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Following the release of ‘The Marvels,' fans are eager to know if there's a third Captain Marvel film in the works for Brie Larson. While the sequel included scenes that hinted at a possible continuation, the evolving landscape of the MCU could significantly influence its prospects.
Hints for a possible Captain Marvel 3
‘The Marvels' marked the first-ever team-up of Carol Danvers, Kamala Khan, and Monica Rambeau. Plus, the exploration of the cosmic realm of the MCU and revisiting the Kree since Captain Marvel's encounter with them in the first film.
In a post-credits scene, ‘The Marvels' hints at potential future collaborations among the trio. According to Screen Rants, this could pave the way for extending the cosmic narrative.
The initial Captain Marvel movie played a vital role in introducing one of the MCU's most powerful characters and unveiling the origin of Nick Fury's Avengers Initiative. However, Carol Danvers' onscreen journey has been somewhat on pause since her minor appearance in ‘Avengers: Endgame.' ‘The Marvels' now catalyzes a new chapter in her story, especially with the introduction of two heroes sharing similar abilities.
The cosmic scale of The Marvels leaves room for potential returns of characters without major deaths in the film. While a direct sequel could reunite the titular team, Nick Fury and Prince Yan, Captain Marvel 3 might take a different direction. Possibly introducing a new supporting cast and exploring a new MCU planet.
But considering the crowded nature of the current MCU storyline, Captain Marvel 3 may not see release until after the Multiverse Saga concludes. The wait period for solo movies featuring Marvel heroes introduced through the MCU tends to be longer. As seen with characters like Ant-Man, Doctor Strange, and Black Panther.
Carol Danvers' future in the MCU
As of November 2023, the MCU's upcoming slate does not explicitly include the heroes from The Marvels. However, fans anticipate their return, possibly in a crossover event akin to Avengers: The Kang Dynasty or Avengers: Secret Wars. Although news about a potential sequel, The Marvels 2 or Captain Marvel 3 is yet to surface. But given Captain Marvel's significance, announcements might be on the horizon.
While a direct sequel could reunite the titular team, including Nick Fury and Prince Yan, Captain Marvel 3 might take a different direction. Possibly introducing a new supporting cast and exploring a new MCU planet.
It could either be a team-up movie like The Marvels 2 or a solo movie focused exclusively on Brie Larson's Carol Danvers. Marvel Studios has a rich source material to draw from, including Carol Danvers' time as Binary and her encounters with characters like Rogue from the X-Men.
The narrative possibilities for the next sequel could extend to other famous Marvel characters too. As long as associated with Carol Danvers, there are endless prospects for the MCU.
In addition, a significant factor to consider is how the audience will perceive ‘The Marvels' post its theatrical run. While there might be narratives to explore, the financial success at the box office will determine the future of Carol Danvers.
