Finn Jones, who played the character in the Netflix series, is excited about the chance to play Iron Fist again in the MCU.
The prospect of Finn Jones playing the role of Iron Fist in future Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) projects has created quite a bit of excitement among fans. In a recent interview with Nerd Shepherd during Heroes Dutch Comic Con in Utrecht, Netherlands, Jones shared his hopes for the character’s potential development. “I think there’s still a lot of room to grow with that character,” the actor said. “I’m in a professional position where I want to grow with this character.”
Danny Rand’s Story on Netflix
Jones suggested that the best way to bring back Iron Fist would be through the Heroes for Hire series, in which he would share the screen with Mike Colter, who played Luke Cage. “I’d love to see the chemistry between Mike and I again. She’s always been fantastic. I think they’re really interesting characters,” he added.
Jones starred as Danny Rand/Iron Fist in the 2017 Netflix/Marvel series. The series, the fourth installment in Netflix’s Defenders Saga, begins with Danny returning to New York fifteen years after his disappearance. As the season progressed, it was revealed that Danny gained the power of the Iron Fist while in the mysterious city of Kun Lun, where he trained in martial arts. Following the first season of Iron Fist, Jones appeared as a superhero in the series Defenders before exiting the character in the second season.
Heroes for hire
Heroes for Hire is a superhero company created by writer Ed Hannigan and artist Lee Elias, who first appeared in Power Man and Iron Fist #54 in 1978. Danny Rand and Luke Cage are the usual leaders of this team. Guests as a service. Although Marvel Studios has yet to announce plans for the Heroes Four project, several characters who are part of this team in the comics have already been introduced in the MCU, such as She-Hulk (Tatiana Maslany), Moon Knight (Oscar Isaac). ), Shang-Chi (Simu Liu), Misty Knight (Simone Missick) and Colin Wing (Jessica Henwick).
With the Defenders Saga now part of the MCU’s hallowed timeline, Marvel Studios has big plans for the franchise’s main characters, including Charlie Cox’s Daredevil, Vincent D’Onofrio’s Wilson Fisk and Jon Bernthal’s Punishment. The three will appear in Daredevil: Born Again, along with other actors from the Netflix/Marvel series.
Although the character played by Jones is not on this list of answers, the hero is rumored to appear in Shang-Chi and The Legend of the Ten Rings. However, rumors suggest that it will not be Danny Rand who appears in the sequel, but another Iron Fist who will debut in the upcoming animated series Eyes of Wakanda.
Iron Fist has a bright future in the MCU
There is clearly a growing desire to see more Iron Fist in the MCU. Jones has clearly shown his desire to continue exploring and developing the character, and with the potential of a project like Heroes for Hire on the horizon, fans have a lot to look forward to. Both seasons of Iron Fist are available on Disney+, giving new viewers a chance to tune in and old fans a chance to relive the Danny Rand story.
As Marvel Studios continues to expand its universe, the possibilities of seeing characters like Iron Fist interact with other heroes are endless. The introduction of new characters and the amalgamation of old favorites promises to keep fans glued to their screens, eagerly anticipating each new revelation.
Jones and his infectious enthusiasm for the return of Iron Fist will no doubt add to the anticipation. Will Heroes for Hire be Marvel’s next big project? Only time will tell, but it’s certain that fans of the character can expect big things in the future.