Some fans believe Jonathan Majors was supposed to appear in Sinners because Michael B. Jordan plays dual roles in Ryan Coogler’s Southern Gothic vampire film, sparking speculation that another prominent actor may have originally filled one of the parts. Online discussions linked Majors to the project, citing his recent collaboration with Jordan and their close off-screen friendship.
Here’s what we know about the rumors—and whether Majors ever had a role in Sinners.
Was Jonathan Majors supposed to be in Sinners?
No confirmed evidence shows that Jonathan Majors was ever cast in Sinners.
Warner Bros. and Ryan Coogler did not include Majors in any official casting announcements, and his name does not appear in the film’s press releases or credits. According to the film’s production details, the principal cast included Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton, Jack O’Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, and others, but not Majors.
Speculation about his involvement spread online, including a widely shared X post stating, “So Jonathan Majors was supposed to be on Sinners with Michael B and they made Michael play two characters?”
So Jonathan Majors was supposed to be on sinners with Michael B and they made Michael play two characters? ?
— Faith (@Faye_Faye_m) January 30, 2025?
One user questioned the claim and asked why anyone believed Majors had ties to the project. Others cited his ethnicity, build, acting range, and connection with Jordan as reasons he would have made a natural fit. However, no credible sources have verified these claims, and the studio has not confirmed any involvement.
Speculation about Majors’ involvement could also stem from his past collaboration with Michael B. Jordan in Creed III and Jordan’s public support for Majors after his legal issues. In an interview with GQ, Jordan said of Majors, “That’s my boy,” and confirmed he would work with him again. Jordan added, “I’m proud of his resilience and his strength through it all.”
This statement led fans to speculate that the filmmakers either considered Majors for Sinners or removed him after his December 2023 assault conviction and Marvel Studios’ decision to cut ties with him.
As of April 2025, Warner Bros., Ryan Coogler, and Jonathan Majors have not acknowledged the actor’s involvement in the development or production of Sinners. No evidence confirms that the filmmakers ever cast or considered him for a role in the film. Majors recently appeared in Magazine Dreams and has been cast for an upcoming action movie, Merciless.
