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Summary

• Juggernaut has been portrayed by four actors in Marvel movies, making a captivating villain with immense strength.
• Juggernaut officially debuted in the MCU timeline in Deadpool & Wolverine after being part of Fox's X-Men timeline.
• Ryan Reynolds and David Leitch played crucial roles in bringing Juggernaut to life in Deadpool 2, enhancing his physicality and presence.

Juggernaut has been played by a total of four actors in several Marvel movies. Juggernaut, AKA, Cain Marko, is a captivating villain who traditionally torments the X-Men. In 2024, Juggernaut makes a cameo appearance in Deadpool & Wolverine. This marked his official debut in the MCU timeline after serving as an adversary in Fox’s X-Men timeline. Now the character is back under Marvel’s remit, the fearsome foe will likely appear again in the MCU’s future.
Juggernaut first appeared in X-Men #12 in 1965, created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby. Juggernaut is best known for his immense strength and invulnerability, granted by the mystical artifact known as the Crimson Gem of Cyttorak. As the stepbrother of Charles Xavier, the founder of the X-Men, Juggernaut has a deep and complex history within the X-Men universe. Juggernaut's formidable abilities and personal vendettas have made him a recurring and iconic adversary in the Marvel Comics landscape, and his movie appearances have been equally memorable.
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2 4 Vinnie Jones' 20th Century Fox Juggernaut X-Men: The Last Stand Close The first actor to portray Juggernaut in a movie was Vinnie Jones, who took on the role in X-Men: The Last Stand (2006). Known for his imposing physical presence and tough-guy persona, Jones brought a unique blend of menace and charisma to the character. Before becoming Juggernaut, Jones had established himself as a go-to actor for rugged, hard-edged roles, often portraying criminals and enforcers. His notable film credits include Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998) and Snatch (2000), both directed by Guy Ritchie.
Vinnie Jones's Juggernaut in X-Men: The Last Stand is perhaps best remembered for the iconic line, "I'm the Juggernaut, b****!" This line, delivered with brute force and a touch of humor, quickly became a memorable quotation and was the subject of a popular internet parody. X-Men: The Last Stand is also notable for changing Juggernaut’s powers to be a mutant ability, rather than magical as depicted in the comics.
The movie also gave Juggernaut a self-aware sense of humor, which was another departure from the comics. Regardless, Jones’s Juggernaut was an intimidating presence that starred in some of the movie’s most memorable scenes as a member of Magneto's Brotherhood. Indeed, Vinnie Jones was asked to reprise his role as Juggernaut for Deadpool & Wolverine.
Vinnie Jones unfortunately declined the offer to appear in Deadpool & Wolverine. He stated that the physical demands of the costume were too taxing for what seemed like a brief appearance. Nevertheless, the Juggernaut eventually used in Deadpool & Wolverine was based on the design from The Last Stand. Despite not returning to the franchise, Vinnie Jones's portrayal of Juggernaut has certainly left a mark on X-Men's cinematic history.
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*Availability in US X-Men: The Last Stand is the third and final installment in Bryan Singer's original X-Men trilogy. It adapts Marvel's famous "Dark Phoenix" storyline, with Famke Janssen's Jean Grey embracing her supernatural power to unleash chaos on mutantkind. Fox's 2006 superhero movie brings back franchise mainstays such as Hugh Jackman's Wolverine, Patrick Stewart's Professor X, and Ian McKellen's Magneto, and it introduces major mutant characters such as Kelsey Grammer's Beast, Ben Foster's Angel, and Vinnie Jones' Juggernaut.
Director Brett Ratner Release Date May 25, 2006 Runtime 104 Minutes 3 Ryan Reynolds' Vocal And Motion Capture Juggernaut Deadpool 2 Close In Deadpool 2, Juggernaut was brought to life as a CGI composite, with multiple actors contributing to the motion capture performances. Most notably, Deadpool himself – Ryan Reynolds. Already a multifaceted force in the film as its star, writer, and producer, Reynolds took his involvement a step further by embodying the menacing villain.
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Reynolds provided some of the facial motion capture for Juggernaut, ensuring the character's expressions had the right blend of brute force and intimidating presence. More significantly, he contributed to Juggernaut's physical movements, leveraging his understanding of the character and the film's tone to deliver a performance that was both powerful and seamlessly integrated with the action. Reynolds also lent his voice to Juggernaut in Deadpool 2, which was then digitally lowered to create the deep, resonant growl befitting the character's enormous stature and menacing persona.
The result was a Juggernaut that surpassed previous cinematic incarnations in terms of physicality and presence. Unlike Vinnie Jones's portrayal in X-Men: The Last Stand, which relied on practical effects and a physical suit, the CGI Juggernaut in Deadpool 2 allowed for more dynamic and fluid action sequences. This technological advantage facilitated a thrilling showdown between Juggernaut and Colossus, showcasing the former's immense strength and resilience.
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*Availability in US The Merc With the Mouth returns in Deadpool 2, "the sequel to the first one." Wade Wilson finds himself alone and without purpose until he reluctantly agrees to join the X-Men. Things take a turn for the strange when Wade finds himself in prison after trying to help a young mutant named Russell, and a time-traveling mutant cyborg arrives to slay Russell to save the future. Determined to save Russell and do the right thing, Wade creates a new team of heroes to fight back and save the world the only way Deadpool knows how – as ridiculously as possible.
Director David Leitch Release Date May 10, 2018 Runtime 120 Minutes 2 David Leitch's Facial Motion Capture Juggernaut Deadpool 2 Close Deadpool 2 director David Leitch was the basis for Juggernaut's face and provided some of the facial motion capture. Leitch also acted as Juggernaut in scenes where Ryan Reynolds needed someone to interact with. David Leitch is well known for his extensive work as a director and stunt coordinator. Before Deadpool 2, he co-directed the critically acclaimed action film John Wick (2014) and helmed Atomic Blonde (2017). He also provided stunt work for X-Men Origins: Wolverine.
Leitch's performance as Juggernaut in the motion capture process ensured that the character's expressions and movements were both realistic and menacing, adding humanity to the CGI creation. Despite his success with Deadpool 2, David Leitch did not return for Deadpool & Wolverine. Nevertheless, Leitch's contributions to Deadpool 2, particularly in bringing Juggernaut to life, remain a highlight of Juggernaut's cinematic legacy.
1 Aaron W. Reed's MCU Juggernaut Deadpool & Wolverine Close Aaron W. Reed portrayed Juggernaut in Deadpool & Wolverine, bringing a new level of physicality and intensity to the character. Reed, known for his imposing stature and strength, previously showcased his talents in Free Guy, where he played Dude, the muscular version of Ryan Reynolds's character. His ability to convincingly portray larger-than-life characters made him an excellent choice for Juggernaut.
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7 Reed's performance in Deadpool & Wolverine was particularly showcased during his thrilling fight against X-23 in the Void. This battle highlighted his ability to combine brute force with dynamic action choreography, creating a memorable confrontation that stood out in the film. The fight was designed to leverage Reed's physical prowess and contrast it against the diminutive X-23, making the fight even more gripping. The design of Juggernaut in Deadpool & Wolverine was based on his appearance in X-Men: The Last Stand.
This paid homage to the character's first cinematic incarnation while allowing Reed to bring his own interpretation to the role. Referencing Reed's casting in Vinnie Jones's stead, Deadpool humorously quips that he's “this year’s Juggernaut.” Regardless, Reed's background in acting and his experience with physically demanding roles allowed him to effectively embody the Juggernaut, even rivaling his predecessors. Reed's commitment to the role and his ability to bring authenticity to Juggernaut ensured that the character remained a standout element in Deadpool & Wolverine.
Deadpool & Wolverine R A follow-up to the highly successful Deadpool and Deadpool 2 films starring Ryan Reynolds as the Merc with a Mouth. The third film will be the first in the franchise to be developed under the Marvel Studios banner following Disney's acquisition of 20th Century Fox.
Director Shawn Levy Release Date July 26, 2024 Runtime 127 Minutes
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