Mind-Blowing Smallville Surprise: Tom Welling's Superman & Friends Join the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Mighty Avengers!

Summary

Smallville played a significant role in shaping the superhero genre, paving the way for the success of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and DCEU.

Fan art depicts Smallville actors, including Tom Welling, portraying iconic MCU heroes, generating speculation about Welling's potential involvement in either the DC Universe or the MCU moving forward.

Amidst the uncertainty surrounding Welling's participation in either franchise, fans can relish in his enduring Smallville legacy by streaming or obtaining physical copies, while eagerly anticipating any forthcoming endeavors.

New fan art envisions Tom Welling and other Smallville actors joining the Avengers in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Back in 2008, when the MCU was launched, superheroes weren't dominating the big and small screens like they do today. Smallville, which was nearing its conclusion on The CW, had its own devoted following thanks to its unique interpretation of DC's beloved characters.

Shows like Smallville played a significant role in shaping the superhero genre, especially before the DC cinematic universe and the MCU demonstrated the success of comic book narratives on a grand scale in films.

Buffy2Ville recently unveiled a mesmerizing art gallery showcasing the Smallville actors reimagined as iconic MCU heroes. In this captivating artwork, we witness Tom Welling embodying the essence of Captain America, Michael Rosenbaum exuding the brilliance of Iron Man, Erica Durance stepping into the shoes of the fierce Black Widow, Kristin Kreuk embracing the mysticism of Scarlet Witch, and Justin Hartley embodying the vigilante spirit of Hawkeye.

Could Tom Welling Ever Join The DC Universe Or The MCU?

Despite his decade-long portrayal of the Man of Steel, it is common for superhero actors to revisit the genre in some capacity. With the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and a new DC Universe in the works, the question arises as to whether the Smallville star will make a return to either of these comic book franchises. It is worth noting that Welling did reprise his role as Clark, alongside Durance's Lois, in Arrowverse's Crisis on Infinite Earths crossover event in 2019, almost ten years after their original show came to an end.

Welling could potentially have a supporting role in James Gunn's DC Universe instead of playing another superhero, particularly in the Superman: Legacy movie. This would allow him to truly embody the movie's title as a legacy actor, while David Corenswet takes on the role of the Man of Tomorrow. Alternatively, joining the MCU could add excitement for Welling as he explores a different superhero franchise.

It remains to be seen whether Welling will join either the DC Universe or the MCU, especially with the ongoing strikes affecting Hollywood. However, once the strikes are over, there may be progress on Welling's Smallville animated sequel show, where he would reprise his role as Superman. In the meantime, fans can enjoy Welling's entire Smallville legacy through streaming or on Blu-Ray/DVD.

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