Avengers: The Kang Dynasty Will Be Directed By Shang-Chi’s Destin Daniel Cretton

 

The future of The Multiverse Saga and the first Avengers film for “Phase 6” finally has a director tapped to it, as The Hollywood Reporter reports that “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” director Destin Daniel Cretton has been named the director of “Avengers: The Kang Dynasty”!

As Kevin Feige confirmed that “Avengers: Infinity War” and “Avengers: Endgame” directors Joe and Anthony Russo would not be returning to helm the new Avengers films announced for Phase 6, fans wondered who would be taking over and helming the two new crossover films that would bring together all the major players of the MCU once more. As the title implies, Kang  The Conqueror is going to be a major player and force to be reckoned with as The Multiverse Saga builds up, and that villain will be played by Jonathan Majors - who made his appearance as a variant called “He Who Remains” in Loki last year and is set to appear as Kang himself in 2023’s “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania”.

Avengers: The Kang Dynasty is set to be released on May 2025.

SDCC '22: Marvel Studios Panel Recap - The Multtiverse Saga, She-Hulk and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Trailers, Phase 5 and 6 Roadmap Revealed, and More

 

Kevin Feige and Marvel Studios returned to the San Diego Comic-Con floor... And they DID NOT DISAPPOINT AT ALL.

After three long years away from SDCC thanks to the ongoing global pandemic and many other challenges down the road, Marvel Studios made its triumphant comeback in a big way - announcing not just more TV shows and film release dates, but also laying out when Phase 4 ends, what Phase 5 will bring, and revealing that Phase 6 will usher in the return of two new Avengers films that will bring a grand culmination to the current saga of MCU movies collectively known as "The Multiverse Saga"!

First things first - the trailers! Shown during the panel presentation and released online simultaneously, here's She-Hulk: Attorney at Law and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever!

Official Trailer | She-Hulk: Attorney at Law | Disney+
Marvel Studios’ Black Panther: Wakanda Forever | Official Teaser
Here’s pics of the Roadmaps posted online too from the panel presentation!

And courtesy of IGN's post and collage, here's what to expect for Phase 5 and 6! The line-up is HUGE and you can find out the details via Marvel Studios Facebook page!

So with Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania Phase 5 begins. Disney + gets new TV Shows like Agatha: Coven of Chaos and Daredevil: Born Again (with Charlie Cox and Vincent D'Onofrio back as Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk), the newly announced Captain America: New World Order and Thunderbolts, and Phase 6 begins with Fantastic Four on November 2024 - followed by Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and Avengers: Secret Wars in 2025!

Definitely A LOT to take in... With more on the way. Marvel's on a role and doing great!

Weekend Refresher: Marvel Studios' Disney Investor Day presentation

It was a BIG WEEK for fans of Lucasfilm, Marvel, and everything under the Disney umbrella, as the House of Mouse revealed during their "Disney Investor Day" presentation" their incoming slate of programs coming to movies and television -- including almost a dozen programs for Star Wars and a LOT of stuff coming via Marvel Studios. We're going to focus on the latter, because that was A LOT -  and Kevin Feige gave a big presentation which you can view on the video below:

 

Kevin Feige's Marvel Phase 5 Panel Video from Investors Day Announcement

Some noteworthy highlights from the presentation for Marvel's film division and TV shows coming to Disney +:

- The Fantastic Four is getting the MCU Movie treatment at long last

- No mention of the X-Men or Mutants (yet)

- Our first full trailers for The Falcon and The Winter Solider, Loki, and What If? among others

- A new trailer for WandaVision

- A first look feature on Ms. Marvel

- Hailee Steinfeld finally confirmed officially as Kate Bishop in the "Hawkeye" TV Series

- IronHeart, Armor Wars, Secret Invasion, GOTG Holiday Special and more announced

- 3rd Ant-Man film titled "Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania"

And that's just some of them. Plus Rachel McAdams back as Christine Palmer for Doctor Strange In The Multiverse of Madness (with Sam Raimi confirmed to direct), and Jaime Alexander coming back as Lady Sif for Thor: Love and Thunder - which also has Christian Bale's role confirmed as Gorr the God Buther.

That's literally a lot to take in - but congratulations Marvel and looking forward to what's to come for Phase 4 and beyond!

WandaVision to explore the origins of Scarlet Witch's powers

 

Looks like fans are going to get a lot of answers about the origins of Wanda Maximoff aka the Scarlet Witch's powers when "WandaVision" premieres on Disney + on January next year, as Marvel Studios head and MCU architect Kevin Feige has teased in a feature by Empire that Elizabeth Olsen's character will be fleshed out as her romance with Paul Bettany's Vision continues in a seemingly fantasy alternate reality that more or less was created by her.

“If you look at the Infinity Saga, I don’t think any single person has gone through more pain and trauma than Wanda Maximoff. And no character seems to be as powerful as Wanda Maximoff. And no character has a power-set that is as ill-defined and unexplored as Wanda Maximoff,” MCU boss Kevin Feige tells Empire. “So it seemed exploring that would be worthwhile post-Endgame. Who else is aware of that power? Where did it come from? Did the Mind Stone unlock it?”

Read more about the Empire feature here and check out more photos there.

WandaVision will debut on Disney + on December 15.

Spider-Man returns to the MCU thanks to new Sony/ Disney deal

In case you didn't hear the news - SPIDEY'S OFFICIALLY BACK IN THE MCU!

As reported by Deadline Hollywood, a new deal has been struck between Sony and Disney/ Marvel in once again bringing the wallcarawler to the same cinematic universe as the Avengers and Guardians of the Galaxy, where Disney would co-finance 25% of the production of a third Spidey film for a 25% equity stake. This allows Tom Holland to once again swing and continue his role as Peter Parker/ Spider-Man without any sacrifices or omissions to his story thread following the events of this year's "Spider-Man: Far From Home" - where Spidey's world literally turned upside down following his battle and victory over Mysterio. The deal also calls for Spidey to appear in another Marvel film, as well as retaining the creative presence of Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige.

Spider-Man will swing once more with his third solo film on July 16, 2021!

Marvel Studios' president Kevin Feige says the next "Avengers" film will feature a very different team

Those looking to the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and what will occur for Marvel Studios' films going forward got a reveal of that in this year's San Diego Comic-Con when Kevin Feige and the studio took to Hall H and announced their plans for Phase 4 and beyond... And that was quite a LOT.

However, what was noticeable was that there were no announcements for a new "Avengers" movie, and it's to be expected as Avengers: Endgame signaled the end of a storyline focusing primarily on the Original Six - Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Hulk, Black Widow, and Hawkeye. Now it's up to a new generation of heroes to come forward and take the spotlight... And Kevin Feige told MTV News in an interview that a new line-up of Earth's Mightiest Heroes will eventually show up and will be a be a different class of their own.

#AvengersEndgame was the end of an era, and #Marvel Studios president #KevinFeige confirmed to us at #ComicCon that the next class of @Avengers will be a “very different team than we’ve seen before." We also asked if Phase 4 of the #MCU might be planting some big clues 👀 #SDCC pic.twitter.com/4mxOTmmJ0u

— MTV NEWS (@MTVNEWS) July 21, 2019

Marvel Studios "What If?" animated series will explore alternate scenarios from The Infinity Saga

By now, many know and have seen what Marvel Studios has planned for the next couple of years with their official reveal of their "Phase 4" plans last weekend at the 50th annual San Diego Comic-Con. That includes the upcoming "What If?" series for Disney + - the very first animated series set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and exploring "alternated realities" where decisions are made differently and characters explore differents paths and adventures that were not presented in the MCU films.

According to Kevin Feige, that's exactly the focus of the first season of the show - which will explore the first 23 films that make up Phases 1-3, aka The Infinity Saga.

"Right now, we’re focusing on for the first season, everything you know about the 23 movies in the Infinity Saga and adding one twist to them and seeing how everything turns out different."

One of the plans for "What If?" of course is turning Peggy Carter into the Super Soldier instead of scrawny Steve Rogers - as Feige mentioned again in an interview with Screen Rant. Also confirmed during the Hall H panel of Marvel Studios is that several actors and actresses who played these iconic roles in their respective films will be back - meaning Hayley Atwell and Chris Evans will reprise their roles as Peggy Carter and Steve Rogers!

What If? will hit Disney+ sometime in Summer 2021

ICYMI: Kevin Feige reveals that "Spider-Man: Far From Home" is the final MCU film of "Phase 3"

Contrary to what fans were thinking regarding next week's "Avengers: Endgame" being the final film to close off "Phase 3" of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it's actually going to be "Spider-Man: Far From Home" - the 23rd film by Marvel Studios and set for release this summer!

According to multiple reports by news outlets including Comic Book Movie, Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige made the reveal during a recent interview. "It’s the end of the third phase. You're the first person I told that to."

 Spider-Man: Far From Home will be swinging into theaters this July!

Kevin Feige dubs the first three phases of the MCU as "The Infinity Saga"

("Whatever It Takes" Fanmade poster via reddit user "Reddit/u/nsanespyro")

After releasing the covers to their issue spotlighting one of the most anticipated films of the year, Empire Magazine's feature on "Avengers: Endgame" has come online - and along with it a few trickles of information on why certain things were done to present this kind of scenario where the surviving heroes - including the original six members of the Avengers - were the ones to survive the Snap (which in itself was planned for the beginning of this movie, but instead was kept for the end of last year's Avengers: Infinity War).

One of the glaring reveals from Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige was that Endgame - the 22nd film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe  - would be the culmination of what is dubbed as "The Infinity Saga". That means from Phases 1 to 3 - this journey from Iron Man to Avengers: Endgame will make up the 11 year story of how Earth's Mightiest Heroes gathered, how other parts of the universe were explored, and inevitably how Thanos orchestrated events that led to him collecting the Infinity Stones and bringing us to where we are right now. It is truly epic, and you can bet that there will be a box set collection in the future.

Feige said:

"We wanted to bring to a conclusion a series of movies in a way that had never been done before. Harry Potter had an ending because there were only so many books. Lord of the Rings too. But we thought, 22 movies in, wouldn’t it be fun to bring some finality to the storyline.”

You can read the rest of the bits of the Empire Magazine interview feature from Slash Film and Comic Book Movie.

Avengers: Endgame will be released in theaters on April 24 internationally and April 26 in the US.

Marvel Studios is producing "What If" TV Series for Disney+

It looks like Marvel's future in Disney's upcoming streaming service may be more exciting than ever, as Slash Film exclusively reports that Marvel Studios is producing a "What If" TV Series for  "Disney+". This is based on the popular "What If" comic book series - where an untold number of "Alternate Reality Tales" on things that could have happened in the Marvel Universe are witnessed, usually through the eyes of The Watcher, had certain situations or decisions had been made.

Of course, this upcoming TV Show will be spearheaded by Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige, and is said to explore "What If" scenarios from the Marvel Cinematic Universe but not be canon to the timeline itself. No word on when exactly this show will debut, but for more information on the story, visit and read the exclusive by Slash Film.

Marvel Studios' Kevin Feige pens tribute to Stan Lee

The passing of Stan Lee has been hard to many fans of the Marvel Comics' writer and legend, and even more so for those he has inspired to bring some of his greatest creations to life in the big screen. In a fitting tribute to "The Man" that was featured in Entertainment Weekly, Marvel Studios' Kevin Feige has written a farewell letter describing his final meeting with Stan.

 “I went to his house to see him, and he reminisced about the cameos,” Feige writes of his last meeting with Lee. We were talking about what was coming up, always looking to the future. Did he know that his time was running out? I don’t know. In hindsight, he was slightly more wistful than I’d seen him before. He talked about the past more than I had ever heard him talk about the past. So maybe on some level, he knew."

Spider-Man: Homecoming sequel will take place around the world according to Kevin Feige

As the world prepares for the arrival of the big Marvel Cinematic Universe convergence film that is "Avengers: Infinity War" this week, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has confirmed to io9 that the sequel will be happening across the globe - giving Tom Holland's Peter Parker and his alter ego quite the "field trip" that's reminiscent of his time travelling to Germany during the events of "Captain America: Civil War".

"We start filming early July,” Feige said. “We film in London. We shot first film in Atlanta. And we shoot a lot of films in London but there’s another reason we’re shooting in London which is, yes, Spidey, of course, will spend some time in New York, but he’ll spend some time in other parts of the globe.”

Looks like our favorite webslinging hero's going to have his hands full after dealing with Thanos alongside Mr. Stark and crew. For more details, visit io9!

Avengers: Infinity War will be released on April 25th internationally and April 27th in the US.
The untitled Spider-Man sequel hits on July 5, 2019 - beginning "Phase Four" of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Ant-Man "After Credits Scene" linking to Captain America: Civil War featurette released

As the months move in closer to the next phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe come 2016, Marvel has some behind-the-scenes stuff packed in their "Phase Two" Blu-Ray box set, including a featurette on the After Credits scene from Ant-Man that actually is from "Captain America: Civil War"

Take a look at Kevin Feige discussing things, including the part where Steve Rogers/ Captain America and Sam Wilson/ Falcon visit a captive Bucky Barnes/ The Winter Soldier.


Ant-Man and the "Phase Two" MCU Blu-Ray collection is now available.

Captain America: Civil War will be released on May 6, 2016 in the US.

Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures team-up for future Spider-Man films!

Heads up, webheads! Looks like Sony Pictures and Marvel Studios are FINALLY going to team-up for future films depicting the wallcrawler in film... And finally get our friendly neighborhood hero into the Marvel Cinematic Universe proper along with the likes of Iron Man, Captain America, and the rest of The Avengers!

In a press release announced by Marvel themselves and published in their official website, the new deal will see Spider-Man appearing in one of the films for the Marvel Cinematic Universe that's under the leadership of Kevin Feige, before spinning off into his own solo, Sony-produced film that's slated to be released on July 28, 2017, that will be co-produced by Feige and longtime Spider-Man film producer Amy Pascal. This sets a new course and direction for Spidey, whose presence in the Marvel Universe is strong in the comics... And will now be the same for the Marvel Cinematic Universe proper!

As to whether that means rebooting the entire franchise anew and if Andrew Garfield will reprise his role as Peter Parker/ Spider-Man... That remains to be see for the future. As for the films... Can anyone say inserting Pete into the upcoming Captain America: Civil War?

UPDATE: Sadly guys, Andrew Garfield is OUT as Spider-Man according to Comic Book Resources and following a report from The Wrap.

For more on the story, visit the source post at Marvel.com.

Doctor Strange and the Heroes for Hire join Ant-Man for Marvel Cinematic Universe Phase 3!

Looks like the Marvel Cinematic Universe will be expanding even further after "Phase 2" is complete, as film producer and Marvel Studios President of Production Kevin Feige reports that "Doctor Strange" and the "Heroes for Hire" have been tapped for the "Phase 3" wave of movies joining Ant-Man!

Daredevil reverts back to Marvel Studios

Following previous reports that 20th Century Fox was going to lose the rights to the Daredevil franchise, it's now been officially confirmed by Deadline that it's really happening - the Man Without Fear is coming home to the House Of Ideas and will see movie treatment done under the supervision of Walt Disney Pictures and Marvel Studios. Also posted by Cinema Blend, it appears that the former studio will let the rights expire, and it will automatically revert back to Marvel's hands. Not since Mark Steven Johnson's 2003 film treatment starring Ben Affleck has any other live action adaptation of Daredevil been made, and now Marvel Studios will be given control to take the character in a new movie direction that's in line with the studio's goals.

Before all this went down, The Grey director Joe Carnahan was tapped to make a treatment for Fox after plans for a reboot under David Slade's direction fell through. Unfortunately, Carnahan also threw in the towel, and now Matt Murdock's alter ego is expected to officially join the ranks of the Marvel Cinematic Universe come October this year. Daredevil is the second character reacquisition the company has gotten back after The Punisher, who was reacquired from Lionsgate and announced by Marvel Studios' president Kevin Feige during the San Diego Comic-Con. For more info on the story, visit the source posts at Cinema Blend and Deadline.

Kevin Feige reveals why The Avengers don't say their famous line

This is kind of a SPOILER for those who haven't seen The Avengers, so before you tread any further, go see it in theaters NOW!

The Avengers appear on Disney's D-23 Expo!

Over at the Anaheim Convention Center in California, the stars and people behind Disney and Marvel Studios' upcoming epic 2012 superhero team movie "The Avengers" assembled at the Walt Disney D23 2011 Expo to talk about the movie and present some awesome footage for lucky attendees over there to see. Highlighting the cast present there of course was Robert Downey Jr., aka Tony Stark and the Invincible Iron Man, as well as Jeremy Renner/ Hawkeye, Scarlett Johansson/ Black Widow, Cobie Smulders/ Maria Hill, Tom Hiddleston/ Loki, and Chris Hemsworth, the mighty Thor himself! Lead by Marvel Studios' President Kevin Feige and joined by Walt Disney Chairman Rich Ross, the team screened a special reel of what is approximated to be about 4 minutes worth of exclusive footage from the Joss Whedon directed Avengers, comprised of scenes that highlight the Hulk, Nick Fury, Loki, and the rest of the Avengers team! A transcript of the scenes' details can be found via a post at Superherohype, but be warned it's a SPOILER of course if you plan to read it!

For More info and pics on this story, as well as what's going down on D23, head over to Marvel.com!

The Avengers assemble and take on the foes no one hero can face on May 4, 2012!