From debut to doubt: Will Poulter's cryptic future as Adam Warlock after Guardians 3
Looking back at Will Poulter's guarded comments about his future as Adam Warlock in the MCU post-Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 amidst Marvel's veil of secrecy.
Updated : October 20, 2023 05:28 PM ISTLooking back at Will Poulter's guarded comments about his future as Adam Warlock in the MCU post-Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 amidst Marvel's veil of secrecy.
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Ah, 2022 - a time of cinematic secrets, mysterious reveals, and Will Poulter's much-anticipated debut as Adam Warlock in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. But as with every cryptic character in the MCU, the journey was never just about the debut, but what lay ahead.
The awaited Warlock emerges
The fanfare around Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 was enormous. Not just because James Gunn was wrapping up his mesmerizing space odyssey but because of the pending arrival of Adam Warlock. The aftermath of the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 post-credits had fans squirming in their seats for Warlock's majestic entry. And oh boy, did Vol. 3 promise a grand spectacle!
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Poulter's guarded words and Marvel's inherent secrecy
With the limelight firmly on him, Poulter sat with The Movie Dweeb to shed (or rather, cloud) some light on Warlock's future post the third Guardians flick. His words were a blend of hope, uncertainty, and a dash of Marvel's signature secrecy. Poulter remarked, "I really hope so dude. I don't honestly know what the plan is... I'd be honored to play Adam Warlock again and I really hope to get that chance. I'm desperate to work with James again."
In the world of Marvel, where even the actors are often left in the dark until the eleventh hour, Poulter's candid confession was both endearing and puzzling. The studio's knack for secrecy was further highlighted during San Diego Comic-Con 2022, where footage from the movie was kept so under wraps that even the cast had a brief, fleeting glimpse of it.
Today, as we look back, the questions remain. Is Poulter genuinely unaware of Warlock's fate, or is he skilfully playing Marvel's game of keep-away? The Multiverse Saga sprawls ahead, offering numerous possibilities for Warlock. Yet, the details, as always with Marvel, remain tantalizingly out of reach.
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In the ever-evolving cosmos of the MCU, one thing's for certain: Warlock's journey has only just begun. Whether it's with Gunn, or in another corner of the universe, we're all ears and eyes for what's next.
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