Ghost Rider's MCU Future: No Appearance in Avengers: Doomsday or Secret Wars
Fans of Ghost Rider may be disappointed to hear that the character might not be making an appearance in the upcoming MCU movies. Speculation has been rife about Ghost Rider joining the MCU, with actors like Ryan Gosling and Nicolas Cage being suggested for the role. However, according to scooper Daniel Richtman, Ghost Rider won't be in Avengers: Doomsday, despite Marvel's previous search for an actor for the role. It's unclear if Marvel is still looking for an actor or if they have already chosen someone. There is no mention of Ghost Rider appearing in Avengers: Secret Wars, leaving the character's future in the MCU uncertain. Ghost Rider, created by Roy Thomas, Gary Friedrich, and Mike Ploog, first appeared in Marvel Spotlight #5 in 1972. Gabriel Luna also portrayed the character in Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. The release dates for Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars are December 18, 2026, and December 17, 2027, respectively.