10 Actors Who Could Play Ghost Rider In The MCU

10. Lakeith Stanfield

Lakeith Stanfield is a young actor who has had a perfect time in the film industry as of late, but still hasn't reached his full potential. Perhaps a leading role in a Marvel movie could be all he needs to take him to the top.

Stanfield has proven that he is a versatile actor, with his best performances coming in the likes of Selma, Get Out and Knives Out. In each project he delivers a completely unique presence, playing toward drama, horror and comedy respectively.

He particularly specialises in playing characters that contrast restraint and explosion. A specific example is his time in Netflix's DeathNote adaptation, where his portrayal of L would frequently flicker between chaotic and calm. This ability to shift dramatically would feel entirely appropriate for the Spirit of Vengeance and his human counterpart.

He may not be particularly known for action work, but there's no reason to say that couldn't change.

Overall Stanfield is an actor who seems destined for great things, and this could be the role to launch his Hollywood career.