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

**CBR News** · 05-02-2012, 06:58 AM

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** · 05-02-2012, 07:07 AM

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** · 05-02-2012, 08:32 AM

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** · 05-02-2012, 08:57 AM

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** · 05-02-2012, 11:00 AM

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

**Fast** · 05-02-2012, 12:05 PM

Originally Posted by RockinRobin182

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** · 05-02-2012, 12:18 PM

Originally Posted by Fast

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** · 05-02-2012, 12:29 PM

Originally Posted by 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!

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** · 05-02-2012, 12:31 PM

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** · 05-02-2012, 02:18 PM

just saying coulson is Mar-vel

**nuclearman** · 05-02-2012, 02:29 PM

Always plays his part well - is a fine actor.

**Charles RB** · 05-03-2012, 09:29 AM

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

**Michael P** · 05-03-2012, 09:32 AM

Originally Posted by 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.

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