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Hulk is one of the most popular Marvel characters, but how the character has been shown in the MCU makes it look debatable. People did not like it when the big green guy refused to come out in the time of need in Avengers: Infinity War. Directors Joe Russo, and Anthony Russo, popularly known as the Russo brothers, once revealed why Hulk might not have joined the fight against Thanos in the 2018 movie. Scroll below to know more.
The movie featured an ensemble cast comprising the OG Avengers stars except for Jeremy Renner and several other actors who have appeared in multiple MCU movies. It was the first movie of the Infinity Saga’s finale phase where characters disintegrated after Thanos’ snap. It is one of the highest-grossing movies of all time. and collected $2.05 billion in its worldwide run. Mark Ruffalo, one of the OG Avengers, has been playing the role of Hulk since 2012’s The Avengers. Previously, Edward Norton appeared in the role, but eventually, things did not work out, and Ruffalo replaced him.
What Did Joe Russo Say About Hulk Refusing To Help Bruce Banner In Avengers: Infinity War?
As per The Mary Sue, Joe Russo once shared his take on why the Hulk did not help Bruce Banner during the fight against Thanos. The Avengers: Infinity War co-director said, “People speculated whether there was some fear on the Hulk’s part about having to face Thanos again, but I think ultimately it’s that he’s tired of playing hero to Bruce Banner.”
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The Russo brother explained, “What makes him unique as a character is that there’s a host body that is being fought over by two distinct personalities who hate each other. Both want control of the host body. We thought an interesting direction to take him in is, well, what if Banner, who typically uses the Hulk to solve crisis situations, what if the Hulk were no longer interested in solving those problems for Banner? So, the relationship is becoming increasingly dysfunctional, and that’s what’s going on here.”
Bruce Banner managed to settle his and Hulk’s differences as the Avengers and the fans saw the Smart Hulk in 2019’s Avengers: Endgame. Bruce combined Banner’s brain and Hulk’s brawn to achieve that feat. He also altered Thanos’ snap and brought back everyone.
What Was The Hulk’s Last Appearance In The MCU?
Following the events of Avengers: Endgame, The Hulk was seen in a cameo appearance in 2021’s Shang Chi: The Legend of the Ten Rings. He next appeared in the Marvel series She Hulk: Attorney Of Law.
When Will The Hulk Appear In MCU Next?
According to Deadline, Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk has been reported to join Spider-Man: Brand New Day in a supporting role. Meanwhile, there was no mention of Ruffalo or The Hulk in the Avengers: Doomsday cast announcements. However, fans believe the character might appear in the film. It remains to be seen if the rumors turn into reality during the second part of Doomsday cast reveal.
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