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Mark Wahlberg Doubts Marvel Role, Prefers Superhero Films

9/25/2025

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Mark Wahlberg says he is unlikely to portray a Marvel character due to costume confidence.
He enjoys superhero films, especially Iron Man.
He was in talks for Dick Grayson/Robin in Batman & Robin. He’s glad he didn’t land it.
His new film Play Dirty premieres October 1, 2025 on Prime Video, produced by Robert Downey Jr.'s Team Downey.

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Story summary

Mark Wahlberg says he is unlikely to portray a Marvel character due to costume confidence.
He enjoys superhero films, especially Iron Man.
He was in talks for Dick Grayson/Robin in Batman & Robin. He’s glad he didn’t land it.
His new film Play Dirty premieres October 1, 2025 on Prime Video, produced by Robert Downey Jr.'s Team Downey.