Sacha Baron Cohen unsure about Mephisto return in Ghost Rider
The actor, who played Mephisto in Ironheart, says he has no idea whether Marvel will bring him back for the 2028 film.
Sacha Baron Cohen said he does not know whether he will play Mephisto again in Marvel Studios' new Ghost Rider movie, according to comingsoon.net. Marvel has not confirmed that the actor is involved in the film at all.
Ryan Gosling is the only announced cast member of Ghost Rider, which is scheduled for release on July 28, 2028. Filming has not yet started. Shawn Levy directs the film from a script by Jonathan Tropper.
At Comic-Con, Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige declined to describe Gosling's character. The project was announced at San Diego Comic-Con 2026.
Baron Cohen first appeared as Mephisto in the Ironheart finale in June 2025. The role has changed hands before: Peter Fonda played Mephisto in 2007, and Ciarán Hinds took over in 2012.
Quick answers
When does Ghost Rider release in theaters?
Ghost Rider is scheduled to release on July 28, 2028.
Who is in the cast of Ghost Rider?
Ryan Gosling is the only announced cast member. Marvel has not confirmed Sacha Baron Cohen's involvement.
Who directed Ghost Rider?
Shawn Levy directs, with a script by Jonathan Tropper.