Reprising his role as Marvel’sLuke Cageisn’t somethingMike Colteris holding his breath for, but should he get a call to do so, he’ll consider the opportunity. Colter was at the helm of Netflix’s two seasons ofLuke Cage, which aired across 26 episodes between 2016 and 2018.
The show never made it to a third season however, as Netflix canceledLuke Cagemonths after the second season released. As part of Disney ceasing their licensed assets from Netflix,Luke Cagewastaken off the platformlast year and is currently streaming on Disney+. Years removed from his days in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) playing the convict-turned-superhero, Colter toldComicBook.comin a recent interview that he was “happy” for the experience, but he was “more than happy” for another actor to portray Cage.
“I just try to stay in reasonable shape just because, but I don’t think about Luke Cage opportunities,” Colter said. “It’s one of those things where it’s in the rearview mirror at this point. If somehow I get a call, my dance card is kind of full. But if I get a call, something happens, great. I had a good time. I’m happy, more than happy, to let someone else take on that mantle or that role. That character’s living on for a long time. Fans are going to have that character in one way, shape, or form for the rest of their lives, and I’m happy to have been a part of that for those guys.”
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Colter appeared as Cage in other MCU television shows, specifically Netflix’sJessica JonesandThe Defenders. His comments come beforeCharlie Coxhits television screens once again as Matt Murdock in the upcoming Disney+ seriesDaredevil: Born Again. Cox played Daredevil in the Netflix series of the same name, which boasted three seasons between 2015 and 2018. With Cox being brought back as Daredevil by Disney, it shows the company is willing to reinstate Netflix stars into their former roles, something that Colter has potentially taken notice of.Daredevil: Born Againisexpected to releaseon Disney+ in Spring 2024.
Nevertheless, Colter has remained busy in Hollywood. Most recently, the actor stars alongsideGerard ButlerinPlane, an upcoming action movie set to premiere in theaters on January 13. Colter plays Louis Gaspare, a fugitive being extradited by the FBI before an ill-fated plane crash leaves him fighting for his life in the Philippines alongside Butler’s Brodie Torrance. Colter also remains a staple on Paramount+’s demonic seriesEvilwhere he plays David Acosta, a priest in training who investigates church mysteries.
