Clark Gregg on "The Avengers" & the Evolution of Agent Coulson

[CBR News]

Actor Clark Gregg, who has played S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent Coulson in almost every Marvel film since 2008's "Iron Man," spoke to CBR about his co-star status in May's "The Avengers."


Full article here.

[britishmixedwhiskey]

Mr Gregg's scenes were so full of gravitas and power that i have now seen the film three times already , i am now a Clark Gregg Fan and await his next film or Tv series with baited breath . Agent Phil Coulson .... i Salute you .

[Mac Danny]

I can't help but think That Clark Gregg owes his turn as Agent Coulson to his time on the West Wing as FBI Special Agent Michael Casper. A walk on roll that was supposed to be one episode he turned into a multi episode character.

Coulson and Casper have a lot of similarities in their character. Coulson has more action to him more tension but they are very similar characters.

Great Job making a one line character into a fixture in the MU!

[MarvelMaster616]

It's impossible to predict how a new character or concept will catch on. I don't think even Clark Gregg knew Coulson would become such a popular staple of the Marvel universe. But for whatever reason, Coulson's dry wit and cool demeanor has won over many fans including myself. I'm glad he's become a part of the Marvel movieverse and now the comics. I hope his character grows, but I also hope Marvel doesn't take it too far. Often when any comic company finds a good concept, they can't help but overdo it.

[RockinRobin182]

I got a warm fuzzy feeling when I found out Coulson was being introduced into the comics.

[Fast]

I got a warm fuzzy feeling when I found out Coulson was being introduced into the comics.

When and where (what book) is that happening?

[RockinRobin182]

When and where (what book) is that happening?

Battle Scars #6, which I unfortunately haven't read yet.

http://www.usatoday.com/life/comics/...oks/54508162/1

[Shade]

I can't help but think That Clark Gregg owes his turn as Agent Coulson to his time on the West Wing as FBI Special Agent Michael Casper. A walk on roll that was supposed to be one episode he turned into a multi episode character.

Coulson and Casper have a lot of similarities in their character. Coulson has more action to him more tension but they are very similar characters.

Great Job making a one line character into a fixture in the MU!

He had a small part at the end of Sorkin's "Sports Night" and was fantastic in that as well. He tends to be able to do a lot with small roles.

[Joe Grendel]

He was really solid -- and playing a fairly similar personality -- in New Adventures of Old Christine. It's great to see this success for him; he's a talented guy.

[DeadXMan]

just saying coulson is Mar-vel

[nuclearman]

Always plays his part well - is a fine actor.

[Charles RB]

Coulson's one of the best parts of the movie multiverse.

[Michael P]

He was really solid -- and playing a fairly similar personality -- in New Adventures of Old Christine. It's great to see this success for him; he's a talented guy.

It's odd that you pick that role, and not Mike Casper on The West Wing.

[Mac Danny]

It's odd that you pick that role, and not Mike Casper on The West Wing.

Exactly. Agent Coulson IS Mike Casper. I am kind of shocked that the connection has not been brought up in interviews.

[Jabare]

AGENT COULSON IS AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!