As Marvel Studios continues building its next generation of X-Men, one of the biggest unanswered questions remains: Who will play Wolverine after Hugh Jackman?
While Marvel has confirmed some new mutant cast members and several actors continue to be linked with the reboot, the role of Wolverine has yet to receive an official casting announcement. Among fan discussions online, one name repeatedly stands out—Matt Wood.
Although Marvel Studios has not confirmed any actor for the iconic role, Wood has emerged as a popular fan choice thanks to his appearance, age and resemblance to the comic-book version of Logan.
Why Fans Are Talking About Matt Wood
Matt Wood may not yet be a household name, but his name has increasingly appeared in fan conversations surrounding the MCU’s future Wolverine.
The actor is known for portraying John Belushi in Saturday Night and has attracted attention because many fans believe he closely resembles Wolverine as depicted in Marvel Comics.
Unlike previous live-action portrayals, Wood’s physical build is viewed by some comic readers as being closer to the original version of the mutant hero.
Comic Wolverine Is Much Shorter Than Hugh Jackman
One of the biggest differences between the comic-book Wolverine and the version portrayed by Hugh Jackman is height.
In Marvel Comics, Logan is approximately 5 feet 3 inches tall, giving him a compact, aggressive fighting style that has become one of his defining characteristics.
Jackman, who has played Wolverine for more than two decades, stands around 6 feet 2 inches, making him significantly taller than the comic-book character.
Matt Wood, reportedly standing around 5 feet 7 inches, is considered by many fans to be a closer physical match to the original comic version.
Will Hugh Jackman Continue as Wolverine?
Hugh Jackman is expected to return as Wolverine in Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Secret Wars.
However, Marvel has not revealed whether he will continue playing the character beyond that film or if the studio plans to introduce a younger version for its upcoming X-Men franchise.
Many fans expect Marvel to eventually recast Wolverine as part of the MCU’s long-term plans.
Marvel Has Not Confirmed Any Wolverine Casting
Despite widespread online speculation, Marvel Studios has not officially announced a new Wolverine actor.
Recent reports have linked several performers to other mutant roles, including:
- Sadie Sink as Jean Grey (confirmed)
- Kit Connor (reported to be in talks for Cyclops)
- Samara Weaving (rumoured for Emma Frost)
However, no official announcement has been made regarding Wolverine.
Fans should treat all casting rumours as speculation until confirmed directly by Marvel Studios.
Why Wolverine Is One of Marvel’s Biggest Casting Decisions
Replacing Hugh Jackman will likely be one of the MCU’s most closely watched casting choices.
Jackman’s portrayal defined Wolverine for over 25 years, making any successor subject to enormous expectations from both longtime comic readers and movie audiences.
Marvel faces the challenge of balancing comic accuracy with mainstream appeal while introducing the character to a new generation of viewers.
Whether the studio chooses an established Hollywood star or a rising actor remains unknown.
