Frank Grillo, known for his portrayal of Crossbones in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, recently opened up about his experience in the Hollywood industry. He revealed that he nearly lost his job multiple times due to his tendency to accidentally leak spoilers.
In an interview with ComicBook, Grillo discussed his upcoming roles in the DC Universe. He also shared his positive experiences working with both Marvel and DC Studios. Here’s everything he said.
Frank Grillo Opens Up About His Close Calls With Marvel
Frank Grillo’s love of sharing information often got him into trouble with Marvel. He admitted to accidentally revealing plot details on multiple occasions, leading to stern warnings from the studio. “You know, unfortunately, there’s nothing I can really say that wouldn’t get me in trouble. So I kind of have to step back and go, ‘I take the fifth,‘” Grillo stated.
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“I am so bad at this. Like, Marvel almost fired me 36 f—ing times because I don’t know. I never want to lie. And so, I do that a little too much. But I’ve been warned,” he added. Despite his best efforts to keep secrets, Grillo’s enthusiasm for discussing his work often got the better of him.
The actor has seemingly learned his lesson. He is now more cautious about what he says in interviews and on social media. His upcoming roles in ‘Creature Commandos’ and ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 promise to be exciting additions to the DC Universe. Moreover, the actor did not let any insider information get out about these roles.
Fans can look forward to seeing him in these new projects. Hopefully, he will be able to keep his lips sealed this time. Additionally, while he may still be tempted to share details about his upcoming projects, he is aware of the “risks.”
Frank Grillo, Despite His Experience, Is Open To Return To MCU
Frank Grillo also expressed his openness to returning to the MCU in the future. While he is currently focused on his new role in the DC Universe, Grillo has nothing but positive things to say about both Marvel and DC. During the same interview, Grillo discussed his experiences in both franchises.
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He expressed his gratitude for the opportunities and stated that he would love to return to the MCU if asked, and is excited about his current projects with DC. “I’ve learned as a man who’s now matured, that if they ask me to do that, I would love to go back and do it,” he explained.
“I love James Gunn and Peter Safran and they’ve given me an amazing opportunity. But at this point, I’m happy about everything I’ve done and I’m certainly willing to,” he added. Moreover, as the DC Universe continues to evolve, fans can expect to see more of Frank Grillo in his new role.
