We're the Millers and The Revenant actor Will Poulter was recently cast as Adam Warlock in Marvel Studios' Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. As such, fans who might not have done so before are now taking interest in the actor -- specifically, they're pointing out his dashing good looks.
On Twitter, there are many comparisons to Matthew Lewis -- the actor who had a major "glow-up" after playing Neville Longbottom in the Harry Potter films -- floating around. Some even think Poulter resembles a fourth Hemsworth brother.
The character who would become Adam Warlock -- first known as Him -- was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, making his debut in 1967's Fantastic Four #66-67. Adam Warlock proper was created by Roy Thomas and Gil Kane, and he debuted 1972's Marvel Premiere #1. In both forms, however, he's proved to be a crucial part of the cosmic side of the Marvel Universe, playing a significant role in the various Infinity storylines.
As for his role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Warlock's debut was teased in one of the post-credits scenes of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 when the Sovereign's Ayesha was revealed to be in possession of his cocoon. Notably, a version of this cocoon was included as an Easter egg in both Thor: The Dark World and the first Guardians of the Galaxy.
"As you guys know I often strike down false rumors, so… um… Welcome to the Guardians family, Will Poulter," Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 writer/director James Gunn tweeted when Poulter was cast. "He's an amazing actor and wonderful guy. See you in a couple weeks." Prior to this, many fans believed Zac Efron was in the running to play Warlock. Even further back, they believed Warlock would make a surprise appearance in either Avengers: Infinity War or Endgame, given his ties to Thanos in the comics.
Despite Marvel Studios announcing delays to a number of its Phase 4 films, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 remains on track to arrive in theaters May 5, 2023.
Source: Twitter