The director shared the news on Twitter
Black Mirror's Will Poulter has been cast in Guardians Of The Galaxy 3 as a major Marvel character.
Director James Gunn confirmed the news on Twitter.
"As you guys know I often strike down false rumors, so… um…Welcome to the Guardians family, Will Poulter.
"He's an amazing actor and wonderful guy. See you in a couple weeks."
As you guys know I often strike down false rumors, so… um…
Welcome to the Guardians family, Will Poulter. He’s an amazing actor and wonderful guy. See you in a couple weeks. #AdamWarlock #GotGVol3 https://t.co/RaNeGDIC0E
— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) October 11, 2021
Poulter will play Adam Warlock, whose introduction was teased in a post credit scene in Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2.
Warlock was a creation of Marvel duo Stan Lee and Jack Kirby as a cosmic being to oppose the Fantastic Four and Thor.
Poulter also previously starred in The Maze Runner franchise as well as Midsommar.
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