Harrison Ford joins the MCU, taking over a long-time Marvel role

Deadline has learned that Harrison Ford will officially join the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He will take on the role of General Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross, which was originated in the MCU by the late William Hurt in The Incredible Hulk (2008). Ford’s first appearance as Ross will come in 2024’s Captain America: New World Order. The character regularly appears across the MCU, so it is likely Ford will continue to reprise the role — especially in the upcoming Thunderbolts movie, which is based on a team of anti-heroes led by General “Thunderbolt” himself.

Captain America: New World Order will feature Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson as Captain America. Also confirmed to join the cast are Tim Blake Nelson, who will be reprising his role of the Leader; Danny Ramirez, who plays Joaquín Torres, a character who appeared in The Falcon and Winter SoldierHe is currently playing the role of Falcon. Shira Hass, an Israeli superhero Sabra, will also be in this role.

Captain America: New World OrderThe movie will be released in theaters May 3, 2024.