X-Men franchise star Michael Fassbender does not rule out a Magneto return in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Two actors have played Magneto prominently in Fox's X-Men movies, Fassbender and Ian McKellen. Following the latter was a daunting test, but one that Fassbender passed with flying colors. The actor's version of Magneto was complex and compelling, which has led to fans asking for Fassbender to return as Magneto now that the MCU's X-Men movie is starting to form. In December 2023, Fassbender said he had a good run as Magneto, but that might not be the end.
Speaking with Collider, Michael Fassbender revealed he is a fan of Deadpool and Wolverine, commenting on whether he could play Magneto again. Fassbender revealed that Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool is probably his "favorite" Marvel character. About returning as Magneto in future MCU movies, Fassbender thinks it really is about time, as he wants to be available to his family and is focused right now on his upcoming spy series, The Agency. However, he is "always open to things" and will "never say never" to a possible Magneto return. Check out the full quote below:
"Well, you know, I loved working with Hugh [Jackman]. You know, he’s an absolute gentleman; he’s so talented. I'm a big fan of Ryan [Reynolds] and what he’s done with the Deadpool series.
I’ve got two little boys. I want to be available to them and be around. So right now, my focus and energy is really going to be on The Agency, but you never say never."
What Michael Fassbender's Magneto Return Comments Mean
The Door Is Open For The Actor's Return
Fassbender's positive comments about Hugh Jackman's Wolverine and Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool make it seem like the actor would have a great time working with the MCU duo. The Magneto actor also left the door open for a possible return to his Marvel villain in the future, as long as the timing is right for him. That could end up not being a problem for the actor, as the MCU still has to put an end to its Multiverse Saga before properly debuting a new take on the mutants, which could feature an actor or two from Fox's X-Men.
Fassbender's main issue with possibly coming back as Magneto seems to be about having time with his family. The actor's new series, The Agency, is based on a French TV show that went on for five seasons. As such, the same could be repeated for Fassbender's spy series. Since the MCU's X-Men movie is three years away at the earliest, it is possible that Fassbender's The Agency will be nearing its end or will end just as the X-Men reboot comes out. Before then, the actor could make a cameo appearance in one of the next two Avengers movies.
