Sam Rockwell Opened up on His Potential Mcu Return

Sam Rockwell, Who Played Justin Hammer in Iron Man 2, Answered Whether He Will Return to the Mcu in the Upcoming Armor Wars Movie. Rockwell's Character Faced Challenges in Discrediting and Killing Tony Stark and Was Arrested. However, It's Only a Matter of Time Until Hammer Is Free and Ready to Take over Iron Man's Leftover Technology and Resources.

How Justin Hammer Could Fit into Mcu's Armor Wars Movie

In the Original Marvel Comics Storyline of Armor Wars, Justin Hammer Hired the Spymaster to Steal Armor from Tony Stark, Causing Chaos in His Personal, Professional, and Superhero Life. with Iron Man Dead in the Mcu, the Main Conflict in Armor Wars Is James Rhodes' Struggle to Prevent Villains from Stealing or Copying Stark's Iron Man Armor, with Justin Hammer's Role Potentially Remaining Unchanged.

Will Iron Man 2 Villain Justin Hammer Ever Return to the Mcu? Sam Rockwell Weighs In

By Maya Lin-Takahashi

• Oct 8, 2026 • 4 min read

Will Iron Man 2 Villain Justin Hammer Ever Return to the Mcu? Sam Rockwell Weighs In

Direct Answer • Key Takeaway

Sam Rockwell Is More Than Willing to Reprise His Role as Justin Hammer in Marvel’s Armor Wars. During an Interview on the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Rockwell Addressed the Widespread Fan Speculation About His Potential Mcu Return, Revealing That He Hadn't Received a Call from Marvel or Kevin Feige About Appearing in Armor Wars. Rockwell Played the Antagonist Justin Hammer in 2010’S Iron Man 2, Which Was Directed by Jon Favreau.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

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Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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