# Ben Wang in talks to play Iceman in upcoming X-Men film

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/ben-wang-circling-iceman-role-in-marvels-x-men/
- Published: 2026-11-02T23:10:00+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-02T23:18:11+00:00
- Original publisher: Deadline
- Original article: https://deadline.com/2026/11/ben-wang-circling-iceman-role-x-men-1237211516/
- Topics: Entertainment, Film

## Key points

- Three other actors reportedly tested for Iceman.
- Ben Wang remains in talks for the role.
- Marvel’s X-Men film is due on 5 May 2028.

## Summary

Newly added coverage reports that Gabriel LaBelle, Jackson Kelly and Rhenzy Feliz were among the actors who tested for Iceman, while Ben Wang remains in talks for the role. Marvel has not confirmed the casting; if a deal is reached, Wang would join the studio’s upcoming X-Men film.

Iceman, also known as Bobby Drake, is a founding X-Men member with the power to generate and control ice and cold. Shawn Ashmore played him in the 2000s films; the upcoming film’s announced cast includes Kit Connor as Cyclops and Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, and it is scheduled for release on 5 May 2028.

## Coverage

- [Deadline: Ben Wang in talks to play Iceman in upcoming X-Men film](https://deadline.com/2026/11/ben-wang-circling-iceman-role-x-men-1237211516/)
- [Variety: ‘X-Men’: ‘Hunger Games’ Actor Ben Wang Circling Iceman Role in Marvel’s Reboot](https://variety.com/2026/film/news/x-men-hunger-games-ben-wang-iceman-marvel-reboot-1236937787/)
- [GamesRadar+: Karate Kid: Legends star in talks to play Iceman in MCU X-Men movie](https://www.gamesradar.com/entertainment/marvel-movies/karate-kid-legends-and-the-hunger-games-sunrise-on-the-reaping-star-in-talks-to-play-iceman-in-mcu-x-men-movie/)
- [IGN: Ben Wang Reportedly in Talks to Play Iceman in MCU X-Men Reboot](https://www.ign.com/articles/ben-wang-reportedly-in-talks-to-play-iceman-in-mcu-x-men-reboot)

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