Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige is on a mission to revitalize the MCU, and part of that strategy involves making movies smarter, not just bigger. One surprising source of inspiration? Gareth Edwards ’ sci-fi epic The Creator .

Kevin Feige discussed the challenges of recasting iconic roles like Iron Man and Captain America, referencing Sean Connery as James Bond. He hinted at future recasting in the MCU while acknowledging the enduring legacy of beloved characters.

Kevin Feige is looking to put the ex in “ X-Men .” The Marvel Studios head said during a press conference, as reported by Variety, that he will be recasting iconic characters for the upcoming “X-Men” movie directed by “Thunderbolts*” helmer Jake Schreier. Feige cited that the comics centered on adolescents, hinting that the reboot would too.

Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige has addressed what the MCU will look like after Avengers: Secret Wars, addressing plans for the X-Men, and why the decision was made to pivot to Doom instead of Kang.

"Reset, singular timeline — we’re thinking along those lines," Feige said of the future of the MCU, careful to avoid the label "reboot"