# Adam Driver Joins X-Men as Mister Sinister

> Adam Driver says X-Men was the 'right time' for him to join Marvel's MCU.
- Title: Adam Driver Joins X-Men as Mister Sinister · AV Club
- Summary: Adam Driver says X-Men was the 'right time' for him to join Marvel's MCU. Adam Driver accepted the role of Mister Sinister in X-Men after years of Marvel…
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## Adam Driver's Marvel Journey
Adam Driver has been trying to join Marvel's MCU for years after repeated refusals to other projects.
## X-Men Role Announcement
Driver will play Mister Sinister in X-Men, a role announced in August 2026.
## Kimmel Live! Interview
Driver discussed Marvel Studios' attempts to cast him on Jimmy Kimmel Live! in November 2026.
## Childhood X-Men Fandom
Driver grew up as an X-Men fan, imagining himself as Wolverine with his cousin as Sabretooth.
## Script and Feige Appeal
Driver cited a compelling script and the chance to appease Kevin Feige as reasons for accepting the role.
## Key takeaway

Adam Driver accepted the role of Mister Sinister in X-Men after years of Marvel Studios' attempts to cast him, citing childhood X-Men fandom and a compelling script.