With Invincible Season 3 looming, Prime Video unveiled a stellar voice cast addition. Aaron Paul as Powerplex, John DiMaggio as The Elephant, and Simu Liu as Multi-Paul are exciting additions. However, the most intriguing news involves the enigmatic casting of Jonathan Banks and Doug Bradley, whose roles remain shrouded in secrecy.
Prime Video's strategic silence likely aims to preserve key Season 3 plot twists. But speculation is rampant! Which characters could Banks and Bradley portray? And what about Christian Convery's rapidly aging Oliver? His accelerated growth and new sidekick role are significant developments. Let's delve into the most anticipated new characters.
Warning: Minor comic book plot spoilers ahead!
Jonathan Banks as Conquest? --------------------------Jonathan Banks, the Breaking Bad star, joins the Invincible cast, but his character remains undisclosed. His expertise in portraying hardened killers strongly suggests a villainous role. Conquest, introduced in Invincible #61, is a prime candidate. A powerful Viltrumite warrior, Conquest arrives after a devastating Earth conflict, issuing an ultimatum to Invincible: conquer his homeworld or face death.
Season 2 hinted at this confrontation, leaving Mark grappling with his father's legacy. Season 3 likely delivers this showdown, pitting a young, inexperienced Mark against a veteran Viltrumite. This promises a brutal, desperate battle for survival.
Doug Bradley's Mysterious Role
While Banks seems a likely Conquest, Bradley's role remains a mystery. Known for portraying Pinhead in the Hellraiser films, he's likely playing another villain. Two possibilities emerge: Dinosaurus, from Invincible #68, or Grand Regent Thragg.
Dinosaurus, appearing after Conquest, seeks to heal the world from humanity's destructive impact. Bradley's voice could add depth to this somewhat cartoonish villain. His motivations, driven by a warped sense of environmentalism, resonate with surprising complexity.
Alternatively, Grand Regent Thragg, the main villain of the Invincible saga (first appearing in Invincible #11), could be introduced. Thragg, the powerful ruler of the Viltrumite Empire, is a formidable antagonist. Bradley's charisma and menace would perfectly suit this role. Even a brief appearance would hint at Mark's ultimate adversary.
Christian Convery's Oliver Grayson: A New Era
Season 2 introduced Oliver, Mark's half-brother, a half-Thraxan, half-Viltrumite hybrid. His rapid aging is a key plot point for Season 3, with Christian Convery taking over the role. Oliver, already exhibiting powers, will adopt the Kid Omni-Man codename.
Oliver's emergence significantly impacts the narrative. Mark, already struggling with his heroic identity, now mentors his powerful, yet potentially volatile, brother. This adds a layer of personal stakes, as Mark's responsibility extends beyond himself.
Which Villain Are You Most Excited For?
AnswerSee ResultsIn other news, the Invincible franchise expands with the prequel comic Invincible: Battle Beast, one of IGN's most anticipated comics of 2025.
