So Beast fans can look forward to the blue-furred mutant jumping back into action at the end of next year, but has Nicholas Hoult ever had discussions with Marvel Studios about reprising the character. He gave a simple, one-word response:

Nicholas Hoult reacts to Kelsey Grammer returning as Beast for 'Avengers: Doomsday,' while confirming Marvel hasn't contacted him about a comeback.

Nicholas Hoult, currently starring as Lex Luthor in DC’s Superman, confirmed Marvel Studios never contacted him to reprise his role as Beast in Avengers: Doomsday. Speaking to Entertainment Weekly, Hoult bluntly answered "No" when asked about discussions.