21 Perfect Superhero Movie Casting Choices That Nailed Their Characters

6. Samuel L. Jackson As Nick Fury - Marvel Cinematic Universe

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Believe it or not, the Nick Fury from Marvel's Ultimate universe was in fact based on Samuel L. Jackson, so what a remarkable turn of events it is to be in 2016 with the actor firmly in the driving seat of the role.It's an absolutely perfect fit though, with Jackson's character acting as the binding agent that brings the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe together.

Audiences everywhere collectively lost their minds when Fury walked into Tony Stark's Malibu home in 2008, and not just because of its universal ramifications either. No, Jackson pretty much is the director of S.H.I.E.L.D., and eight years on from his début as the character (yes, eight!) audiences are still enamoured with Nick Fury. He's that good.

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