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Josh Brolin Discusses Potential Cable Return in MCU
14 Nov
Summary
- Josh Brolin was asked about returning as Cable, not Thanos.
- Brolin seems content leaving the Cable character in the past.
- He is open to reprising his role as Gurney Halleck in Dune.

Actor Josh Brolin, known for his iconic portrayal of Thanos, is frequently approached by fans regarding a potential return for the Mad Titan. However, Brolin recently addressed inquiries about another Marvel character: Cable, from "Deadpool 2." During promotions for his survival thriller "Whalefall," Brolin indicated a willingness to move past his time as Cable, suggesting he is content leaving the character in the past.
Despite Brolin's apparent reluctance to revisit Cable, there is fan speculation about his potential re-emergence, especially with the upcoming X-Men reboot. Creator Rob Liefeld has expressed belief in further story potential for Cable. Meanwhile, Brolin remains open to reprising his role as Thanos if approached by the Russo Brothers.
Beyond his Marvel work, Brolin has been active in other projects. He featured in "Whalefall" and "The Dog Stars" in 2026. His role as Gurney Halleck in "Dune: Part 3" is scheduled for release on December 18, 2026, coinciding with "Avengers: Doomsday."