Michael Pena pursued for Ant-Man role

Following the swift naming of Michael Douglas in the role of Hank Pym, it seems that Marvel really intends to start the production process in May, pursuing actors for the Phase III movie. Thus, Michael Pena is wanted for his tough Latino physique, several sources saying that he will play one of the two villains of the movie.

As the rumors say, the movie will be set during two different timelines, one being in the 1960′s, when a younger Hank Pym will clash with the supposed character of Michael Pena, and one will be set in the present days, when Scott Lang will steal Pym’s Ant-Man costume.

Also, while Pena’s role might seem just one that establishes Ant-Man as a hero, gradually his involvement will become larger than previously believed.

On the other hand, the same sources say that Rashida Jones and Bryce Dallas Howard are not in the cards for the lead female role. This would be probably the role of Janet Van Dyne, Pym’s daughter, who eventually becomes the Wasp.