Kat Dennings told Entertainment Tonight that Marvel scanned her face for digital use. She made the comment while filming her ABC sitcom *Shifting Gears*. The actress first appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Darcy Lewis in 2011’s Thor. Since then she has returned in Thor: The Dark World, Thor: Love and Thunder, WandaVision and the animated series What If…?.
What the Scan Means for Future MCU Roles
When asked about the upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday, Dennies laughed and said, “They could put me in anything they want at this point. I am in the system.” The scan captures her facial features, skin tone and expressions. Marvel can now place her digital double in any future scene without needing her on set. This gives the studio flexibility and could lead to surprise cameo appearances.
Industry Trend of AI Body Scanning Actors
Dennies is not the only star who faces this new technology. Actors such as Nicolas Cage have spoken out about AI and body scans. Cage warned that studios might reuse his scanned image after he passes away. He fears that digital copies could replace real performances. The debate is growing as more studios adopt AI tools to create realistic characters.
Avengers: Doomsday will open in theaters on December 18. The film is co‑headlined by Chris Hemsworth, who returns as Thor. A recent teaser shows Thor facing a new threat. Fans wonder if Dennies will appear as Darcy Lewis or as a digital cameo. While Marvel has not confirmed any plans, the scan makes it technically possible.
The Future of Digital Likeness in Hollywood
The use of body scanning and AI is becoming common in Hollywood. Studios can now generate lifelike characters from a single scan. This technology helps with stunt work, de‑aging and creating characters that never existed. However, it also raises questions about consent, royalties and the value of an actor’s image.
Keep an eye on Marvel announcements. If the studio decides to use Dennies’ digital double, it could appear in surprise scenes or promotional material. The conversation around AI and actors will likely continue as more movies rely on digital likenesses.
Source: Variety
