Euphoria star Hunter Schafer has addressed the growing fan speculation about her potentially playing Mystique in upcoming X-Men films within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
Schafer, who attended the 2025 Film Independent Spirit Awards after earning a nomination for Best Lead Performance for her role in the horror film Cuckoo, shared her thoughts on the fan-casting rumors. When asked about the possibility of portraying the shape-shifting supervillain (and sometimes hero), Schafer confirmed she had seen the buzz.
“I did see [it]. My dad texted me about that,” Schafer told Entertainment Tonight while walking the red carpet. “Yeah, that would be cool! These fancasts come around every once in a while and it’s very sweet, and always for characters that I really like.”
The fan excitement surrounding Schafer’s potential casting as Mystique began circulating online, with many fans expressing their interest in seeing her take on the iconic character. Mystique, known for her ability to transform into anyone she chooses, has long been a fan-favorite in the X-Men comics and films, with previous portrayals by Rebecca Romijn and Jennifer Lawrence in earlier X-Men movie iterations.
Schafer, who is widely recognized for her groundbreaking role as Jules Vaughn in HBO’s Euphoria, emphasized that while the fan-casting rumors were flattering, she was focused on her current work and the upcoming season of Euphoria. She mentioned that the cast had recently resumed filming after a long hiatus, marking the first time in years they had been back on set.
In addition to discussing her acting career, Schafer also reflected on a viral moment from last week when she posted about receiving a renewed passport that now lists her gender marker as male. Schafer, who is a transgender woman, said she hadn’t expected such a positive response to the post but was deeply appreciative of the support she received.
“Honestly, I wasn’t really looking for support when I made that post, but it was really sweet,” Schafer shared. “You know, I have a really wonderful community that surrounded me. And I felt very supported before then and since that happened. So, I feel really lucky and great.”
Schafer’s openness about her gender identity and experiences has made her an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, and her recent announcement was met with overwhelming support from fans and allies alike. The actress has become a prominent voice in both the entertainment industry and the transgender community.
As for the fan-casting, while Schafer remains modest about the buzz, it’s clear that her star is continuing to rise in Hollywood, with fans eager to see her take on more iconic roles in the future.
