3’ will be a...
Basically, any long-awaited return is possible now. We honestly wouldn’t be surprised if we see Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man or Chris Evans as Captain America again, no matter how definitive their exit after ‘Avengers: Endgame’ may have looked. Superhero movies are always trying to raise the bar with anticipation, and we have no doubt that this is just the beginning. ‘Deadpool 3’ will be a...
- 9/1/2023
- by Lukas Abramovich
- Comic Basics
Ghost Rider is a 2007 supernatural action film directed by Mark Steven Johnson and based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name. The movie follows a motorcycle stuntman, Johnny Blaze (Nicolas Cage), who made a deal with the devil and becomes the demonic vigilante Ghost Rider. In the movie, Blaze uses his powers to seek vengeance against the devil’s son, who is attempting to overthrow his father’s reign and bring his own hellish dimension to Earth. The film was widely criticized for its weak script and uninspired performances. Even though the movie was a box office success, it...
- 8/27/2023
- by Matthew C. F
- TVovermind.com
Marvel Comics chain-wielding, flaming skull-head biker "Ghost Rider", previously appearing in Sony's live-action movies starring Nicolas Cage, plus a guest arc on ABC's "Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." TV series, continues to generate interest from Marvel Studios, to have the character debut in the 'Marvel Cinematic Universe':
"...before 'Danny Ketch', Marvel Comics first supernatural 'Ghost Rider' is stunt motorcyclist 'Johnny Blaze', who, to save the life of his father, agrees to give his soul to the demon 'Mephisto'.
"At night and when confronted by evil, Blaze finds his flesh consumed by 'hellfire', causing his head to become a flaming skull. He rides a fiery motorcycle and wields blasts of hellfire from his body, usually from his skeletal hands.
"The subsequent 'Ghost Rider' series features 'Danny Ketch' as a new Ghost Rider. After his sister was injured by ninja gangsters,...
"...before 'Danny Ketch', Marvel Comics first supernatural 'Ghost Rider' is stunt motorcyclist 'Johnny Blaze', who, to save the life of his father, agrees to give his soul to the demon 'Mephisto'.
"At night and when confronted by evil, Blaze finds his flesh consumed by 'hellfire', causing his head to become a flaming skull. He rides a fiery motorcycle and wields blasts of hellfire from his body, usually from his skeletal hands.
"The subsequent 'Ghost Rider' series features 'Danny Ketch' as a new Ghost Rider. After his sister was injured by ninja gangsters,...
- 4/22/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Marvel Comics chain-wielding, flaming skull-head biker "Ghost Rider", previously appearing in Sony's live-action movies starring Nicolas Cage, plus a guest arc on ABC's "Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." TV series, continues to generate interest from Marvel Studios, to have the character debut in the 'Marvel Cinematic Universe':
"...Marvel Comics first supernatural 'Ghost Rider' is stunt motorcyclist 'Johnny Blaze', who, to save the life of his father, agrees to give his soul to the demon 'Mephisto'.
"At night and when confronted by evil, Blaze finds his flesh consumed by 'hellfire', causing his head to become a flaming skull. He rides a fiery motorcycle and wields blasts of hellfire from his body, usually from his skeletal hands.
"The subsequent 'Ghost Rider' series features 'Danny Ketch' as a new Ghost Rider. After his sister was injured by ninja gangsters, Ketch comes in...
"...Marvel Comics first supernatural 'Ghost Rider' is stunt motorcyclist 'Johnny Blaze', who, to save the life of his father, agrees to give his soul to the demon 'Mephisto'.
"At night and when confronted by evil, Blaze finds his flesh consumed by 'hellfire', causing his head to become a flaming skull. He rides a fiery motorcycle and wields blasts of hellfire from his body, usually from his skeletal hands.
"The subsequent 'Ghost Rider' series features 'Danny Ketch' as a new Ghost Rider. After his sister was injured by ninja gangsters, Ketch comes in...
- 3/22/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Marvel Comics chain-wielding, flaming skull-head biker "Ghost Rider", previously appearing in Sony's live-action movies starring Nicolas Cage, plus a guest arc on ABC's "Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." TV series, continues to generate interest from Marvel Studios, to have the character debut in the 'Marvel Cinematic Universe':
"...Marvel Comics first supernatural 'Ghost Rider' is stunt motorcyclist 'Johnny Blaze', who, to save the life of his father, agrees to give his soul to the demon 'Mephisto'.
"At night and when confronted by evil, Blaze finds his flesh consumed by 'hellfire', causing his head to become a flaming skull. He rides a fiery motorcycle and wields blasts of hellfire from his body, usually from his skeletal hands.
"The subsequent 'Ghost Rider' series features 'Danny Ketch' as a new Ghost Rider. After his sister was injured by ninja gangsters, Ketch comes in...
"...Marvel Comics first supernatural 'Ghost Rider' is stunt motorcyclist 'Johnny Blaze', who, to save the life of his father, agrees to give his soul to the demon 'Mephisto'.
"At night and when confronted by evil, Blaze finds his flesh consumed by 'hellfire', causing his head to become a flaming skull. He rides a fiery motorcycle and wields blasts of hellfire from his body, usually from his skeletal hands.
"The subsequent 'Ghost Rider' series features 'Danny Ketch' as a new Ghost Rider. After his sister was injured by ninja gangsters, Ketch comes in...
- 3/18/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
This review was written for the theatrical release of "Ghost Rider".
NEW YORK -- A comic book franchise is not born with this stillborn debut of Marvel's "Ghost Rider", starring Nicolas Cage as the fiery, motorcycle-riding skeleton who goes after bad guys. Despite the presence of the affable actor, who brings a clear love of the character and his trademark off-kilter brand of deadpan humor to the role, this effort is unlikely to reach the boxoffice heights of such stable mates as Spider-Man and the X-Men, settling instead for the level of director Mark Steven Johnson's other Marvel adaptation, "Daredevil".
After a brief prologue set in the Old West that reflects the first incarnation of the comic book, the film introduces us to the younger version of the lead character, Johnny Blaze. The young man's stunt cycle performer father is mortally ill from cancer, so when Mephistopheles (Peter Fonda) shows up to suggest one of his deals, Johnny eagerly barters his soul in exchange for his father's return to health.
Unfortunately, he hadn't counted on the devil's duplicitous ways, and it isn't long before, like seemingly every other comic book hero, he's lost his dad, in this case to a fiery motorcycle accident. He soon sets off on his own, abandoning his beautiful girlfriend Roxanne in the process.
Years later, he's become an Evel Knievel-style celebrity, jumping over half a dozen hovering helicopters over the length of a football field. When Roxanne (Eva Mendes, dressed in form-fitting dresses and showing a lot of cleavage), now a television interviewer, reappears in his life, he thinks everything is great. That is, until Mephistopheles shows up to exact his price.
Thus, Johnny, transformed into the Ghost Rider, is forced to become a sort of bounty hunter for his satanic keeper, using his new power to battle evildoers. These include Mephistopheles' wayward son Blackheart (Wes Bentley) and his gang, who are apparently competing for wayward souls. Whenever he gets close enough, Ghost Rider employs his Stare of Penance, which apparently makes the bad guys feel really, really guilty.
At this point the story line becomes replaced by a numbing series of actions sequences in which the Ghost Rider performs his fiery gravity-defying stunts while trying to avoid the clutches of law enforcement. Every once in a while, he stops by an old cemetery, where the grizzled Caretaker (Sam Elliott) brings him to speed on various plot points.
Johnson and his special effects team do their best to provide the sort of cool visuals that will attract comic book and heavy metal fans, but the CGI flames never really impress, and the end results have the inevitable feel of a video game rather than the big screen.
Cage attempts to provide some originality to his characterization via such touches as Johnny's habit of swilling jelly beans from a martini glass, obsessive listening to the music of the Carpenters and fondness for watching monkey karate videos. But all of the actor's natural charisma is unable to compensate for the plodding narrative and thin characterizations.
Fonda, whose presence brings to mind such obvious references as "Easy Rider", effectively underplays as the Devil, and Donal Logue has some fun moments as Johnny's beleaguered employee.
GHOST RIDER
A Columbia Pictures release in association with Crystal Sky Pictures and Relativity Media
A Marvel Studios/Michael De Luca production
Credits:
Director-screenwriter: Mark Steven Johnson
Producers: Avi Arad, Steven Paul, Michael De Luca, Gary Foster
Executive producers: E. Bennett Walsh, Ari Arad, Stan Lee, Norm Golightly, David S. Goyer, Lynwood Spinks
Director of photography: Russell Boyd
Production designer: Kirk M. Petruccelli
Film editor: Richard Francis-Bruce
Costume designer: Lizzy Gardiner
Special visual effects and animation: Sony Pictures Imageworks Inc.
Music: Christopher Young
Cast: Johnny Blaze: Nicolas Cage
Roxanne: Eva Mendes
Blackheart: Wes Bentley
Caretaker: Sam Elliott
Mack: Donal Logue
Mephistopheles: Peter Fonda
Running time -- 110 minutes
MPAA rating PG-13...
NEW YORK -- A comic book franchise is not born with this stillborn debut of Marvel's "Ghost Rider", starring Nicolas Cage as the fiery, motorcycle-riding skeleton who goes after bad guys. Despite the presence of the affable actor, who brings a clear love of the character and his trademark off-kilter brand of deadpan humor to the role, this effort is unlikely to reach the boxoffice heights of such stable mates as Spider-Man and the X-Men, settling instead for the level of director Mark Steven Johnson's other Marvel adaptation, "Daredevil".
After a brief prologue set in the Old West that reflects the first incarnation of the comic book, the film introduces us to the younger version of the lead character, Johnny Blaze. The young man's stunt cycle performer father is mortally ill from cancer, so when Mephistopheles (Peter Fonda) shows up to suggest one of his deals, Johnny eagerly barters his soul in exchange for his father's return to health.
Unfortunately, he hadn't counted on the devil's duplicitous ways, and it isn't long before, like seemingly every other comic book hero, he's lost his dad, in this case to a fiery motorcycle accident. He soon sets off on his own, abandoning his beautiful girlfriend Roxanne in the process.
Years later, he's become an Evel Knievel-style celebrity, jumping over half a dozen hovering helicopters over the length of a football field. When Roxanne (Eva Mendes, dressed in form-fitting dresses and showing a lot of cleavage), now a television interviewer, reappears in his life, he thinks everything is great. That is, until Mephistopheles shows up to exact his price.
Thus, Johnny, transformed into the Ghost Rider, is forced to become a sort of bounty hunter for his satanic keeper, using his new power to battle evildoers. These include Mephistopheles' wayward son Blackheart (Wes Bentley) and his gang, who are apparently competing for wayward souls. Whenever he gets close enough, Ghost Rider employs his Stare of Penance, which apparently makes the bad guys feel really, really guilty.
At this point the story line becomes replaced by a numbing series of actions sequences in which the Ghost Rider performs his fiery gravity-defying stunts while trying to avoid the clutches of law enforcement. Every once in a while, he stops by an old cemetery, where the grizzled Caretaker (Sam Elliott) brings him to speed on various plot points.
Johnson and his special effects team do their best to provide the sort of cool visuals that will attract comic book and heavy metal fans, but the CGI flames never really impress, and the end results have the inevitable feel of a video game rather than the big screen.
Cage attempts to provide some originality to his characterization via such touches as Johnny's habit of swilling jelly beans from a martini glass, obsessive listening to the music of the Carpenters and fondness for watching monkey karate videos. But all of the actor's natural charisma is unable to compensate for the plodding narrative and thin characterizations.
Fonda, whose presence brings to mind such obvious references as "Easy Rider", effectively underplays as the Devil, and Donal Logue has some fun moments as Johnny's beleaguered employee.
GHOST RIDER
A Columbia Pictures release in association with Crystal Sky Pictures and Relativity Media
A Marvel Studios/Michael De Luca production
Credits:
Director-screenwriter: Mark Steven Johnson
Producers: Avi Arad, Steven Paul, Michael De Luca, Gary Foster
Executive producers: E. Bennett Walsh, Ari Arad, Stan Lee, Norm Golightly, David S. Goyer, Lynwood Spinks
Director of photography: Russell Boyd
Production designer: Kirk M. Petruccelli
Film editor: Richard Francis-Bruce
Costume designer: Lizzy Gardiner
Special visual effects and animation: Sony Pictures Imageworks Inc.
Music: Christopher Young
Cast: Johnny Blaze: Nicolas Cage
Roxanne: Eva Mendes
Blackheart: Wes Bentley
Caretaker: Sam Elliott
Mack: Donal Logue
Mephistopheles: Peter Fonda
Running time -- 110 minutes
MPAA rating PG-13...
- 2/19/2007
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
NEW YORK -- A comic book franchise is not born with this stillborn debut of Marvel's "Ghost Rider", starring Nicolas Cage as the fiery, motorcycle-riding skeleton who goes after bad guys. Despite the presence of the affable actor, who brings a clear love of the character and his trademark off-kilter brand of deadpan humor to the role, this effort is unlikely to reach the boxoffice heights of such stable mates as Spider-Man and the X-Men, settling instead for the level of director Mark Steven Johnson's other Marvel adaptation, "Daredevil".
After a brief prologue set in the Old West that reflects the first incarnation of the comic book, the film introduces us to the younger version of the lead character, Johnny Blaze. The young man's stunt cycle performer father is mortally ill from cancer, so when Mephistopheles (Peter Fonda) shows up to suggest one of his deals, Johnny eagerly barters his soul in exchange for his father's return to health.
Unfortunately, he hadn't counted on the devil's duplicitous ways, and it isn't long before, like seemingly every other comic book hero, he's lost his dad, in this case to a fiery motorcycle accident. He soon sets off on his own, abandoning his beautiful girlfriend Roxanne in the process.
Years later, he's become an Evel Knievel-style celebrity, jumping over half a dozen hovering helicopters over the length of a football field. When Roxanne (Eva Mendes, dressed in form-fitting dresses and showing a lot of cleavage), now a television interviewer, reappears in his life, he thinks everything is great. That is, until Mephistopheles shows up to exact his price.
Thus, Johnny, transformed into the Ghost Rider, is forced to become a sort of bounty hunter for his satanic keeper, using his new power to battle evildoers. These include Mephistopheles' wayward son Blackheart (Wes Bentley) and his gang, who are apparently competing for wayward souls. Whenever he gets close enough, Ghost Rider employs his Stare of Penance, which apparently makes the bad guys feel really, really guilty.
At this point the story line becomes replaced by a numbing series of actions sequences in which the Ghost Rider performs his fiery gravity-defying stunts while trying to avoid the clutches of law enforcement. Every once in a while, he stops by an old cemetery, where the grizzled Caretaker (Sam Elliott) brings him to speed on various plot points.
Johnson and his special effects team do their best to provide the sort of cool visuals that will attract comic book and heavy metal fans, but the CGI flames never really impress, and the end results have the inevitable feel of a video game rather than the big screen.
Cage attempts to provide some originality to his characterization via such touches as Johnny's habit of swilling jelly beans from a martini glass, obsessive listening to the music of the Carpenters and fondness for watching monkey karate videos. But all of the actor's natural charisma is unable to compensate for the plodding narrative and thin characterizations.
Fonda, whose presence brings to mind such obvious references as "Easy Rider", effectively underplays as the Devil, and Donal Logue has some fun moments as Johnny's beleaguered employee.
GHOST RIDER
A Columbia Pictures release in association with Crystal Sky Pictures and Relativity Media
A Marvel Studios/Michael De Luca production
Credits:
Director-screenwriter: Mark Steven Johnson
Producers: Avi Arad, Steven Paul, Michael De Luca, Gary Foster
Executive producers: E. Bennett Walsh, Ari Arad, Stan Lee, Norm Golightly, David S. Goyer, Lynwood Spinks
Director of photography: Russell Boyd
Production designer: Kirk M. Petruccelli
Film editor: Richard Francis-Bruce
Costume designer: Lizzy Gardiner
Special visual effects and animation: Sony Pictures Imageworks Inc.
Music: Christopher Young
Cast: Johnny Blaze: Nicolas Cage
Roxanne: Eva Mendes
Blackheart: Wes Bentley
Caretaker: Sam Elliott
Mack: Donal Logue
Mephistopheles: Peter Fonda
Running time -- 110 minutes
MPAA rating PG-13...
After a brief prologue set in the Old West that reflects the first incarnation of the comic book, the film introduces us to the younger version of the lead character, Johnny Blaze. The young man's stunt cycle performer father is mortally ill from cancer, so when Mephistopheles (Peter Fonda) shows up to suggest one of his deals, Johnny eagerly barters his soul in exchange for his father's return to health.
Unfortunately, he hadn't counted on the devil's duplicitous ways, and it isn't long before, like seemingly every other comic book hero, he's lost his dad, in this case to a fiery motorcycle accident. He soon sets off on his own, abandoning his beautiful girlfriend Roxanne in the process.
Years later, he's become an Evel Knievel-style celebrity, jumping over half a dozen hovering helicopters over the length of a football field. When Roxanne (Eva Mendes, dressed in form-fitting dresses and showing a lot of cleavage), now a television interviewer, reappears in his life, he thinks everything is great. That is, until Mephistopheles shows up to exact his price.
Thus, Johnny, transformed into the Ghost Rider, is forced to become a sort of bounty hunter for his satanic keeper, using his new power to battle evildoers. These include Mephistopheles' wayward son Blackheart (Wes Bentley) and his gang, who are apparently competing for wayward souls. Whenever he gets close enough, Ghost Rider employs his Stare of Penance, which apparently makes the bad guys feel really, really guilty.
At this point the story line becomes replaced by a numbing series of actions sequences in which the Ghost Rider performs his fiery gravity-defying stunts while trying to avoid the clutches of law enforcement. Every once in a while, he stops by an old cemetery, where the grizzled Caretaker (Sam Elliott) brings him to speed on various plot points.
Johnson and his special effects team do their best to provide the sort of cool visuals that will attract comic book and heavy metal fans, but the CGI flames never really impress, and the end results have the inevitable feel of a video game rather than the big screen.
Cage attempts to provide some originality to his characterization via such touches as Johnny's habit of swilling jelly beans from a martini glass, obsessive listening to the music of the Carpenters and fondness for watching monkey karate videos. But all of the actor's natural charisma is unable to compensate for the plodding narrative and thin characterizations.
Fonda, whose presence brings to mind such obvious references as "Easy Rider", effectively underplays as the Devil, and Donal Logue has some fun moments as Johnny's beleaguered employee.
GHOST RIDER
A Columbia Pictures release in association with Crystal Sky Pictures and Relativity Media
A Marvel Studios/Michael De Luca production
Credits:
Director-screenwriter: Mark Steven Johnson
Producers: Avi Arad, Steven Paul, Michael De Luca, Gary Foster
Executive producers: E. Bennett Walsh, Ari Arad, Stan Lee, Norm Golightly, David S. Goyer, Lynwood Spinks
Director of photography: Russell Boyd
Production designer: Kirk M. Petruccelli
Film editor: Richard Francis-Bruce
Costume designer: Lizzy Gardiner
Special visual effects and animation: Sony Pictures Imageworks Inc.
Music: Christopher Young
Cast: Johnny Blaze: Nicolas Cage
Roxanne: Eva Mendes
Blackheart: Wes Bentley
Caretaker: Sam Elliott
Mack: Donal Logue
Mephistopheles: Peter Fonda
Running time -- 110 minutes
MPAA rating PG-13...
- 2/19/2007
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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