Nicolas Cage says MCU fight scenes are turning the Marvel Cinematic Universe into a “well-funded and glorified WWE”. He made the comparison at Fan Expo Dallas, saying the films can move from actors getting into costume straight to combat. IGN reported Cage’s comments. The official Fan Expo video carries the remarks. The Playlist also reported on the panel.
“I do say this with love. When I see these 50-plus, otherwise intelligent, remarkably gifted thespians putting on these ridiculous outfits and getting ready for the fight — and let’s face it, it’s cutting all to the fight — it’s hard for me not to be reminded that the MCU is becoming a well-funded and glorified WWE.”
Nicolas Cage, speaking at Fan Expo Dallas
MCU fight scenes drew Cage’s WWE comparison
Cage prefaced the line with “I do say this with love” and praised the performers as “otherwise intelligent, remarkably gifted thespians”. His criticism was directed at the films’ emphasis on set-piece fights: he described costumed actors preparing for combat, followed by the cut to the fight. The MCU fight scenes are the focus of his comparison, not the cast’s ability.
Cage’s comic-book work includes Ghost Rider and Spider-Noir
Cage has worked across comic-book adaptations, including the Spider-Man Noir character in animation and live action. IGN also notes his two Ghost Rider films and Big Daddy in Kick-Ass. tbreak has covered Cage’s Spider-Noir series and Marvel’s Ghost Rider plans. His Fan Expo remarks are commentary on the MCU’s action scenes, not a casting announcement or confirmation that he is returning as Ghost Rider.
Is Cage’s WWE comparison a literal claim about professional wrestling?
No. He uses WWE as a comparison for what he sees as the MCU’s shift from costumed ensembles to fight scenes. His point is about how the films are structured, not a claim about wrestling’s scripted format.
Does Cage’s remark mean he will appear in Avengers: Secret Wars?
No. Cage made no casting announcement at Fan Expo Dallas. IGN noted that the comments offer no reason to expect a surprise Secret Wars cameo.
