Why did George Clooney turn down the role of Nick Fury?

George Clooney reportedly declined the role of Nick Fury after discovering an ultra-gory comic book story featuring the character strangling an enemy with their own entrails.

Who eventually played Nick Fury in the MCU?

Samuel L. Jackson was cast as Nick Fury and played the character in "Iron Man" and numerous other Marvel Cinematic Universe films and series.

What was the ultra-gory Nick Fury comic about?

The comic featured a scene where Nick Fury strangled an enemy with their own entrails, and was published under Marvel's 'Max' imprint known for mature content.

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Clooney's Gory Comic Fear: Nick Fury's Near Miss

28 Jan

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George Clooney turned down Nick Fury due to ultra-gory comic content.
A Nick Fury comic featured strangling an enemy with entrails.
Samuel L. Jackson's casting solidified the MCU's Nick Fury.

Clooney's Gory Comic Fear: Nick Fury's Near Miss

It is now understood that George Clooney was once in consideration to portray Nick Fury in the early development of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, Clooney reportedly turned down the role after encountering an ultra-gory depiction of the character in a Marvel comic book. This specific comic, published between 2001 and 2002, featured a scene where Nick Fury strangled an opponent with their own entrails.

This violent story was part of Marvel's 'Max' imprint, known for mature content. The creators of this comic were also behind 'The Boys.' The decision may have been influenced by Clooney's publicist. Ultimately, the casting of Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury in 2008's "Iron Man" proved pivotal, establishing the character's presence and paving the way for the Avengers Initiative and the wider MCU.

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