Sebastian Stan spoke candidly in a recent Vanity Fair article about how his career was struggling before he was cast as Bucky Barnes in “Captain America: The First Avenger” in 2011. This role significantly transformed his career trajectory. Not only has he continued to work with Marvel for over a decade (his next major project is “Thunderbolts,” set for summer release), but the Marvel Cinematic Universe boosted his acting credibility, allowing him to secure funding for projects like last year’s award-winning film “A Different Man” and the Oscar-nominated movie “The Apprentice,” in which he was recognized as a top actor.
Stan mentioned that he had recently finished a conversation with his business manager, who shared the news that $65,000 had been deposited into his account as residuals from ‘Hot Tub Time Machine.’ This was the financial situation he found himself in when he received the Marvel job offer.
Kevin Feige, co-president at Marvel Studios, expressed his admiration for Stan, who may not have been widely recognized and is mostly known from his brief appearance on “Gossip Girl.” However, Feige found him intriguing because there was an undeniable depth to him, something that resonated deeply with him. He recalled thinking, “He’s going to be a good Bucky, but he’s destined to become an exceptional Winter Soldier.” This insight was shared with Stephen Broussard, one of the producers on Captain America.
Stan has consistently advocated for Marvel, expressing his sentiments to GQ UK last year: “I’ve never been involved with a company that invests so much emotion and intellect into their work. If Marvel were to disappear, it would leave a massive void difficult to replace. It’s not enough to criticize without proposing a viable alternative.
2023 didn’t exactly go as planned for me, a die-hard Marvel fan, with their releases like “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” and “The Marvels.” These films, unfortunately, fell flat both critically and commercially, setting new records for underperformance. However, last year, Marvel managed to bounce back in a big way with the global smash hit, “Deadpool & Wolverine,” earning an impressive $1.3 billion worldwide and establishing itself as the highest-grossing R-rated film ever made. This summer, I’m keeping my fingers crossed for “Thunderbolts” and “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” to keep the box office momentum going for Marvel Studios.
Reflecting back on my chat with Stan for a recent feature in EbMaster, it’s clear that he firmly believes the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is not just shaking up movie culture, but also playing a pivotal role within the broader entertainment industry. Critics may still question the quality of some films, but for Stan, the impact is undeniable and essential.
Stan remarked, “It’s become quite simple to criticize Marvel films these days.” He continued, “I understand everyone has their own opinion, but they play a significant role in our industry and help facilitate the production of smaller movies too. They function like a major vein within the Hollywood system, supplying nourishment in ways that are often overlooked.
“Thunderbolts” opens in theaters May 2 from Disney and Marvel Studios.
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2025-04-22 02:46