After removing the two final films about Wolverine within the framework of the "People of X", the director James Mangold did not stay away from numerous rumors, according to which Hugh Jackman could return to his sign. Recall, the actor repeatedly stressed that he committed himself with Wolverine, which was confirmed by the death of his character in Logan. The film was released in 2017, the discovery from the public a great success. Now, when Disney has acquired the rights to the people of X, the audience is waiting for Wolverine and other mutants will be introduced into the film Marvel. In an interview with ComicBook, Mangold said:
I would be very surprised if Hugh again played Wolverine. On the network always sell rumors, it is not hiding. When cliquancy headlines appear in the news feeds, like "Downey returns" or "Jackman returns", then for people this is an extra reason for conversations. But I wonder what would happen if one of these rumors was justified? What then? I want to say that I do not mind if someone has a good idea. Another thing, if someone just ended the money and the need arises to remove an empty film, which will bring advantage of its predecessor. This option is depressing.
Despite the rather sharp statements, Mangold is still not against Wolverine, it will become a hero of some new film or franchise, but only if there is a high-quality and mature script behind it. As for Jackman, it is poorly believed that he would give himself to convince himself, agreeing again to appear in the image of Wolverine. Apparently, Marvel Studios is better focused on the search for another actor.