Harrison Ford on playing red hulk in Captain America: Brave New World and his potential evolution; says, “We have the capacity to shift shape”
Feb 07, 2025Harrison Ford, a Hollywood icon with an illustrious career spanning decade, has played many formidable roles—including that of the President of the United States in Air Force One (1997). Now, Ford steps into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) as General Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross in Captain America: Brave New World, a role previously portrayed by the late William Hurt. But unlike his past presidential portrayal, this time Ford’s character undergoes a transformation of a much more monstrous kind—becoming the Red Hulk.
At a recent press conference for the film, Ford shared his thoughts on stepping into the MCU and experiencing the physicality and grandeur of superhero storytelling. When asked about playing a character who “hulks out” on screen, he expressed enthusiasm for the opportunity:
“Well, I hope he can come back. I hope the story in which he can develop into something other than the Red Hulk. I think we have the capacity to shift shape between Hulkness and humanity, but that's really not my department. I was very happy with the opportunity to play in this playground. What an amazing group of people to work with, and what an imaginative reality. So I was looking forward to having a piece of the action.”
Ford also acknowledged the foundation laid by his predecessor, William Hurt, who portrayed Thunderbolt Ross in multiple MCU films, including The Incredible Hulk (2008) and Black Widow (2021). Stepping into such an established character was both an honour and a challenge for Ford, who brought his own take to the role while respecting its legacy:
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