We know that Cody Rhodes visited Marvel Studios recently, but could that meeting have led to him landing a role in the upcoming MCU X-Men movie?
Speaking to the Flagrant podcast hosted by Street Fighter co-star Andrew Schulz, the “American Nightmare” was asked if he'd dye his hair “dark” after turning heel.
One of the co-hosts suggested he have all dark hair with one blonde streak. Schulz then compared it to the Marvel character Rogue, which Rhodes initially brushed off.
“WHAT FRANCHISE IS “ROUGE” IN?” 👀
CODY RHODES DEFINITELY GOT A PART IN THE UPCOMING X-MEN MOVIE MAN 😭
THAT REACTION
CODY IN THE MCU LOADING. pic.twitter.com/UZwGMwN7i5
— FADE (@FadeAwayMedia) October 7, 2026
However, Schulz wouldn't let it end there. Rhodes tried to change the subject, saying the hairstyle would look “like you just got by lightning,” to which the comedian replied, “What franchise is Rogue in?”
Rhodes just looked at him while smiling before changing the subject again. All of the others started laughing. He kept his cards close to the vest, though. He didn’t reveal anything.
Is Cody Rhodes part of MCU X-Men?
It's unknown whether Rhodes has landed a role in the MCU. Time will tell if he is announced as part of an upcoming ensemble. What we do know is that he recently visited Marvel Studios.
Article Continues BelowShortly after, he used the X-Men '97 theme song in the background of an Instagram Stories post. He clearly knows about the rumors and is leaning into them.
Maybe it depends on his performance in the Street Fighter movie. He plays Guile in the video game adaptation, starring in it alongside his former WWE rival Roman Reigns.
Street Fighter is the “American Nightmare's” second major movie role. Last year, he appeared in the Naked Gun reboot starring Liam Neeson. Earlier in his career, he had a recurring role in the Stephen Amell-led Arrow show.
The three-time Undisputed WWE Champion continues to expand his acting portfolio. This could lead him to star in an MCU project down the line.