Michael Douglas actively pursued a dramatic exit for his character in the 2023 blockbuster, Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania, expressing his desire to see Dr. Hank Pym profoundly meet his end.
During his promotional rounds for the Apple TV+ series Franklin, Douglas delved into his role in the Marvel universe, shedding light on his intentions for the third instalment of the Ant-Man franchise. In a candid conversation on The View, the veteran actor disclosed that he personally proposed the idea of his character’s demise.
“Douglas disclosed that he initiated the request for the third film,” he stated. “I conveyed my desire for a substantial exit, adorned with all those fantastic special effects.” I envisioned a spectacular demise where I could shrink to the size of an ant and detonate, or something equally grand. I wanted to harness the full potential of those effects.”

Elaborating further, Douglas remarked, “But that was for the previous installment. Now, I doubt I’ll be making an appearance.”
Peyton Reed helmed the director’s chair, while Jeff Loveness wielded the pen for the script of Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania. This much-anticipated film features a powerhouse cast led by Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, Jonathan Majors, Kathryn Newton, David Dastmalchian, Katy O’Brian, William Jackson Harper, Bill Murray, Corey Stoll, and Michelle Pfeiffer.
Douglas first brought the character of Hank Pym to life in the 2015 film Ant-Man, reprising the role in its 2018 sequel and the 2019 epic Avengers: Endgame. His final portrayal of Hank Pym graced the screens in the 2023 release of Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania.