Sacha Baron Cohen Reportedly Eyed to Return as Mephisto in Ghost Rider Film
Daniel RPK reports the actor could reprise his Ironheart role in a Marvel project that Ryan Gosling is reportedly attached to lead.
Sacha Baron Cohen is reportedly being eyed to reprise his role as Mephisto in a Ghost Rider film, according to industry insider Daniel RPK, as reported by joblo.com. The character would return in a project that Marvel has reportedly been developing around the Spirit of Vengeance.
Ryan Gosling is reportedly attached to star as Johnny Blaze, the Ghost Rider himself. Marvel has also reportedly been meeting with director Shawn Levy about the feature, while Connor Storrie is reportedly in talks for a villainous role.
None of the casting or directing details have been confirmed by Marvel Studios, and the reports remain unverified.
Where Mephisto Has Appeared Before
Baron Cohen made his MCU debut as Mephisto in the Ironheart series, appearing alongside Anthony Ramos as Parker Robbins and Dominique Thorne as Riri Williams. A return would mark the character's first move from the series into a feature film.
Levy previously directed Deadpool & Wolverine. Separately, Marvel Studios' X-Men film is slated for May 2028.
Quick answers
Is Sacha Baron Cohen confirmed for Ghost Rider?
No. The report comes from industry insider Daniel RPK and has not been confirmed by Marvel Studios.
Who is reportedly starring in the Ghost Rider film?
Ryan Gosling is reportedly attached to star as Johnny Blaze, with Connor Storrie reportedly in talks for a villain role.
Where did Sacha Baron Cohen first play Mephisto?
He made his MCU debut as Mephisto in the Ironheart series.