Ben Wang has been cast as Iceman in Marvel Studios' upcoming X-Men film, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Wang, known for roles in The Long Walk and Karate Kid: Legends, will take over the character previously played by Shawn Ashmore in Fox's X-Men films.
Wang beat out other contenders for the part, including Gabriel LaBelle (Spielberg's The Fabelmans), Jackson Kelly (The Pitt), and Rhenzy Feliz (The Penguin, Encanto). Some outlets report Wang is still in talks for the role, leaving the possibility open for change.
The X-Men film, directed by Jake Schreier of Thunderbolts, arrives May 5, 2028. Marvel has already cast the team's core members, including Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Kit Connor as Cyclops, Samara Weaving as Emma Frost, Maya Boyd as Storm, and Christopher Abbott as Professor X.