The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) fandom is consistently amazed by the intriguing details of Marvel’s shelved projects and canceled sequels to some of the most fantastic yet underappreciated movies in the franchise. Now, Louis Leterrier, the director behind the very first MCU Hulk feature in 2008, has shared some fascinating ideas that were considered for a potential sequel to The Incredible Hulk.
Serving as the debut of Marvel’s beloved green poster boy, The Incredible Hulk starred Edward Norton as Bruce Banner, brilliantly bringing the character to life as the brilliant scientist plagued by his monstrous alter ego. However, after four years, the torch was passed to Mark Ruffalo, who continued the Hulk’s story in The Avengers.
Interestingly, during the gap between The Incredible Hulk and The Avengers, director Louis Leterrier had elaborate plans to further expand the Hulk’s world. In a recent interview with ComicBook, Leterrier revealed that a whole sequel was planned, where The Incredible Hulk 2 would have showcased various versions of the titular hero.
“There were plans for Grey Hulk, Red Hulks – we had a lot of exciting ideas.”
Fans would have been treated to a vast world of Hulks, featuring Bruce Banner’s alternate Grey Hulk persona along with multiple Red Hulks and possibly even more variations. Leterrier wanted to take his time with the sequel, but unfortunately, the idea fell through because Marvel wanted to introduce many characters quickly.
Leterrier further explained that while “Hulk is a complex character within the Marvel Universe,” the audience prefers to see “the primeval Hulk… the rage Hulk.” However, these plans were never implemented, and the current portrayal of the Hulk differs from what the sequel could have explored.
“Hulk is a complex character within the Marvel Universe. You want the primeval Hulk… the rage Hulk. And when you introduce Grey Hulk and Smart Hulk, you lose some of that primal nature and it becomes more childish.”
Although the 2022 Marvel miniseries She-Hulk: Attorney at Law expanded the Hulk Universe, fans are still awaiting the appearance of Red Hulk, rumored to be portrayed by Harrison Ford in the upcoming Anthony Mackie-led Captain America movie, Brave New World. Speculation started after a photo of Ford in ripped pants surfaced, leading fans to theorize about his involvement. Only time will tell if these rumors turn out to be true.
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