Tom Holland explains why actors avoid playing legendary characters like Iron Man and Wolverine.
Tom Holland believes certain movie roles are completely untouchable. He shared this view with Matt Damon while they promoted their new film, The Odyssey.
Holland noted that heroes like Batman and Superman get recast often. However, he thinks a few select roles have been perfected beyond replication.
No actor wants to step into the shoes of Iron Man, Wolverine, or Jason Bourne. Holland pointed out that Robert Downey Jr., Hugh Jackman, and Matt Damon totally own those parts.
These stellar performances set an impossible standard for future generations. Meanwhile, Holland embraces his role as just one of many actors to play Spider-Man.
As the third cinematic Peter Parker, he knows franchises adapt over time. Even so, his latest film, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, shattered box office records previously held by Avengers: Endgame.
Holland’s insights prove that some iconic characters belong to a single actor forever. Certain cinematic legends are simply meant to remain untouched.