Nicodemus West

In the comic books, Nicodemus West is a doctor who not only admired Doctor Strange greatly, but who also performed the surgery that saved Strange’s hands, but sadly left him with severe nerve damage following his tragic automobile accident.

He will appear in the 2016 Doctor Strange movie, where it is expected that he’ll probably take on the same role – but his version of the character is also being described as being a rival to the titular character, which will add an interesting dynamic to their relationship and spice things up a little.

He will be played by Boardwalk Empire’s Michael Stuhlbarg in the movie, which adds even more excitement to the character’s appearance, as Stuhlbarg is a great actor.