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MCU's 'What If...?' Had a Mjolnir-Weilding Storm, but Really Wanted Another X-Men Icon As Well
MovieWebStory by Ernesto Valenzuela
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MCU's 'What If...?' almost featured a Mjolnir-wielding Storm, but the director had their eye on an even bigger X-Men icon.
beat sheet
- According to insiders, the director of 'What If...?' was eyeing Wolverine for a cameo, but couldn't secure the rights from Fox in time.
- Storm's appearance as the new Thor was nearly overshadowed, as the showrunners were hoping to introduce an even more popular mutant to the MCU.
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Ernesto Valenzuela, MCU, X-Men, Fox, 'What If...?'