Sam Rockwell has sparked excitement about the possibility of reprising his role as Justin Hammer in Marvel Studios’ Armor Wars, expressing interest in returning if Walton Goggins joins as well. This potential comeback raises hopes amid ongoing uncertainty surrounding the project’s status on Disney Plus.
The Status of Armor Wars and Its Development Challenges
Armor Wars has had a complicated production history since its announcement alongside flagship Marvel series like WandaVision and Loki. The project has experienced frequent delays and shifts between being a show and a movie, leaving it in an indefinite state of limbo. Despite these setbacks, speculation about Sam Rockwell’s return as Justin Hammer has remained a constant topic among fans and insiders alike.
Sam Rockwell’s Thoughts on Returning as Justin Hammer
Sam Rockwell recently discussed the rumors about his involvement in Armor Wars during an interview with Screenrant. He seemed surprised that the project is still under consideration and expressed enthusiasm about teaming up with Walton Goggins, who plays Sonny Birch in Ant-Man and The Wasp. Rockwell imagines the two characters joining forces as villains, creating a compelling antagonistic duo.
Oh Armor Wars. Oh, you mean the Marvel thing? Is that being made? [Walton Goggins] and I could team up like bad guys, that kind of thing.
—Sam Rockwell, Actor
Possibility of New Roles and Character Development
Rockwell is open not only to reprising Justin Hammer but also to exploring new roles within the Marvel universe, including the chance to portray a different, more powerful supervillain. He finds the idea of returning to the MCU appealing and believes it would be enjoyable to take on such a part.
It’s definitely a fun character. It’d be fun to play either that or a supervillain. It’d be great.
—Sam Rockwell, Actor
What’s Next for Armor Wars and the MCU
Unfortunately, Armor Wars currently lacks an official release date and remains in development uncertainty. While fans may not see Sam Rockwell’s Justin Hammer again soon, the potential return of both Rockwell and Goggins could add new depth to Marvel’s lineup of villains and echo successful previous collaborations in films like Ant-Man and The Wasp. Until Marvel confirms the future of Armor Wars, audiences will continue to watch closely for updates.
