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James Spader on Why He Returned as Ultron in VisionQuest

Spader says Marvel never approached him about Ultron until VisionQuest creator Terry Matalas called, as the first two episodes debut on Disney+.

James Spader voices Ultron again in VisionQuest, returning to the role for the first time in over a decade. The first two episodes of the series debut on Disney+ tonight, according to joblo.com.

Spader said Marvel never approached him about coming back as Ultron until Terry Matalas, the creator of VisionQuest, called him about the project. Spader last voiced the character in Avengers: Age of Ultron.

Describing the Ultron of VisionQuest, Spader said the character has been forced to stop, pay attention and dwell.

The series brings Paul Bettany back as Vision. Just days after completing work on Avengers: Age of Ultron, Spader was shooting The Blacklist seven days a week.

Quick answers

When do the first episodes of VisionQuest premiere?

The first two episodes of VisionQuest debut on Disney+ tonight.

Who voices Ultron in VisionQuest?

James Spader voices Ultron, returning to the role for the first time in over a decade.

Why did James Spader return as Ultron?

Spader said Marvel never approached him about returning until VisionQuest creator Terry Matalas called him about the series.

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