Why did Edward Norton replace Eric?

Before Marvel Studios reclaimed the rights to Banner and started on the MCU, Universal had released the 2003 film Hulk starring Eric Bana — a role that had originally been offered to Edward Norton. A devoted Hulk fan, Norton turned down the role because he didn't think the script properly honored the character.

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Why did they replace Eric Bana as Hulk?

Because he wasn't portraying The Hulk and only Banner, he felt there was a disconnect and only got to be a part of one movie while the bigger green screen material was happening elsewhere. Read Bana's full quote below: You go from 'Black Hawk Down' where you're shooting mainly daytime, exteriors, natural light. Why did Edward Norton not keep playing the Hulk? At the time, Feige released a statement implying that Norton's departure was in light of their desire to have, according to CBR, “an actor who embodies the creativity and collaborative spirit of our other talented cast members.”

Is Mark Ruffalo the same Hulk as Edward Norton?

But it's still a bit of a swerve, as the show walks through the first phase of Marvel's movies, and recasts scenes previously played by Norton in the much maligned 2008 movie The Incredible Hulk with the actor who replaced him: Mark Ruffalo. Why are there 3 hulks? We have made the decision to not bring Ed Norton back to portray the title role of Bruce Banner in the Avengers. Our decision is definitely not one based on monetary factors, but instead rooted in the need for an actor who embodies the creativity and collaborative spirit of our other talented cast members.

How rich is Eric Bana?

$45 million

Net Worth:	$45 Million
Date of Birth:	Aug 9, 1968 (53 years old)
Gender:	Male
Height:	6 ft 2 in (1.89 m)
Profession:	Actor, Film Producer, Screenwriter, Voice Actor, Comedian, Television producer

Is Eric Bana Hulk canon? While Eric Bana's Hulk isn't considered part of the MCU canon, The Incredible Hulk is. The story still counts and it establishes Bruce Banner, though he was played by Edward Norton at the time. Even the Hulk himself changes appearances constantly, with no mention made of it.

What happened to Eric Banner?

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Most recently Bana has been involved with the TV series Dirty John, a role that took him out of his comfort zone when it came to his family. “It definitely hasn't suited my lifestyle up until now,” he said about the time it has taken him to complete the role. But it was a character he relished playing. Who is the strongest Avenger? Thor is by far the strongest member of the original team considering he is the literal God. He gained a major boost in power following the events of Thor: Ragnarok after losing Mjolnir and learning that his hammer wasn't the source of his strength.

Who was the Hulk before Edward Norton?

David Duchovny was a front-runner for the film before Norton's casting, while Louis Leterrier's original choice for the role was Mark Ruffalo, who would later play Banner in future Marvel Cinematic Universe films.