Marvel Reportedly Developing a Solo WOLVERINE Movie With an A-List Director Attached
What exactly does Marvel have planned for Wolverine? That’s becoming a pretty interesting question as conflicting reports continue to surface about the mutant’s future in the MCU.
The latest rumor suggests that Wolverine could be getting another solo movie, and apparently, a major Hollywood filmmaker is already involved.
According to insider @MyTimeToShineH, Marvel Studios is developing a standalone Wolverine movie separate from its upcoming X-Men movie. The scooper shared the following on X: “Not only is a solo movie in development, but an A-list director is attached to the project.”
Unfortunately, the report doesn't reveal who that director might be or what kind of story the movie would tell. One question some fans might have is, will Hugh Jackman return to play Wolverine, or does Marvel intend to introduce a new actor as part of its growing mutant universe. I think Marvel will cast a new actor in the role.
Jackman most recently reprised the role in 2024's Deadpool & Wolverine, proving that audiences still love seeing him unleash those adamantium claws. He’s also set to appear in Avengers: Doomsday. While another movie with Jackman would certainly get fans excited, Marvel will eventually have to decide what its long-term plans are for the character.
One filmmaker who has previously expressed interest in Wolverine is Joe Russo, who helped direct some of Marvel's biggest movies alongside his brother Anthony.
During a 2021 appearance on the Lights Camera Barstool podcast, Russo talked about his affection for the character, saying: “Wolverine has always been such a special character for me. But I would really love to see him on screen.” He also added: “I’d love to take a crack at Wolverine at some point.”
Russo would certainly be an interesting choice, given his history with Marvel, but there's currently nothing connecting him to this rumored project beyond those earlier comments.
Fans have also been throwing around some intriguing names, including Taylor Sheridan, David Fincher, and Paul Thomas Anderson. Those would all be wildly different takes on Wolverine, and I'd be especially curious to see what someone like Fincher could do with the character.
Wolverine works incredibly well in darker, more personal stories, and a solo film could explore his violent history and complicated personality without having to worry about an entire team of mutants sharing the spotlight.
Meanwhile, Marvel is already moving forward with its next X-Men movie, with Jake Schreier directing. The film is reportedly scheduled for May 5, 2028, with Sadie Sink, Kit Connor, and Samara Weaving among the announced cast members. There's still no confirmation that Wolverine will appear in that movie.
Before then, Marvel has Avengers: Doomsday arriving on December 18, 2026. That's followed by Avengers: Secret Wars on May 7, 2027. Whether Jackman will show up in either of those massive crossover movies remains another unanswered question.
For now, this reported Wolverine solo movie should be treated strictly as a rumor. Marvel hasn't officially announced the project, confirmed a director, or revealed who would play Logan.
Still, I love the idea of Wolverine getting another standalone adventure, especially one that gives a talented filmmaker room to tell a gritty, character-driven story. There's a lot more to Logan than slicing through bad guys, and the right director could deliver something pretty badass.
Who would you like to see direct a new Wolverine movie?