Kurt Russell is circling a major role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2.
His rumoured character could solve one of Guardians of the Galaxy's biggest mysteries – so look away now if you want to remain spoiler-free...
Russell has emerged as James Gunn's choice to play Star-Lord's (Chris Pratt) father in the highly-anticipated Guardians of the Galaxy sequel, reports Deadline.
There has been much speculation about who Star-Lord's father actually is – and there are no hints yet about Kurt Russell's character.
In the pages of Marvel Comics, Star-Lord's father is the galaxy-hopping alien Jason of Spartax – although there is no indication Marvel Studios will go down that route.
Russell's potential casting comes on the heels of reports that Oldboy star Pom Klementieff will play the ass-kicking Mantis in Vol 2.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 is released on May 5, 2017.
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