Ghost Rider Star Nicolas Cage Calls the MCU a 'Well-Funded and Glorified WWE'

Nicolas Cage has issued his verdict on the Marvel Cinematic Universe, calling it a "well-funded and glorified WWE," despite its use of top-tier acting talent.

Speaking at Fan Expo Dallas, Cage aired his thoughts on Hollywood's largest-grossing franchise of all time — despite his own participation in a slew of comic book movie projects.

"I do say this with love," Cage began. "When I see these 50-plus, otherwise intelligent, remarkably gifted thespians putting on these ridiculous outfits and getting ready for the fight — and let's face it, it's cutting all to the fight — it's hard for me not to be reminded that the MCU is becoming a well-funded and glorified WWE."

On the one hand, you could argue that Cage's heavy involvement in comic book projects offers him a unique perspective on the matter. On the other, Cage has worn plenty of ridiculous outfits himself.

As detailed in IGN's own guide to all of Cage's comic book TV …