5 MCU Movies Perfect For Jordan Peele, Ranked

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Jordan Peele may be joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. His production company recently shared a post suggesting a possible collaboration, and this isn’t the first time rumors have surfaced. While he previously said he preferred focusing on his own projects back in 2019, things seem to have changed. With Marvel planning a universe reset after Avengers: Secret Wars, there could be an opportunity for Peele to contribute as the MCU moves forward, and there are plenty of exciting possibilities for him to explore.

Jordan Peele has tackled both blockbuster Marvel films and smaller, fan-favorite projects. Here are some of the best ideas for his next Marvel movie.

5) Champions

While it’s a bit of a long shot, a team-up featuring the Champions – a group of young Marvel heroes – could be really funny with someone like Jordan Peele directing. They’d be a better fit for the Marvel Cinematic Universe than the Young Avengers. The team includes popular characters like Kamala Khan, Ironheart, Miles Morales, and Nova, among others.

Jordan Peele is known for making horror movies, but he also skillfully addresses important social themes in his work. This talent is evident in his approach to young heroes who strive to do what’s right. The team in this story – Miles, Kamala, and Nova – came together because they believed in prioritizing the safety of everyday people over heroic posturing. This focus aligns perfectly with Peele’s strengths and offers a great opportunity to showcase his versatility beyond the horror genre.

4) Ghost Rider

Marvel originally intended to feature Ghost Rider in its horror series on Hulu, after Helstrom. Although that show was canceled, fans still hope to see Ghost Rider join the main Marvel Cinematic Universe. While Nicolas Cage played Johnny Blaze in past films, and Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD introduced Robbie Reyes, the Robbie Reyes version is the one Marvel should use for the MCU.

Jordan Peele is a skilled horror director, particularly when dealing with subtle themes. What’s unique about the character Robbie is that he possesses the powers of Ghost Rider, but isn’t tied to the demonic entity Mephisto. This makes him a hero who fights for good without the usual threat of hellish forces. Few directors could truly capture Robbie’s story effectively, but Peele is one of them.

3) The Midnight Sons

Jordan Peele has a lot of potential contributions he could make to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but three ideas stand out as particularly strong. One exciting possibility is introducing the Midnight Sons. Marvel has been planning to include Blade in the MCU for some time, and they’ve already cast Academy Award winner Mahershala Ali in the role.

Reports suggest the planned Blade movie has been put on hold, with Marvel now aiming to introduce the character into the main Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) through a storyline called the Midnight Sons. This comic book team features supernatural heroes like Blade, Ghost Rider, and Elsa Bloodstone. With Blade already linked to the Black Knight (from the Eternals movie), and characters like Elsa, Werewolf by Night, and Man-Thing already established in the MCU, director Jordan Peele could have a wide range of monsters to work with for his first MCU project.

2) Blade

For six years, rumors have circulated about Mahershala Ali starring as Blade and Jordan Peele directing the movie within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Unfortunately, Peele never signed on as director, and the film has faced repeated delays. Now, it’s been put on hold indefinitely, raising doubts about whether it will ever be made. However, Jordan Peele’s involvement could potentially revive the project.

Marvel Studios consistently aims to pair directors with projects that align with their strengths—that’s why we saw Ryan Coogler helm Black Panther, Destin Daniel Cretton direct Shang-Chi, and Nia DaCosta take on The Marvels. Marvel prioritizes authentic representation in its films, and Jordan Peele is a perfect choice to direct Blade.

1) The X-Men

Jordan Peele would be great for a Blade movie, but he’d be an even better fit to direct the X-Men after Avengers: Secret Wars. Currently, Jake Schreier is set to direct the X-Men, following his work on Thunderbolts. Schreier previously showed his skill with the teen drama Paper Towns, and his sensitive portrayal of mental health in Thunderbolts makes him a strong candidate for the X-Men films.

If Marvel wants to truly honor the original vision of Stan Lee and Jack Kirby for the X-Men – as a powerful metaphor for fighting racism and prejudice, even for those who harbor hate – Jordan Peele could be an excellent director. His films, like Get Out and Us, demonstrate a deep understanding of complex social issues, making him ideally suited to reimagine the X-Men for a modern audience.

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2025-12-30 22:14