X-Men Reboot: Samara Weaving to play Emma Frost
The mutant has been a part of Marvel Comics for decades
It appears that the filmmakers behind the upcoming "X-Men" movie have found the actress to play Emma Frost. Samara Weaving is set to play the role of the mutant, according to Deadline. Marvel has not yet commented on the matter. However, according to Deadline, director Jake Schreier and Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige have reportedly made their decision.
Emma Frost has been a part of Marvel Comics for decades. Created by Chris Claremont and John Byrne, the character made her debut in the "X-Men" comics back in 1980. The mutant possesses telepathic powers and can transform her body into an organic diamond form. Originally, Emma Frost – also known as the White Queen – was an antagonist of the X-Men. Over time, however, she switched sides and joined the superhero team. The character has already appeared on the big screen: In 2011, Frost was played by "Mad Men" actress January Jones in "X-Men: First Class."
Rumors about other stars
Samara Weaving is known, among other things, for her roles in the two "Ready or Not" films. She played the lead role in the horror-comedies. On TV, she has appeared as part of the ensemble cast of "Nine Perfect Strangers," among other roles. Before Weaving, there were rumors about another actress who was supposedly set to take on the role of Emma Frost. A few months ago, it was reported that Sydney Sweeney was allegedly in talks for the new "X-Men" movie. However, no confirmation was ever given. And as it now appears, Weaving has landed the role of Emma Frost.
In any case, there are many speculations surrounding the roles in the new "X-Men" movie. Most recently, there were rumors about Adam Driver ("Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker") as possible actor of Magneto, Patrick Wilson ("Aquaman") as possible actor of Professor X and Charles Melton was in talks to play the character Beast. Melton was most recently seen in the anthology series "Beef." A role in the "X-Men" reboot would certainly be a career boost for the 35-year-old.
Interpersonal drama
One thing is certain: The "X-Men" reboot will be directed by Jake Schreier – a filmmaker who has already directed a film for the Marvel Cinematic Universe: "Thunderbolts." Lee Sung Jin and Joanna Calo, who also worked on "Thunderbolts" alongside Schreier, have been hired as screenwriters. Regarding the new writers, Jake Schreier explained to Collider a few months ago:
"When you go back and read X-Men, there's ideology but also interpersonal drama, almost of a soap opera quality. Having writers who understand both how to drive ideology from personal stakes, if we get that right, that's what will feel most honest to what X-Men can be."
In that regard, Lee Sung Jin and Joanna Calo could turn out to be a stroke of luck. In addition to "Thunderbolts," the two writers have made a name for themselves primarily through their work on TV series that focus on interpersonal drama: Joanna Calo as co-showrunner of the highly acclaimed series "The Bear," and Lee Sung Jin as creator and showrunner of the equally acclaimed series "Beef." We're already excited to see their vision for "X-Men" and will keep you updated.
