Rate These Superheroes And Get An MCU Wifey
- by Jessica Rae
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Not all superheroes are created equal, but they do all have something in common: their desire to do the right thing.
Some superheroes are born with special powers, like Superman, while others develop their powers as the result of some kind of accident. The Fantastic Four is a perfect example; they received their superpowers after cosmic rays flood the space ship they were traveling in. It was also a lab accident that caused Bruce Banner to become The Hulk.
There are some superheroes who don't actually have any kind of superpowers but they use special suits and technology instead. Examples of these kinds of superheroes include Ant-Man, Iron Man, and even Batman.
Superheroes have been popular since the early sixties but it was the first MCU film, Iron Man, in 2008, that exploded the genre.
Today we are looking at movie superheroes from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, DC, and a few others. What we need our readers to do is rate each of these heroes and at the end, we'll match them with the perfect MCU wifey. Who will get Black Widow and who will match with Captain Marvel? It's now time to find out! Just tell us which of these characters you thought was the best.
Superman:
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's Superman! Superman arrived on Earth as a baby from the doomed planet Krypton. He was found by a farmer and his wife, who adopted him and gave him the name Clark Kent. What do we think of him?
Captain Marvel:
In the film Captain Marvel, we meet Carol Danvers (played by Brie Larson), an ex-fighter pilot who became a superheroine after her DNA was altered during an accident. With her new superhuman powers, she becomes Captain Marvel.
Iron Man:
Robert Downey Jr. first took on the role of Tony Stark AKA Iron Man in the 2008 film Iron Man, which became the eighth-highest grossing film of the year. This superhero uses a specially designed suit of armor to fight foes like Whiplash. Rate Iron Man.
Deadpool:
He's by far one of the funniest antiheroes and fans just can't seem to get enough of him! In the Marvel Universe, Ryan Reynolds plays the role of Wade Wilson, a man who is set on finding the person who caused his mutation. Rate this character.
Aquaman:
In Aquaman, Arthur Curry, a half-Atlantean/half-human learns he is the heir to the underwater kingdom of Atlantis and that he must stop his half-brother, Orm, who is intent on uniting the seven underwater kingdoms against the surface world. The role of Arthur Curry AKA Aquaman is played by Jason Momoa.
Ant-Man:
While size is a big factor for most superheroes, that's not the case at all for Ant-Man. With a special suit, Scott Lang AKA Ant-Man is able to shrink down to a tiny size and command an army of ants. This character is portrayed by Paul Rudd in the MCU.
Black Panther:
In the 2018 film Black Panther, Chadwick Boseman plays the role of T'Challa AKA Black Panther, a man who is crowned King after his father passes away. But an adversary arises and threatens his sovereignty, forcing him to take action. Rate the superhero Black Panther.
Gamora:
If there is one superheroine who knows how to stand her ground it's definitely Gamora. As the adopted daughter of Thanos, her powers include superhuman strength, agility and the ability to heal quickly. This character is portrayed by Zoe Saldana in the MCU.
Hulk:
After being subjected to gamma rays during the testing of an experimental device Dr. Robert Bruce Banner is transformed into The Hulk. When he is under stress or becomes angry he changes form from a human man into a raging green beast. This character was most recently played by Mark Ruffalo.
Black Widow:
Natasha Romanoff AKA Black Widow was first introduced as a spy, and an antagonist of Iron Man but she defected and became one of the founders of the Avengers and a member of S.H.I.E.L.D. Black Widow has been portrayed by Scarlett Johansson. She is set to reprise the role in Black Widow (as per Wikipedia).
Rogue:
Rogue is a mutant with the ability to absorb superpowers from anyone that she touches. She has to limit the amount of contact she has with people so she doesn't harm them. She runs away from home as a teen, eventually ending up at Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters. Anna Paquin portrayed Marie D'Ancanto AKA Rogue.
The Flash:
When it comes to superpowers we have to admit that The Flash has some of the coolest powers of all. He is able to somehow defy the laws of physics and move at superhuman speed, while still thinking and acting at the same time. Rate The Flash.
Jean Grey:
Jean Grey is one of the most powerful mutants but from a young age, she has struggled to control her powers. The role of Jean Grey was played by Famke Janssen in X-Men, X2, X-Men: The Last Stand, and X-Men: Days of Future Past (cameo). Sophie Turner has since taken on the role.
Captain America:
Steve Rogers became Captain America after he was given an experimental serum during World War II. He was trapped in ice not long afterward and was revived in the present day. He is the leader of the Avengers and he wields an indestructible shield. In the MCU, this superhero is portrayed by Chris Evans.
Wonder Woman:
This superheroine uses the Lasso of Hestia or the Lasso of Truth to deal with anyone who gets in her way. Wonder Woman is played by Gal Gadot in the DCEU and has featured in the films Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and Justice League, and starred in the 2017 film Wonder Woman.
Catwoman:
Many actresses have taken on the role of Catwoman. She was portrayed by Michelle Pfeiffer, Halle Berry, and most recently, Anne Hathaway. Opinions differ on which of these women were better in this role. What kind of rating would you give Catwoman?
Batman:
Batman/Bruce Wayne is the owner of Wayne Enterprises. Everyone sees him as a wealthy guy and philanthropist but at night he takes on the persona of Batman, a vigilante who protects the city of Gotham. This character has been played by many actors including Michael Keaton, Val Kilmer, George Clooney, Christian Bale, and Ben Affleck.
Scarlet Witch:
If you have to fight against bad guys this character is definitely one that you'd want to have on your side. Wanda Maximoff AKA Scarlet Witch is a powerful sorceress with the power to alter reality in unspecified ways. She has been portrayed by Elizabeth Olsen in the MCU.
Spider-Man:
After being bitten by a radioactive spider, Peter Parker develops superpowers and takes on the superhero persona of Spider-Man. This character was played by Tobey Maguire and later by Andrew Garfield. Tom Holland is our most recent Spider-Man. What kind of rating would you give this superhero?
Thor:
Thor Odinson is an Asgardian. They have such advanced science that it would appear like magic to humans. Thor is one of the most powerful Asgardians and he fights with his hammer, Mjölnir, with which he can channel his ability to wield lightning. Chris Hemsworth plays the role of Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Doctor Strange:
After brilliant neurosurgeon, Stephen Strange, was in an accident that left him unable to perform surgery, he became desperate to regain the use of his hands. He is eventually referred to The Ancient One and is taught how to use magic and sorcery and later takes on the role of superhero Dr. Strange (played by Benedict Cumberbatch).
Star-Lord:
Peter Quill AKA Star-Lord is the half-human, half-alien leader of the Guardians of the Galaxy. In the MCU this character is played by Chris Pratt in the films Guardians of the Galaxy, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Avengers: Infinity War, and Avengers: Endgame. He is set to reprise the role in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
Storm:
Storm has the ability to control the weather and she can cause a thick storm to roll in, at will, making it difficult for her enemies to see. This character is played by Halle Berry in X-Men, X2, X-Men: The Last Stand, and X-Men: Days of Future Past (as per Wikipedia).
Wasp:
In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Hope van Dyne is the daughter of Hank Pym (the founder of Pym Technologies). Her father eventually gives her a superhero suit that belonged to her late mother and Hope becomes Wasp. Evangeline Lilly plays the role of Hope van Dyne/Wasp (as per Wikipedia).
Invisible Woman:
Sue Richards developed superpowers after the spaceship she and her team members were traveling in was swamped with cosmic rays. Her main power is the ability to become invisible and she can also project powerful fields of energy to defend herself. The role of Sue Richards/Invisible Woman is played by Jessica Alba and Kate Mara.
Green Lantern:
In the 2011 film Green Lantern, Hal Jordan, is selected to become the first human member of the Green Lantern Corps. He is given a ring that grants him superpowers and he must use them to confront the supervillain Parallax. The hero was played by Ryan Reynolds. Rate this superhero:
Wolverine:
Hugh Jackman was cast as Wolverine and it turned out to be a breakthrough role for him. He has since reprised the role in X2, X-Men: The Last Stand, X-Men Origins: Wolverine, X-Men: First Class, The Wolverine, X-Men: Days of Future Past, X-Men: Apocalypse, and Logan (as per Wikipedia). Rate this character.
Bucky Barnes:
After being rescued by Captain America, Bucky Barnes became The Winter Soldier; Captain America's sidekick. In the MCU films, he's portrayed as Steve Rogers' childhood best friend. Sebastian Stan portrays Bucky Barnes in the MCU. He's definitely a superhero in his own right, even though he's often seen as a sidekick.
Professor X:
This character was one of the world's most powerful mutant telepaths and a scientific genius. He was also the founder of both the X-Men and the Xavier School for Gifted Youngsters. The role of Professor X is played by Patrick Stewart as well as James McAvoy. Rate Professor X.
Nick Fury:
Nick Fury is the Director of S.H.I.E.L.D. and it's his job to oversee the Avengers. He is a skilled military strategist and despite being human, he can hold his own in a fight. This character is played by Samuel L. Jackson in the MCU films. Rate Nick Fury.
Hawkeye:
The role of this superhero is played by Jeremy Renner. He's played the part of Hawkeye in the MCU films Thor, The Avengers, Avengers: Age of Ultron, Captain America: Civil War, and Avengers: Endgame, and is set to reprise the role in Hawkeye (as per Wikipedia). What rating does this superhero get?
Human Torch:
Johnny Storm developed his superpowers when the spacecraft they were traveling in was flooded with cosmic rays. His special power is the ability to engulf his entire body in flames, without harming himself. The role of Human Torch was played by Chris Evans and later by Michael B. Jordan.
Vision:
Vision was originally an android created by Ultron using the Mind Stone. But the synthetic vibranium body was stolen by the Avengers and repurposed by Tony Stark and Bruce Banner. They uploaded Stark's personal A.I. J.A.R.V.I.S. into it and it became Vision. This character was played by Paul Bettany.
Groot:
Groot is a sentient, tree-like creature who is a member of the Guardians of the Galaxy. While he is extremely intelligent his speech is limited to the simple phrase "I am Groot." Vin Diesel has voiced Groot in the MCU. Give Groot a rating.
Mister Fantastic:
Reed Richards designed the spaceship that he and his team were aboard when it was flooded by cosmic rays, granting them all superpowers. Reed became Mister Fantastic, a superhero with the ability to stretch his body into any shape he wants. Mister Fantastic was played by Ioan Gruffudd and later by Miles Teller.
Hancock:
In the 2008 film Hancock, Will Smith plays the role of a vigilante superhero living in Los Angeles. While he often manages to save the day, he also causes issues that end up being quite costly to fix, which doesn't exactly make him popular within the community.
Kitty Pryde:
Kitty is a superhero mutant who has the ability to pass straight through solid objects thanks to her "phasing" power. In the X-Men film series, this character has been played by a number of different actresses including Sumela Kay, Katie Stuart, and Ellen Page. Rate Kitty Pryde.
Silver Surfer:
The Silver Surfer is a humanoid who is able to travel through space thanks to his metallic skin and surfboard-like craft. He is able to travel faster than light and originally came to Earth looking for planets for the cosmic entity known as Galactus, to consume. But when he meets the Fantastic Four, he abandons this mission and works with them.
Daredevil:
Daredevil's origin story began when he was blinded by a radioactive substance that fell from a truck after he pushed a man out of the path of the oncoming vehicle. After becoming blind the radioactive material heightened all his remaining senses, and gave him a superhuman "radar sense".
Batgirl:
Batgirl is not to be confused with Batwoman. Batgirl aligned herself with Batman and other characters like Dick Grayson. Fans might remember that Alicia Silverstone took on the role of Batgirl in the 1997 film Batman & Robin, appearing alongside George Clooney as Batman and Chris O'Donnell as Dick Grayson (as per Wikipedia).
