2012-12-08

Come Christmas Day, Hugh Jackman will join the revolution as convict Jean Valjean in the latest theatrical adaptation of Victor Hugo's classic novel "Les Miserables," but when the actor's finished singing for his supper in 19th-century France, can he be counted on to take up the mutant cause, as well? That's the question swirling around the superhero fandom after reports surfaced last week that Jackman was in talks to reprise his Wolverine role in "X-Men: Days of Future Past." Original "X-Men" stars Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellan have already signed on for the time-traveling sequel, and with the source comic heavily featuring Jackman's clawed character, the actor's involvement is of particular interest. Jackman confirmed to MTV News while at a press event for "Les Miserables" that he has indeed discussed the project with director Bryan Singer. Continue reading →

Show more