Marvel’s Secret Invasion is a highly anticipated television series, adapting the renowned Marvel comic of the same name. The show revolves around the Skrulls, a race of extraterrestrial beings capable of shape-shifting, as they devise a scheme to infiltrate and conquer Earth.
Secret Invasion, a massive crossover event within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), is expected to have a similar impact in the upcoming television series. While the show will draw inspiration from the source material, it is anticipated to present its own unique narrative.
The cast of Secret Invasion
Marvel’s Secret Invasion boasts an ensemble cast of exceptionally skilled actors, combining familiar faces from previous MCU projects with fresh additions to the franchise. The lineup showcases a blend of talent that adds to the anticipation surrounding the series.
Samuel.L.Jackson
The iconic American actor is well known for his commanding presence on screen and his distinctive voice. Born on December 21, 1948, Jackson is one of the most recognizable faces in Hollywood and it’s been more than 4 decades since his debut.
Samuel.L.Jackson involvement in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is particularly noteworthy, especially his role of Nick Fury, the director of S.H.I.E.L.D (Strategic Homeland Intervention, Enforcement, and Logistics Division). He made his first appearance as Fury in the post-credit scene of ‘Iron Man’ (2008).
Other Marvel movies include, ‘The Avengers’ (2012), ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’ (2014), and ‘Avengers: Endgame’ (2019). Beyond MCU, Jackson is well known for his performances in movies such as ‘Pulp Fiction’ (1994), ‘Django Unchained’ (2012), and ‘Jurrasic Park’ (1993). These are just a few of the many movies that Jackson has done in his long-decorated career.
Emilia Clarke
Emilia Clarke or better known as Mother of Dragons, Daenerys Targaryen, is a British actress who gained worldwide fame for her role in the television series ‘Game of Thrones’. This is her first time being part of the MCU.
Born on October 23, 1986, in London, the actor’s portrayal of Daenerys in the hit television show not only showcased her ability to play complex characters but also solidified her status as one of the most talented actresses of her generation.
She also appeared in movies such as ‘Me Before You; (2016), ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ (2018), and ‘Last Christmas’ (2019). She was nominated for an Emmy for her role in Game of Thrones.
Olivia Colman
Olivia Colman was born on January 30th, 1974 in Norwich, England. She has worked on a variety of mediums like films, television, and theater. Her breakthrough role came from the British Comedy series, ‘Peep Show’.
However, it was her portrayal of Queen Anne in the film ‘The Favourite’ (2018) that propelled her worldwide recognition. She won numerous awards including Academy Award for Best Actress. She also has appeared in numerous theater productions, like ‘The Threepenny Opera’ and ‘Hay Fever’.
The series also stars
- Kingsley Ben-Adir
- Cobbie Smulders
- Martin Freeman
- Don Cheadle
- Killian Scott
