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Ryan Gosling addressed ongoing speculation about his potential involvement in a major Marvel role during a recent interview. The actor shared a brief update on discussions surrounding Ghost Rider. He offered insight into where things currently stand without confirming any official plans.
Ryan Gosling on if he’ll play Ghost Rider in MCU
Ryan Gosling has not confirmed that he will play Ghost Rider in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. This comes from an interview on Josh Horowitz’s Happy Sad Confused podcast.
When asked directly about the role, he said, “Some discussions have been had. It’s a complicated situation.” He also added, “We keep hope alive,” indicating that while conversations have taken place, no official casting decision has been announced.
The actor acknowledged prior interest in the character, stating “Just a feeling” when asked why Ghost Rider appealed to him. During the interview, he also joked about the character’s visual identity, saying, “You just want to set your face on fire.” These remarks confirm awareness and enthusiasm but do not indicate any finalized agreement with Marvel Studios.
Gosling confirmed that he spoke with Marvel leadership, saying “Some discussions have been had” when asked about conversations involving Kevin Feige. However, he did not share specifics about timelines, contracts, or any active development tied to Ghost Rider within the MCU.
He also referenced a personal connection to the character through his partner Eva Mendes, noting, “I’m just happy one of us got to do it,” in reference to her prior involvement with Ghost Rider. This comment highlights familiarity with the franchise but does not suggest active casting progress.
There has been no official announcement from Marvel Studios confirming Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider. His statements indicate that talks have occurred but remain unresolved, with the situation described as “complicated.” Based on available information, his involvement in the MCU as Ghost Rider remains unconfirmed and in discussion stages only.
