Gibson first started playing Max in the series' first film, in 1979.

For decades, Gibson was the face of Max, but it all changed in 2015.

WhenFury Roadwas released, Tom Hardy became the secondactor to play Max Rockatansky.

Mad Max Fury Road Poster

Hes meant to be that same contemporary warrior.

Its not… it happened even on Fury Road.

I mean, there probably are stories to tell…

Mel Gibson as Max Rockatansky in Mad Max and Tom Hardy as Max Rockatansky in Mad Max: Fury Road

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I dont know what happens to Max when he gets into his 60s, or something like that.

I havent even thought of that.

Mel Gibson as Mad Max and Anya Taylor-Joy as Furiosa in the franchise

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Mel Gibson as Max Rockatansky from Mad Max 2 The Road Warrior and Tom Hardy as Max Rockatansky from Mad Max: Fury Road

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Headshot Of Tom Hardy In The Premiere Of The Bikeriders

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Mad Max: Fury Road

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