Ryan Phillippe Reveals That He's In Talks For A Marvel/Netflix Series; Could He Be IRON FIST?

Ryan Phillippe Reveals That He's In Talks For A Marvel/Netflix Series; Could He Be IRON FIST?

Damages star Ryan Phillippe was among those considered for the role of Captain America a number of years ago, but the actor has now revealed that he's in talks with Marvel for a role in one of their shows on Netflix? Iron Fist? The Punisher? Bullseye? Hit the jump for details...

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By JoshWilding - Apr 29, 2015 10:04 AM EST
Filed Under: Iron Fist
Source: Bleeding Cool

According to Bleeding Cool, Ryan Phillippe appeared on the Howard Stern show this morning and revealed that he's in talks with Marvel to appear in one of their Netflix shows. Casting for A.K.A. Jessica Jones is more than likely finished with at this point and it seems a bit too early to start finding actors for season two of Daredevil, so could it be that he'll star as Iron Fist in Luke Cage? 

There are a number of other possibilities of course, including characters like Bullseye and The Punisher, and there's absolutely nothing to say that he won't end up having only a very minor role. After all, he didn't say whether or not he's being eyed for a part anywhere near as big as Iron Fist. 

We'll just have to wait and see, but now the word is out there, expect to hear something from the trades or Marvel fairly soon! Who do you guys think Phillippe would be well suited for in the Netflix corner of the Marvel Cinematic Universe? As always, be sure to share your thoughts below!
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MercwithMouth
MercwithMouth - 4/29/2015, 10:17 AM
Dan Stevens for Iron Fist!

Better than Gusto's choice though...
Desr0w
Desr0w - 4/29/2015, 10:24 AM
Talking about scratching the bottom of the barrel.
ComicsDoneRight
ComicsDoneRight - 4/29/2015, 10:25 AM
Ryan for Punisher!!! Lol
Tempo
Tempo - 4/29/2015, 10:25 AM
Iron Fist for sure!

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comicfan1969
comicfan1969 - 4/29/2015, 10:25 AM
Back in the 90's, he was my choice for a live action Angel. I always thought he would be a perfect Warren.
knocturnalzen10
knocturnalzen10 - 4/29/2015, 10:26 AM
smh ............ only good thing is if punisher gets a show , just for the interaction of cap an frank .............. lol classic dislike
TheAmericanPatriot
TheAmericanPatriot - 4/29/2015, 10:26 AM
Fun Fact: Ryan Phillippe has a blackbelt in Taekwondo.
tugboy
tugboy - 4/29/2015, 10:26 AM
As long as this series shows the scene where Iron Fist (as a child) sees his mother eaten by wolves, I will be pleased with anything.
Trickwil
Trickwil - 4/29/2015, 10:26 AM
I'm torn because if you've watched him recently he's become a really great actor. Iron Fist is a little known character so you might need a bigger name to play him. I thought they'd go younger but he's about the same age as Cox and the guy playing Cage so it makes sense in that way. If he is Iron fist i don't have a problem with it but I do think he'd make a better Punisher or Moon Knight.
TheAmericanPatriot
TheAmericanPatriot - 4/29/2015, 10:26 AM
I think he'll be a villian though...Bullseye?
mgeoff88
mgeoff88 - 4/29/2015, 10:27 AM
I can't buy Ryan Phillippe as an expert martial artist...

He just doesn't seem like the right fit for the character.
Dmon
Dmon - 4/29/2015, 10:27 AM
Ironfist yes he is actually a martial artist. But for Punisher No.
tugboy
tugboy - 4/29/2015, 10:27 AM
I think he's a blackbelt in Tai Chi.
GhostDog
GhostDog - 4/29/2015, 10:29 AM
Dan Stevens for Iron fist. He may be up for a villain role in iron fist or Luke cage. Marvek does do inspired casting however. Maybe h3 could be iron fist. He could be the Steel Serpent Davos, Danny Rands opposite. Every hero needs a polar opposite, and the martial arts master Davos provided Iron Fist with just that. As the Steel Serpent, this native of the mystical city K’un-L’un has even been able to absorb Iron Fist’s power into his own body. Including the Steel Serpent in Iron Fist would both allow for a natural exploration of the history of K’un-L’un and lead to the elaborate martial arts melees that fans expect out of a series starring Danny Rand.
GhostDog
GhostDog - 4/29/2015, 10:30 AM
This guy has a black belt si I'm down
GhostDog
GhostDog - 4/29/2015, 10:31 AM
He'd nake a great villian. I think he could be an iron fist villian
SuperCat
SuperCat - 4/29/2015, 10:31 AM
Enphlieuwince
Enphlieuwince - 4/29/2015, 10:31 AM
I hope he gets it. He is ready IMO.
tongtong
tongtong - 4/29/2015, 10:32 AM
Dan Stevens
Tempo
Tempo - 4/29/2015, 10:32 AM
Philippe has a blackbelt in Taekwondo,Danny Rand/Iron Fist for sure,he's perfect,after Charlie Cox,Krysten Ritter,Mike Colter maybe another hit by Netflix.
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KingQuicksilver
KingQuicksilver - 4/29/2015, 10:33 AM
I clicked on the article confusing him with ryan Kwanten and got really excited because I've always wanted him in a actual marvel property but then got upset because it's just this guy but eh he would be a decent choice but imo would make a better elektra in my opinion but so would @gusto
rdvargas1
rdvargas1 - 4/29/2015, 10:34 AM
He also revealed he has a black belt in tae kwon do. He's 40 but looks much younger. He's a good guest on the Stern show, i'm just not convinced on his acting abilities.
MonsterSquad35
MonsterSquad35 - 4/29/2015, 10:35 AM
Get the [frick] off me...I'm Iron Fist * clinching teeth while talking *
KingQuicksilver
KingQuicksilver - 4/29/2015, 10:35 AM
shshshsh Karl urban for frank castle (even tho pretty cliche)
ruadh
ruadh - 4/29/2015, 10:36 AM
I admit I haven't seen THAT many of his movies, but he was incredible in Way of the Gun. And apparently he is a black belt in something, so that's cool. Could totally buy him as Danny Rand, if that is what its for.
Dan01
Dan01 - 4/29/2015, 10:37 AM
If it's as good as Daredevil, I'm in! Now Iron Fist would be cool!
Xenomorph
Xenomorph - 4/29/2015, 10:39 AM
In my mind it is down Cam Gigandet (preferred choice) or him as Danny Rand/Iron Fist, so I'm okay with this if it turns out to be true. In my opinion he has become a pretty solid actor over the years (check out Damages), is definitely what I'd call a pretty boy (which is kinda required for Danny) and has some martial arts experience
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