Highlights
- Brie Larson has reportedly grown disillusioned with playing Captain Marvel after facing toxic backlash from fans, which has affected her belief in the role.
- Comments from author Joanna Robinson suggest that Larson wants to stop playing the character despite Marvel Studios' plans, due to the negative reception she has received.
- Fans are concerned about the future of the character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, particularly following the departures of other franchise anchors. The upcoming movie The Marvels will likely play a role in determining Larson's future in the MCU.
Captain Marvel actress Brie Larson reportedly became disillusioned and doesn't want to play Carol Danvers again in the Marvel Cinematic Universe after facing toxic backlash from fans.
Larson, known for playing Carol Danvers/Captain Marvel, has faced significant criticism since joining the superhero franchise. The comic book movie genre and its blockbuster status have attracted an influx of trolls and online negativity. It reportedly took a toll on Larson and destroyed her belief in playing Captain Marvel.
According to the new book titled MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios, author Joanna Robinson has claimed that Larson has become disillusioned while playing Captain Marvel for Marvel Studios. "The future of those Marvel icons was unclear. The departure of franchise anchors like Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, and Scarlett Johansson had already taken its toll, as had the shocking loss of Chadwick Boseman, but other MCU stalwarts were heading for the exits," Robinson wrote. "The ‘Guardians of the Galaxy‘ cast went on a farewell tour, Brie Larson grew disillusioned, and Marvel tussled with Sony in a custody battle over Tom Holland."
During an interview on The Watch podcast, Robinson reiterated what she has written in her book, revealing that Larson reportedly wants to stop playing Captain Marvel despite Marvel Studios' plans for the character. "Marvel Studios] put Brie Larson in [a prominent place in the MCU]," Robinson said. "I don't know if Brie Larson was the wrong person for the role necessarily. But the toxic backlash means that Brie Larson doesn't want to play Carol Danvers anymore."
The recent comments made by Robinson have made fans worried about the character's future in the MCU. Whether it was Captain Marvel or Avengers: Endgame, Larson has gone on to defy all the expectations by delivering powerful performances. After renowned actors like Downey Jr. and Evans exited, the Captain Marvel actress could be the next big star to leave the franchise. It would be interesting to see how Larson feels after the release of the upcoming movie The Marvels and how Marvel Studios would try to keep her in the MCU.
The Marvels is scheduled to hit theatres on November 10, 2023.
Source: The Watch