Jeremy Renner, known for his role as Hawkeye in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has recently shared a promising update about his potential return to the franchise. This comes just months after expressing dissatisfaction with Disney regarding his contract negotiations for a second season of his Hawkeye spin-off on Disney+. In May, Renner revealed he had turned down an offer for Season 2 due to being offered “half the money” he received for the initial season, which he called an “insult.”
However, Renner has since adopted a more optimistic outlook while speaking to Empire. He expressed confidence that a second season would eventually materialize, stating, “I’m sure we’ll end up doing season two, and do other things.” His affection for the character and the franchise remains intact, as he mentioned, “I’m always happy to be in that world, man. I love all those guys, I love the character.”
Renner’s first season of Hawkeye was well received, showcasing his character teaming up with young hero Kate Bishop, portrayed by Hailee Steinfeld, to confront adversaries from his past. The series was noted for its engaging duo dynamic, strong holiday themes, and notable cameos from other Marvel characters.
Despite recent setbacks due to a serious snowplow accident earlier this year, Renner remains dedicated to his work within the Marvel universe. His remarks about needing to work harder following the accident further illustrate his commitment to recovery and continuing his acting career.
With filming now underway for the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, fans are hopeful that Renner will reprise his role. Although his participation has not been confirmed, the expectation from the audience is high, given that he is one of the few original Avengers still active.
The excitement surrounding Marvel’s future projects isn’t limited to Hawkeye alone. The franchise is currently also focusing on other superhero teams, including the Thunderbolts/New Avengers and future installments featuring characters from the Fox X-Men universe, which may include younger heroes like Steinfeld’s Kate Bishop and Ant-Man’s daughter, Cassie Lang.
This renewed enthusiasm from Renner and the ongoing developments in the Marvel Cinematic Universe provide fans with a hopeful perspective as they look forward to new content and adventures involving their beloved characters.