Samuel L. Jackson, known for his iconic role as Nick Fury in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), recently addressed his plans for playing the character in future projects. With 15 years and 14 Marvel Studios projects on his resume, Jackson currently boasts the longest-running tenure of anybody in the MCU. In this article, we’ll take a look at Jackson’s recent statements about his future with Marvel and explore where Nick Fury could potentially appear next.
Jackson Hopes To Continue Playing Nick Fury
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Speaking with Empire, Jackson addressed how long he plans to continue playing Nick Fury in the MCU. Despite Fury’s recent statement of “One last fight” in the trailer for Secret Invasion, Jackson expressed his love for playing the character and hopes to continue making an impact in the franchise. He also noted that he’s excited about the new possibilities opening up for the character in the upcoming phase of the MCU.
Fury’s New Look And Backstory
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Secret Invasion will feature a brand-new look for Nick Fury, taking away his iconic eye patch, goatee, and leather jacket. For Jackson, this presents an opportunity to “humanize” the character, who is often seen as “superhuman” by fans. Additionally, the series will explore Fury’s backstory, shedding light on how much his job as the former director of SHIELD takes a toll on his personal life.
More Shine For Jackson In The MCU
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Despite the absence of SHIELD in recent MCU projects, Jackson’s Nick Fury remains a constant presence. He is set to star in Secret Invasion and The Marvels, and he has already taken the record for the most appearances in Marvel Studios trailers from franchise mainstay Robert Downey Jr. As the MCU continues to expand, there are many potential avenues for Fury to return, such as in 2025’s Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and 2026’s Avengers: Secret Wars.
Where Could Nick Fury Appear Next?
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Aside from the Avengers movies, Fury could potentially appear in solo films like Captain America: New World Order or serve as a mentor for characters like War Machine in Armor Wars. With Deadpool set to join the MCU in 2024’s Deadpool 3, Fury may also be a good fit to help welcome the Multiversal newcomer.
Based on Jackson’s recent comments and the many potential avenues for Nick Fury to appear, it’s clear that his time in the MCU is far from done. As Marvel continues to expand and explore new possibilities, fans can look forward to seeing more of Samuel L. Jackson’s iconic portrayal of Nick Fury.
