22 Celebrities Who Nearly Got Cast as Marvel Characters

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has had the great fortune of featuring some of the most outstanding and highly-acclaimed actors in the business. From seasoned veterans like Robert Downey Jr. and Michael Douglas to rising superstars like Tom Holland and Brie Larson, there is no shortage of talent to bring the biggest heroes in Marvel Comics to life on the big screen.

There are, of course, numerous actors who went up to bat for Marvel roles but didn't quite make it past first base to join the MCU. 

Here is a look back at 22 of Hollywood's biggest stars who were considered for Marvel Studios movies and the roles they almost played...

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