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Jenna Ortega on Her Small MCU Role: 'They Cut All My Lines'

Author : Hunter Apr 03,2025

Do you remember seeing Jenna Ortega in Iron Man 3? It's understandable if you missed her brief appearance in the film. The now 22-year-old star, known for her roles in Netflix's Wednesday series and the upcoming Beetlejuice Beetlejuice movie, made her film debut at the age of 11 in a minor role in the 2013 Marvel Cinematic Universe film. In Iron Man 3, Ortega plays the daughter of Vice President Rodriguez, portrayed by Miguel Ferrer. During a Christmas family function, Rodriguez kisses his daughter on the forehead, and the camera pans down to reveal that she is in a wheelchair due to a lost limb.

Jenna Ortega in Iron Man 3. Image credit: Marvel Studios.
Reflecting on her experience in the MCU, Ortega humorously told Entertainment Weekly about her brief stint in Iron Man 3 and how Marvel Studios significantly reduced her screen time. "I did it once," Ortega said. "It was one of the first jobs I ever did. They took all my lines out. I'm in Iron Man 3 for a quick second. I take up the frame, I have one leg and I'm the vice president's daughter."

Her Death of a Unicorn co-star Paul Rudd, who plays Ant-Man in the MCU, playfully suggested that Marvel might create a more substantial role for her in the future. "And so it might very well be that you come back," Rudd continued, "that they are going to create something for you, 'cause they should be so lucky to have Jenna Ortega in their franchise."

Ortega, however, seemed skeptical about returning to the MCU, stating, "They even took my name away," she interjected. "I'm really... but I just... I count that, and then I move on." It appears that her role, initially perhaps intended to be more significant, was minimized in the final cut of the film. Despite this, Ortega's career has soared, making her one of the most recognized actors today. Should Marvel Studios consider her for a new role in the MCU, it's likely she would give it serious consideration.

If Jenna Ortega did return to the MCU, which character should she play? Photo by Nina Westervelt/Variety via Getty Images.
Iron Man 3, while considered one of the weaker entries in the MCU, was a massive commercial success, grossing over $1.2 billion worldwide. It ranks as the ninth highest-grossing superhero film of all time, surpassing films like Captain America: Civil War, Spider-Man: Far From Home, and Captain Marvel. The landscape of superhero movies has changed since then, with newer films facing greater challenges in achieving similar box office results. If Ortega were to join the current MCU, her star power could potentially boost the franchise's appeal.

But which character would she be a perfect fit for?

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