Below and on the next few pages I’ve picked out a selection of diverse Marvel characters who should be considered for big screen treatment — be it in their own solo movies, or as part of larger ensembles.
The good news for Marvel is that their universe is full of characters worthy of exploration.
There have been multiple studies showing that diversity helps box office performance, but in recent weeks Ryan Coogler’s Black Panther has been bringing that lesson to bold, vibrant life.
While Hollywood has primarily focused on white superheroes to date, we are in the midst of a phenomenon demonstrating that characters of all backgrounds deserve their time in the spotlight.