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Time has become a playground for Marvel Studios as multiple characters have found themselves slung across time for wild adventures in the MCU’s history, especially in What If…?’s two seasons. What If…? may have delivered one of the craziest, though, in an episode that takes inspiration from author Neil Gaiman’s notable 2003 comic mini-series, Marvel […]

Plenty of characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe have gone through transformative journeys, whether it be Rocket Raccoon’s story of self-acceptance in the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy or Iron Man’s entire arc from the original 2008 film all the way to Avengers: Endgame. What If…?’s seventh episode sees a notable villain undergo a similar […]

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has seen plenty of characters changed in various ways when making the jump from the comic page to movie or TV screen, but all could trace their origins back to the comics. What If…?’s sixth episode has changed that as the MCU has introduced its first original hero in an episode […]

Stan Lee, the legendary co-creator of Marvel Comics, left an indelible mark not only on the comic book industry but also on the world of cinema. Beyond his groundbreaking contributions to superhero storytelling, Lee became a beloved figure through his charismatic cameos in Marvel films. These brief appearances, often filled with humor and self-awareness, became […]

Marvel’s “What If…?” Season 2 has shed new light on a long-standing mystery surrounding The Hulk’s inability to articulate beyond bursts of rage, introducing a retcon that challenges the established narrative, Screenrant reports. Hulk’s linguistic limitations have been a point of curiosity since his MCU debut in The Incredible Hulk, where his communication was limited […]

One of the breakout characters from the first season of What If…? was Captain Peggy Carter, who became her universe’s equivalent to Captain America and would ultimately help save the multiverse from Ultron. She is back in the fifth episode of What If…?’s second season in what is, unfortunately, one of the season’s weakest episodes. […]

The very premise of What If…? opens doors for various characters across the MCU multiverse to find themselves in the same spot as others audiences have already watched, and this was the case for Iron Man’s visit to Sakaar in the series fourth episode. In what effectively becomes Iron Man: Ragnarok, the episode is also […]

The continuation of Percy Jackson and the Olympians as well as more MCU series are coming to Disney+ next year. Here’s what is coming to the streaming service in January 2024. What’s coming to Disney+ in January 2024 January 3 Alice’s Wonderland Bakery (Season 2, 6 episodes) Ax Men (Season 10, 10 episodes) Forged in […]

In the wake of releasing the highly acclaimed Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Insomniac Games has encountered a significant cybersecurity crisis. A substantial data breach, resulting from a targeted cyberattack, led to the exposure of around 1.7 terabytes of internal data. Among the most notable revelations was the development of a Spider-Man multiplayer game, titled Spider-Man: The […]

Michael Mann, director of Heat, conducted a study with interesting results for his crime classic and superhero movies. Give the people what they want Coming up, Mann wants to adapt his sequel novel, Heat 2, into a film. And it appears that according to his study, this is what the people want. “Heat’s a huge […]

It’s the time of year where the air is filled with joy and cheer, and the latest episode of What If…? got in on the holiday cheers with what was effectively the series’ holiday special. Along with plenty of holiday gags, the episode makes no effort to hide its inspiration from one of the most […]

Marvel Studios is wrapping up 2023 with an exciting end-of-year surprise for fans: the much-anticipated arrival of What If…? Season 2. As the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe) expanded dramatically in recent years, this animated series has carved a unique niche by exploring alternative storylines within the familiar superhero universe. Remembering the first season, fans had […]

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has become full of superhero teams protecting the universe from threats at the planetary, cosmic, and multiversal levels, but the team at the heart of the universe has been The Avengers. It is The Avengers who get the spotlight in the second episode of What If…?’s second season, telling of how […]

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has grown from a single reality into a vast multiverse teeming with possibilities, many of which viewers get continue briefly exploring with season two of What If…? The voice of The Watcher welcomes viewers back for the animated series’ new season that sends them off to the stars to explore a […]

It is normal to see various characters pop up in other Marvel Cinematic Universe entries beyond their own, whether it be in a simple cameo or in a full supporting role. This continues with season two of Marvel Studios’ animated series What If…?, which has confirmed a massive list of MCU stars returning to the […]

Wyatt Russell provided a huge filming update for his upcoming MCU film, Thunderbolts. A springtime production Talking to The Hollywood Reporter, Russell spoke about his upcoming MCU project. The film will be released in 2025, but the production start has gotten a big update from the star. “There’s so much to play with John [Walker], […]

The impending arrival of the Fantastic Four in the MCU has stirred immense anticipation, especially regarding the introduction of their iconic adversary, Doctor Doom. With Marvel Studios regaining rights to characters like Victor Von Doom post-Disney’s acquisition of Fox Studios, the villain’s potential to not only challenge the Fantastic Four but also play a significant […]

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has faced an unexpected challenge as recent developments suggest the need to recast Kang the Conqueror, the primary antagonist of the Multiverse Saga. Jonathan Majors, who portrayed the character, has been dropped from the franchise following legal issues. Despite this setback, Marvel Studios is pushing forward with Avengers: The Kang […]

In an escalating situation, Insomniac Games, known for its blockbuster hit Spider-Man 2, has faced a severe setback following a ransomware attack by the notorious Rhysida group. In a bold move by the cybercriminals, after their ransom demands were not met, a staggering 1.67 terabytes of Insomniac’s confidential data was released on Rhysida’s darknet site. […]

Another ripple effect from the Jonathan Majors trial ruling is what the MCU will do with their upcoming Avengers: The Kang Dynasty film. Avengers 5  After Majors was dropped by Disney and Marvel Studios, Avengers: The Kang Dynasty got an interesting name change. It’s still unclear if the MCU will recast its Kang, but the […]

On the heels of Disney firing Jonathan Majors as the MCU’s Kang, recasting rumors are running rampant. John Boyega, who starred in the recent Star Wars sequel trilogy, wants nothing to do with it. He wants nothing to do with it In an X exchange from November, a fan asked Boyega to have Anthony Mackie […]

In a shocking turn of events for one of the most up-and-coming young actors in recent memory, Jonathan Majors has been promptly fired by Marvel following his conviction for assault and harassment of his (now ex) girlfriend following a car altercation in March. Majors was becoming an increasingly important part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, […]

Now that a guilty verdict has been handed down on Monday for Jonathan Majors, convicted of assault and harassment of his girlfriend in a car during an altercation in March, Majors’ already cloudy future with the MCU is getting even more tenuous, with Marvel fans flooding social media to call for his firing. Majors took […]

James Gunn shared his desire for what the MCU could do with the Guardians of the Galaxy. In Kevin Feige he trusts In an exchange on Threads, Gunn was asked about his say in future MCU moves — more specifically, the Guardians of the Galaxy series. “Kevin [Feige] and I are on great terms,” Gunn […]

Marvel Studios hasn’t been shy about teasing the kind of violence audiences can expect to see in its latest series, Echo, from its cast including the titular character and her surrogate-father Kingpin. The newest trailer for the series gave another look at that violence, giving a better idea of the stylized action viewers can expect, […]

The Thunderbolts’ first outing in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is already set to feature a who’s who of characters on the team including the Winter Soldier, Red Guardian, Taskmaster, and Ghost to name a few. What hasn’t been as clear is if audiences can expect to see characters who have been synonymous with the team […]

The announcement of the Marvel’s Blade game by Bethesda’s Arkane Studios during the 2023 Game Awards took the gaming community by surprise. This significant reveal marked Bethesda’s inaugural venture into the Marvel universe, accompanied by a stylish one-minute trailer that resonated with fans and industry insiders. Amid the fervor, concerns surfaced regarding Arkane’s role in […]

While she may have been Catwoman in 2012’s The Dark Knight Rises, actress Anne Hathaway revealed she nearly played another feline comic book character for what would have been Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man 4 before the film ultimately fell apart. Hathaway spoke about her casting in the canceled Spider-Man film during an appearance on the Happy […]

Due to the MCU’s slate being shaken up, Captain America 4 (properly titled Brave New World) has made a huge decision. They will attempt to make the most of their elongated time before its release date. More scenes on the way? Deadline is reporting that the upcoming Captain America 4 has enlisted Matthew Orton to […]

Sony’s upcoming Spider-Man spin-off, Madame Web, has shown off new posters. These include Dakota Johnson as the titular character and Sydney Sweeney amongst the rest of the ensemble. Tangled webs On December 12, Sony unveiled two new posters for Madame Web (which can be seen below via Discussing Film). The first is solely features Cassie […]

Andrew Garfield doesn’t care which Spider-Man actor you love. Other beloved live-action actors include Tobey Maguire and Tom Holland. “If you love me, fine” During an appearance at the Red Sea Film Festival (via Variety), Garfield spoke about playing Spider-Man. When asked if it upsets him when fans prefer other iterations over his own, he […]

Spider-Man: No Way Home saw Marvel Studios call back on the web-slinger’s history on the big screen with the inclusion of Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield, alongside plenty of villains. One cameo that ultimately didn’t happen, though, was Emma Stone’s Gwen Stacy, and it appears the actress, herself, was not aware of any plans for […]

Gwyneth Paltrow is not an MCU fan. Even if she has starred in several films. “I’ve never seen Endgame” During a conversation at the Red Sea Film Festival (via Variety), Paltrow revealed that she hasn’t seen many MCU films. But first, she reflected on her beginnings in the MCU. When she joined Iron Man, they […]

Iman Vellani has named Tom Holland’s Spider-Man as another dream MCU team-up with Ms. Marvel. Young Avengers?  Speaking to the Direct, Vellani spoke about The Marvels’ ending. At the end of the film, Kamala Khan (Vellani) is seen visiting Kate Bishop (Hailee Steinfeld), presumably to recruit her to the Young Avengers. She was asked about […]

Blade star Mahershala Ali has broken his silence on the upcoming MCU film. “I’m sincerely encouraged” Speaking to Entertainment Weekly, Ali seemed optimistic about his MCU film. “We’re working on it. That’s the best I could tell you,” Ali told the outlet. “I’m really encouraged with the direction of the project. I think we’ll be […]

Ryan Reynolds has spoken out against the set photos from his upcoming MCU film, Deadpool 3. “Surprises are part of the magic” Set photos from the Deadpool 3 production have surfaced for months. They showed off Hugh Jackman’s comic-accurate Wolverine costume and bombshell X-Men returns. Reynolds took to his Instagram story to speak about the […]

Should Jon Watts opt against directing the fourth MCU Spider-Man film, Sony and Marvel Studios have a replacement in mind. The potential replacement is known for directing Cabin in the Woods. Tom Holland and Zendaya are expected back for the fourth film. Cabin in the MCU Per DanielRPK (Patreon subscription required) and via The Hollywood […]

Yet another X-Men character from Fox’s universe is set to return in the MCU’s Deadpool 3. The character will join Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in the film. More X-Men MCU bound Thanks to some new set photos from the Daily Mirror, Sabretooth and Toad can be squaring off with Reynolds’ Deadpool and Jackman’s Wolverine. […]

Don’t compare Robert Downey Jr. to his MCU counterpart, Tony Stark/Iron Man. “I ain’t him.” Speaking to Vanity Fair for their latest cover story, Downey shut down the idea of him being like Tony Stark in real life. “I ain’t him. I’ll tell you that flat out,” he said in 2018. “There’s always a bit […]