https://screenrant.com The Marvel Cinematic Universe is a multimedia superhero franchise that began in 2008 with Paramount's Iron Man starring Robert Downey Jr. The franchise quickly grew in popularity, with Disney eventually buying out Marvel Entertainment in 2009. The MCU consists of dozens of movies and TV shows, most notably Avengers: Endgame, WandaVision, and Loki. Sun, 10 Dec 2023 20:09:14 GMT en-US hourly 60 The Marvel Cinematic Universe finds a perfect new Wolverine to take over for Hugh Jackman's Logan through new Deadpool 3 fan art. One of the most highly anticipated installments in Phase 5 will be Ryan Reynolds' return as Wade Wilson in Deadpool 3. While story details for Deadpool 3 are being kept under wraps, Hugh Jackman will be reprising the role of Wolverine for the first time since 2017's Logan, which finished his character's journey.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 20:09:14 GMT https://screenrant.com/wolverine-deadpool-3-mcu-x23-replacement-art/ Comic book movies are notoriously overlooked by the Hollywood elite, but even within the fandom, several incredible movies have not received the admiration they deserve. While some deservedly count among the greatest movies of all time, several comic book adaptations explored themes and storylines that were atypical for the genre. As a result, many were met with critical derision and an unfavorable backlash from audiences. Nevertheless, many of these should be reconsidered for their contribution to the comic book movie genre.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 19:30:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/underrated-comic-book-movies-deserve-respect/ With many characters set to return for the upcoming threequel, Morena Baccarin is sharing some insight for Vanessa's appearance in Deadpool 3. Baccarin starred in the first two installments of the X-Men spinoff franchise as the love interest for Ryan Reynolds' titular Merc with a Mouth, serving as the catalyst for the first sequel's plot as she's killed and Wade grapples with her loss. The end of the sequel saw Wade using Cable's time-travel device to stop Vanessa from being killed, leaving the door open for her return in the Deadpool 3 cast alongside fellow returning stars Reynolds, Brianna Hildebrand, Leslie Uggams, Karan Soni, Stefan Kapičić, Rob Delaney and Shioli Kustuna.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 17:56:41 GMT https://screenrant.com/deadpool-3-filming-update-vanessa-relationship-twist-morena-baccarin-tease/ There hasn't been any confirmation that Doctor Strange 3 will happen in the MCU, but it seems likely that Benedict Cumberbatch's former Sorcerer Supreme will get a third movie to close out a trilogy. Previously, Strange has faced off against the fallen sorcerer Kaecilius and the corrupted Scarlet Witch as primary antagonists. Though it's possible he'll face another human magic user, there are also plenty of different options.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 17:40:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/doctor-strange-3-marvel-villains-perfect/ Numerous comic book movies have proven themselves to be incredibly moving and effective cinema. The typical characterization of these movies is special effects-laden thrill rides that are often dismissed by the Hollywood elite. However, several outstanding examples from the genre challenge this notion, and have gone on to be considered among the greatest movies of all time. Whether through deft cinematic techniques or highly compelling, emotional performances, many comic book movies exemplify the high art of pure cinema.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 17:20:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/comic-book-movies-marvel-dc-cinema-moments/ Marvel gets a new Thor in exciting 90's Avengers fan art. Chris Hemsworth has played the God of Thunder in four Thor movies, another four Avengers films, and more in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Even though his last solo movie as the hero was not universally beloved, reports indicate that Marvel is moving ahead with a new Thor 5 story that will flip the tone of the franchise from light-hearted to more serious. That possible new direction for Thor would have suited a specific actor if the MCU had started in the 90s.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 16:20:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/dolph-lundgren-thor-90s-avengers-mcu-fan-art/ Loki's MCU story is a pretty tragic one to begin with, but one Marvel theory has made it even more devastating while solving one Thor: Ragnarok pothole at the same time. From the first time Loki was introduced in Thor, Loki has attempted to prove himself to his father, Odin, before that need for validation would later manifest into both villainous and heroic arcs within the MCU. Despite his best efforts, however, Odin ultimately denounces Loki at the end of Thor, causing his adopted son to throw himself into a wormhole.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 15:30:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/marvel-theory-mcu-loki-story-thor-ragnarok/ Numerous heroes shoulder the blame for Thanos' triumph in Avengers: Infinity War. The Mad Titan left a trail of devastation across the Marvel Cinematic Universe on his relentless quest to amass the Infinity Stones - fulfilling his mission to eradicate half of all life. Various characters, influenced by emotional responses to Thanos' brutal actions, contributed to this victory.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 15:00:17 GMT https://screenrant.com/avngers-infinity-war-mcu-heroes-blamed/ The upcoming Fantastic Four can completely change the Marvel Cinematic Universe for the better in a few different ways. After two movie versions of the team that were not as great as they could be — especially the 2015 Fantastic Four reboot — Marvel Studios' Fantastic Four is on the way to introducing one of the most iconic teams from the comics to the MCU. The arrival of the Fantastic Four is bound to bring major new additions to the MCU, with the team's four main characters at the forefront.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 14:30:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-fantastic-four-movie-change-franchise-forever/ The MCU is packed full of memorable jokes, but a few from the franchise's early phases have only gotten worse with time. Though the franchise has had serious projects sprinkled across its releases, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has had deep roots in comedy since Robert Downey Jr. presented a bold and snarky take on Tony Stark in 2008's Iron Man. Since then, everyone from Thor to Captain Marvel has had at least a few good zingers.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 14:00:14 GMT https://screenrant.com/worst-mcu-phase-1-to-3-jokes-still-cringing/ With so many comic book movie adaptations over the last two decades, it's not surprising that Fox already covered some familiar ground with Scarlet Witch's story in the MCU a whole 17 years ago. Although Scarlet Witch was never a part of Fox's X-Men franchise due to Marvel owning the movie rights to the Avengers - of which Scarlet Witch is a core part - Wanda Maximoff and her brother Pietro have integral ties to the X-Men in the comics. Yet the X-Men have one hero in particular that draws a significant amount of parallels to the Scarlet Witch.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 13:40:14 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-scarlet-witch-xmen-jean-grey-story/ The epic finale of Loki season 2 left many questions unanswered, and there's no sign of the MCU solving these mysteries anytime soon. Marvel Studios' Loki series on Disney+ marked a huge transformation for Tom Hiddleston's God of Mischief following his great escape after the Battle of New York during Avengers: Endgame's Time Heist. After Loki season 1 saw the Sacred Timeline destroyed, 2023's follow-up season featured Loki and his new team at the Time Variance Authority fighting to adjust the Temporal Loom and protect the multiverse. Loki season 2 revealed many new details pertinent to the MCU's Multiverse Saga, but posed even more questions that have gone unanswered.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 13:30:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/loki-season-2-unanswered-questions/ The Marvel Cinematic Universe is packed full of memorable villains, but a few stand above the rest as having accomplished amazingly powerful feats. There's little doubt that a villain's raw power level has little correlation with their effectiveness as a good character, but sometimes it's enjoyable to see a strong villain fully let lose. These strong antagonists often threaten life on a massive scale and sometimes bring about the ends of cities, planets, or even more.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 13:10:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-villains-most-impressive-powers/ 2024 is set to be a big year for the Marvel Cinematic Universe and beyond, with many new and exciting Marvel characters set to make their first appearances. The ranks of the MCU continue to swell with each passing year, and 2024 is looking to be no exception. However, it isn’t just Marvel’s flagship franchise that will get larger in 2024, with a number of upcoming Marvel movies also scheduled for release which are set to introduce new characters of their own. Across these many planned Marvel releases, audiences can expect to become acquainted with several exciting characters.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 13:00:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/most-exciting-new-marvel-movie-characters-2024/ New MCU fan art depicts Elizabeth Olsen's return as the Scarlet Witch in Marvel Studios' upcoming Agatha: Darkhold Diaries on Disney+. Following on from her debut in Phase 4's WandaVision, Kathryn Hahn was confirmed to be reprising the role of Salem witch Agatha Harkness in her own MCU series. Originally titled Agatha: House of Harkness, and later Agatha: Coven of Chaos, Marvel Studios' Agatha: Darkhold Diaries is expected to release on Disney+ in 2024 as part of the MCU's Phase 5. While the series will introduce several new witches in the MCU, Elizabeth Olsen's potential return as Wanda Maximoff, a.k.a. the Scarlet Witch, has been a hot topic of discussion.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 00:00:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/scarlet-witch-mcu-return-agatha-darkhold-diaries-art/ Marvel Studios may have waited too long to introduce The Fantastic Four. Set for release in 2025, Marvel's Fantastic Four will officially debut the team in the MCU. However, it can be argued that the movie has since gained an increased amount of pressure it wouldn't have had it been released earlier during the MCU's ongoing Multiverse Saga.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 23:00:24 GMT https://screenrant.com/fantastic-four-delay-marvel-cinematic-universe-debut/ Marvel Studios broke a major MCU trend with the 2023 release of The Marvels, which may benefit Captain Marvel's future in the ever-growing franchise. Brie Larson debuted as Carol Danvers, a.k.a. Captain Marvel, in 2019's self-titled 1995-set Captain Marvel, and made further appearances in Avengers: Endgame, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and Ms. Marvel on Disney+ before returning in The Marvels. Despite a positive audience response to The Marvels, the Phase 5 project performed abysmally at the box office, marking a box office bomb for Marvel Studios, and throwing Brie Larson's future as Captain Marvel into jeopardy, but this may not be the end of the road.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 22:30:17 GMT https://screenrant.com/captain-marvel-mcu-future-the-marvels-trend-break/ Marvel actors are known to bulk up to impressive levels for MCU movies, but a medical expert explains that many of them don't achieve it 100% naturally. In order to portray Marvel's invincible superheroes and literal gods, actors are expected to embody their physical strength and athleticism. There have been dozens of MCU actors who have showcased their fit physique across Marvel's 40+ MCU movies and shows, and quite a lot of them have attained it in record time. Their impressive efficiency has raised doubts about the methods they use to accomplish it.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 21:00:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/marvel-actors-muscle-gain-drugs-medical-expert/ One major missing piece of Marc Spector's backstory in Moon Knight could be explained thanks to a wild theory, potentially creating the darkest twist in the history of the MCU. Oscar Isaac debuted as Marc Spector in 2022's Moon Knight, a man with Dissociative Identity Disorder whose body is also inhabited by the Egyptian God Khonshu. Audiences were first introduced to one of Spector's alters, British museum worker Steven Grant, who had no prior knowledge of his condition or Khonshu's existence. Throughout Moon Knight season 1, Spector and Grant formed a close bond, and learned how to operate as the antihero Moon Knight, but they also harbor a dark secret.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 20:30:20 GMT https://screenrant.com/moon-knight-season-2-theory-jake-lockley-mom/ Marvel Studios may introduce a powerful multiversal villain into the MCU for Thor 5 who could create strong connections to Loki season 2 and the MCU's upcoming Fantastic Four reboot. After the disappointing performance of 2022's Thor: Love and Thunder, which saw Chris Hemsworth return for his fourth solo project as the Asgardian God of Thunder, major changes are expected for the MCU's Thor franchise. Among these changes, the comedic tones introduced by director Taika Waititi are expected to be replaced by a darker storyline, and there has been talk of a new villain being introduced who is even more powerful than Thor: Ragnarok's Hela, the Goddess of Death.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 18:40:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/marvel-theory-villain-thor-5-loki-season-2/ Over the last decade-and-a-half of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, many of Marvel Studios' heroes have lost their lives during battle, potentially earning them access into Valhalla. Valhalla is a version of the afterlife depicted in Norse mythology and Asgardian culture in the MCU, and is one of many afterlives that have appeared in the MCU, along with Black Panther's Ancestral Plane, Moon Knight's Field of Reeds and Rocket's ghostly afterlife in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. When they die, MCU characters seem to go to the afterlife most closely associated with their own beliefs, but the rules of Valhalla could constitute any number of notable heroes being granted access.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 17:30:17 GMT https://screenrant.com/dead-mcu-characters-eligible-valhalla/ Keanu Reeves looks amazing as Doctor Strange in 90s Avengers fan art. The Marvel Cinematic Universe version of the character is played by Benedict Cumberbatch, with the recent Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness' first post-credits scene teasing his role in the anticipated Avengers: Secret Wars, as he met Charlize Theron's Clea and went to stop an incursion. However, it all could have been different, as Reeves was rumored to have been among the names Marvel was eyeing for the role before Cumberbatch was cast for 2016's Doctor Strange.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 16:40:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/keanu-reeves-doctor-strange-90s-avengers-mcu-fan-art/ The Marvel Cinematic Universe has showcased plenty of family dynamics over the years, with their sibling duos providing some of the most heartwarming moments in the franchise. From blood relations to found family, it doesn’t matter how exactly these sibling pairs are connected. Being a superhero doesn’t stop these characters from having real sibling moments in the MCU, bickering over the smallest things yet wholeheartedly having each other’s back.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 16:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/marvel-cinematic-universe-siblings-most-heartwarming/ One of the most popular fan-casts for Marvel Studios' potential recasting of Kang the Conqueror has been imagined in some brilliant MCU fan art. Jonathan Majors debuted as Kang the Conqueror variant He Who Remains in 2021's Loki season 1 before portraying the Conqueror himself in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. While the MCU's Multiverse Saga has been built solely around Kang the Conqueror's overarching narrative, Jonathan Majors' arrest in March 2023 and subsequent controversy surrounding the actor has thrown this future into jeopardy, though the magic of the multiverse means Marvel Studios can simply recast the supervillain, and there are many strong performers who could assume the demanding role.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 15:30:17 GMT https://screenrant.com/kang-conqueror-mcu-recast-denzel-washington-art/ Numerous comic book movies have had major downer endings. When it comes to comic book movies in the MCU, the DCEU, and even those not attached to a larger cinematic universe, it is often expected that their endings will involve heroes triumphing over villains and inspiring people with their powers and altruism. However, not all comic book movies end entirely on a note of happiness or optimism, with some taking unexpected turns into darker territory.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 14:40:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/comic-book-movie-downer-endings/ The delay of Daredevil: Born Again might seem to be cause for despair at first glance, but there are some good reasons why the MCU's decision to take more time on the project should be a good thing. Charlie Cox's Matt Murdock was such a successful portrayal of the character in Daredevil's eponymous Netflix series that Disney has opted to officially incorporate the character into the MCU, with Matt Murdock and Vincent D'Onofrio's Kingpin both making cameo appearances in recent projects like Hawkeye, She-Hulk, and Spider-Man: No Way Home. But it seems that fans will have to wait a little longer for Daredevil to get his own time in the spotlight.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 14:10:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/daredevil-born-again-release-update-good-reasons/ One returning MCU actor might have accidentally revealed that Elizabeth Olsen's Scarlet Witch will be returning in 2024's Agatha: Darkhold Diaries, Marvel Studios' first WandaVision spinoff. Elizabeth Olsen has portrayed Wanda Maximoff, a.k.a. the Scarlet Witch, since the post-credits scene of 2014's Captain America: The Winter Soldier, but Phase 4 marked her first dedicated MCU project opposite Paul Bettany's Vision in WandaVision on Disney+. The 2021 series began to showcase Wanda Maximoff's transition into a powerful new MCU villain, which was explored further in 2022's Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, though the Doctor Strange sequel also seemed to mark the end of the Scarlet Witch's dramatic MCU journey.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 14:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/scarlet-witch-mcu-return-agatha-darkhold-diaries/ Deadpool 3 is looking at retconning some major moments from the Fox X-Men movies via the MCU, including an underwhelming character death from the franchise’s very first installment. While the first Deadpool was released at a time when Fox properties were still separate from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, times have changed, with the story of Deadpool 3 finding a spot within the MCU’s Phase 5. Not much is known about the plot other than the highly publicized reveal of Hugh Jackman returning to the role of the adamantium-clawed mutant Wolverine after having last played the character in 2017’s Logan. But Wolverine isn’t the only comic book character to unexpectedly debut in the MCU.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 13:40:14 GMT https://screenrant.com/deadpool-3-toad-death-xmen-movie-justice/ It has been two years since a Marvel Cinematic Universe movie last raked in $1 billion, which means it's high time for an upcoming MCU movie release to break that drought. The record-breaking underperformance of The Marvels at the global box office has no doubt left Marvel Studios reeling after what has been a real mixed bag of a year. The solid performance and reception for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 has been sandwiched between the lukewarm and downright disastrous performances of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantummania and The Marvels, while Disney+ offered one dud and one mega-hit in short order with Secret Invasion and Loki, respectively.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 13:30:17 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-billion-dollar-box-office-streak-break/ 2023’s Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse could be the first movie in over a decade to receive a specific nomination at the 96th Academy Awards. The film’s predecessor, 2018’s Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, was a critically acclaimed animated superhero film, managing to be not only a love letter to decades of Spider-Man comic history - and a heartfelt cinematic debut for the Miles Morales version of the web-slinger - but also a groundbreaking film that truly brought the visual language of comic books to the realm of animation. Into the Spider-Verse won an Oscar for Best Animated Feature, but Across the Spider-Verse could win a different accolade at the Academy Awards.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 13:20:23 GMT https://screenrant.com/spider-man-across-the-spider-verse-oscars-streak/ The Marvel Cinematic Universe is known for its epic action moments and lighthearted humor, but the franchise has also seen its share of controversial moments that divided its audience. The movies of the MCU have established it as one of cinema’s biggest and most successful franchises of all time. Its popular adaptations of the characters and stories of Marvel Comics have earned the MCU one of the largest fanbases in existence, bringing several previously obscure characters to the fore of pop culture in the process. Unfortunately, not every aspect of the MCU is considered perfect by every member of its audience.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 13:10:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/marvel-movie-moments-divided-fans/ Many characters have died in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but the franchise has brought some of them back even after depicting their demise. Since the franchise’s beginnings, the movies of the MCU have introduced a wealth of characters adapted from Marvel Comics. As the MCU’s story has continued to grow, many narrative arcs have come to a close, with multiple characters facing death within the franchise. Though some of these deaths mirror specific comic book arcs, many were unexpected twists or new spins on characters’ endings written to bring their MCU story to a purpose-built conclusion.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 13:00:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-characters-returned-after-death/ Marvel's Fantastic Four cast remains unconfirmed, but a heavily rumored candidate for the MCU's Sue Storm a.k.a. Invisible Woman provides new comments on her possible casting. With Fantastic Four's release date approaching, anticipation around the main cast's announcement increases. Several actors are more rumored to join Fantastic Four; some more than others, causing even more rumors and leading the actors themselves to address their possible MCU debut.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 00:35:23 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-fantastic-four-casting-sue-storm-jodie-comer/ With it continuing to be one of the most successful shows for the franchise, the latest episode of Screen Rant's Pitch Meeting series is taking a look at Loki season 2. The new chapter of the Marvel Cinematic Universe show saw Tom Hiddleston's God of Mischief complete his arc into a hero as he sacrificed himself to keep the branching multiverse structured in place of He Who Remains' Temporal Loom. Season 2 garnered rave reviews from critics and audiences alike and drew in large viewership for Disney+.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 00:29:06 GMT https://screenrant.com/loki-season-2-pitch-meeting/ Hugh Jackman is taking the recently leaked Deadpool 3 set photos with a good sense of humor. The upcoming threequel will see both Jackman and Ryan Reynolds joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Wolverine and the eponymous Merc with a Mouth, though exact story details remain unknown. Set photos have leaked throughout the movie's production, the most recent revealing a brutal fight with X-Men character Sabretooth resulting in the villain's death.

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 21:46:45 GMT https://screenrant.com/deadpool-3-set-photos-spoilers-hugh-jackman-response/ The MCU's struggle to maintain the same excitement it had around Avengers: Endgame's release provides several lessons for Marvel's next Saga after Avengers: Secret Wars in Phase 7. The Marvel Cinematic Universe's dozens of successful movies across more than a decade prove that Marvel Studios has cracked the formula for a thriving cinematic universe. But as much as the franchise has expanded, and as much as the MCU's upcoming movies show promise, the period between Avengers: Endgame's release and the middle of Phase 5 hasn't been as stable as the Infinity Saga's ending set it up to be.

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 21:30:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-phase-7-lessons-from-post-endgame-struggles/ The Ironheart series has been the victim of delays, but this could actually be a good thing for the MCU’s official Iron Man replacement. Riri Williams debuted in the MCU in 2022’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Having to leave the suit she uses in the film behind in Wakanda, Riri’s solo series is set to pick up with her crafting a new suit. Not much is known about Riri’s MCU origins besides the fact that she is an extremely gifted teenager and Iron Man’s in-universe replacement, so the wait for her solo series has been painfully long.

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 20:40:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-iron-man-replacment-ironheart-release-delay-hope/ A new Spider-Man series could lead to a moment of redemption for Nicolas Cage following his long-lost Superman film. Nicolas Cage was set to star as Superman in Tim Burton's Superman Lives before the project was scrapped in 1998. While Cage did voice Superman in Teens Titans Go! To the Movies and had a CGI cameo as the character in The Flash, many wonder what could have been. The Dream Scenario star finally got to play a big-brand superhero in film thanks to Marvel when he voiced Spider-Man Noir in Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse.

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 19:50:20 GMT https://screenrant.com/spider-man-noir-show-nicolas-cage-superman-lives-fix/ Loki season 2 is the culmination of Loki's seminal redemption arc in the MCU, and it helped to make the redemption of one Phase 5 villain even more possible. Ever since Loki made his MCU debut in Thor, his character has proved that the franchise's villains can win over the hearts and minds of audiences just as much as its heroes. Even as he proceeded to attempt to subjugate Earth, thereby causing the deaths of innocents, it didn't take long for Loki to find himself in the good graces of MCU audiences once more.

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 19:20:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/loki-season-2-agatha-darkhold-diaries-villain-redemption/ Although Thor 5 is yet to be confirmed, the Thor: Love & Thunder sequel could take the shape of Thor's biggest (yet smallest) MCU challenge yet. Thor: Love & Thunder left Thor acting as father to Gorr's daughter, Love, as they tag-team heroics across the universe while New Asgard remains in the capable hands of King Valkyrie. The climax was pretty open-ended, leaving Thor in a similar place to where he was at the start, only with a daughter in tow in lieu of the Guardians of the Galaxy. At least, that was until the post-credits scene moments later, which set up the arrival of Hercules.

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 18:50:21 GMT https://screenrant.com/thor-5-personal-smaller-threat-villain/ A Marvel Studios theory suggests that the newest variant of Kang the Conqueror introduced in Loki season 2 may have a larger role in the MCU as a powerful Young Avenger. Jonathan Majors debuted as a variant of Kang the Conqueror in the finale of Loki season 1, and though he has portrayed several other variants in other projects, Majors returned in Loki season 2, introducing a new Kang variant to the MCU. Since Jonathan Majors' future in the MCU is in jeopardy following his 2023 arrest and assault allegations, there is speculation that a new actor could replace him, and Loki season 2 may have created the perfect candidate.

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 18:30:11 GMT https://screenrant.com/victor-timely-iron-lad-loki-season-2-theory-explained/ Andrew Garfield, who played the second iteration of live-action Spider-Man and officially joined the MCU in Spider-Man: No Way Home, has opened up on how he feels about fans preferring other Spider-Man actors. Garfield's take on the iconic Marvel character was Sony's second attempt at bringing the franchise to life in cinema. His first outing in The Amazing Spider-Man was met with much praise, but his second and final solo appearance in The Amazing Spider-Man 2 unfortunately spelled doom for his tenure. That was, at least, until Spider-Man: No Way Home invited him back.

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 17:48:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/andrew-garfield-spider-man-actors-comparison-response/ The ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe is set to introduce many new characters throughout Phase 5, with the appearance of new and returning villains already confirmed. As cinema's biggest and most successful shared universe, the MCU plays host to a staggering host of characters. The heroes and villains of the MCU may already be many in number, but there are countless characters who exist in the Marvel Universe who have yet to make their way into the live-action franchise.

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 17:10:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-phase-5-confirmed-villains/ Well before the Marvel Cinematic Universe, live-action movies were adapting Marvel Comics' famous characters and laying the groundwork for the rise of superhero movies in the 2000s. Prior to Marvel Studios' release of Iron Man in 2008, the first official entry into the official MCU timeline, non-MCU Marvel movies were often regarded as critical failures that didn't manage to capture the magic of the comics. After the commercial and critical failure of Howard the Duck, Marvel was facing bankruptcy and chose to sell the movie rights to its most well-known properties, including the X-Men and The Fantastic Four, allowing several films featuring those characters to be developed by other production studios.

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 16:00:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/every-marvel-movie-not-mcu-explained/ The Marvel Cinematic Universe has introduced many characters of varying power levels, but some are simply too powerful to ever be effective members of the Avengers. Since the franchise’s beginnings, the movies of the MCU have introduced a wealth of Marvel Comics characters to the big screen. The nature of the franchise means that its many heroes and villains possess varying levels of power, ranging from the magical to the technological, with some possessing no actual power whatsoever. Naturally, balancing the respective power levels of the MCU’s characters is a major concern for the narrative integrity of the franchise.

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 14:10:17 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-characters-too-powerful-avengers/ Warning! This post contains SPOILERS for Loki season 2

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 14:00:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/loki-capable-incredible-feat-uatu-watcher-mcu/ Thanos might be dead in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and Kang’s fate remains uncertain - however, the Phase 5 movie The Marvels offered a glimpse at a mighty foe who could truly overpower the Avengers. Continuing the events of Ms. Marvel, the 2023 superhero comedy-drama offered a deeper dive into the militaristic alien race known as Kree. Their arch nemeses, the shapeshifting aliens Skrulls were already given a sympathetic portrayal in Captain Marvel. These depictions become more nuanced in Secret Invasion, which also introduced rebel Skrulls on Earth. While the Secret Invasion villain Gravik posed a major threat, he still possessed superhuman strength intrinsic to all Skrulls.

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 13:20:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/the-marvels-emperor-droge-comics-changes-history/ Vision is often overlooked as one of the most powerful heroes to ever grace the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The combined collective consciousness of Tony Stark, Bruce Banner, Ultron, Jarvis, and the Mind Stone itself, Vision proved himself to be a competent, significant, and courageous force for good, even if he was an artificial being. Though he only had three appearances across the mainline Marvel movies, Vision had plenty of chances to prove how powerful he was, wielding the awesome power of the mind stone.

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 13:00:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/vision-most-impressive-powers-feats-mcu/ It doesn't seem Captain America: Brave New World will be doing anything to make up for a four-year-old Steve Rogers controversy. When it comes to Bucky Barnes, the character has effectively been sidelined from what could have been a truly compelling story of redemption from his dark past as the Winter Soldier. While said story could still happen in the MCU's future, it doesn't look like Captain America 4 will be part of that potential.

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 21:30:20 GMT https://screenrant.com/steve-rogers-controversy-bucky-barnes-worse/ The costumes of Thor villains in the MCU rank among the most striking owing to the fact that Thor's mythos in the MCU surrounds the otherworldly Nine Realms. The costume designers of the MCU have their work cut out at the best of times, thanks to comic book heroes' penchant for extravagant designs. When dealing with the fashion sense of beings from entirely different planets on top of that, however, all cards are off the table as it is difficult to fathom what the denizens of Svartalfeim are likely to hang in their wardrobes.

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 20:30:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/all-11-thor-villain-costumes-in-the-mcu-ranked/ Though his depictions had its flaws, Zack Snyder had a big hand in shaping the DCEU and its most popular characters before it was cut short to give way to the DCU reboot - but his Superman dream could still become a reality in the MCU. Henry Cavill's Superman was largely a hit, even if the movies he appeared in weren't always as consistent. The praise was far from universal, however, as Superman and the wider DCEU drew criticism for being too dark, acting as an over-weighted counterbalance to the lighter MCU.

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 18:30:23 GMT https://screenrant.com/zack-snyder-superman-dream-sentry-thunderbolts-mcu/ One brilliant fan theory suggests Tom Hiddleston's Loki may revive a long-dead MCU hero in an effort to bring together Marvel Studios' New Avengers team in Phase 6. Following Avengers: Endgame and the conclusion of the MCU's Infinity Saga, the status of the Avengers team has been left uncertain, despite many new potential members being introduced in Phases 4 and 5. A new team of Avengers is expected to form to take on Kang the Conqueror in 2026's Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, and a popular fan theory suggests that Loki, in his new role as the multiverse's protector, will form this team, but he will need some help.

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 18:00:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/loki-revive-agent-coulson-avengers-5-theory/ Several actors have appeared in both Marvel and DC projects in a variety of movies and TV shows. Superhero movies saw a renaissance with the debut of the MCU in 2008, but the genre goes back decades. DC found themselves on top with popular Batman movies in the '80s and '90s, but since then, Marvel has stormed ahead and left DC trying to catch up. With reboots, spin-offs, and rights issues, it's difficult to keep track of every continuity taking place within the two franchises. DC is now running multiple different universes, but things are more complicated for Marvel as the MCU timeline is in the midst of the Multiverse Saga.

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 17:39:12 GMT https://screenrant.com/actors-roles-dc-marvel-movies-both/ Emma Stone was shocked to hear about Spider-Man: No Way Home's original Gwen Stacy plans. Stone last played Gwen in 2014's The Amazing Spider-Man 2, where the character sadly fell to her death. While her co-star, Andrew Garfield, returned in 2021's Spider-Man: No Way Home as his version of Peter Parker, Stone was nowhere to be seen in the Marvel Cinematic Universe flick. Recently, the MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios book revealed that Stone's Gwen and more characters were considered for Spider-Man: No Way Home in early drafts of the movie.

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 17:17:56 GMT https://screenrant.com/spider-man-no-way-home-gwen-stacy-emma-stone-reaction/ There may yet be a second Hulk solo movie in the future, as Marvel Cinematic Universe actor Mark Ruffalo chimes in on the chances of it happening. While his first MCU movie was a success, Bruce Banner never got The Incredible Hulk 2, especially after Ruffalo took over for Ed Norton and became a bigger player in the franchise. To this point, Ruffalo is the only original Avengers cast member who hasn't had his own solo project but has instead gone on to appear as a supporting character in other MCU movies and TV shows.

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 16:03:42 GMT https://screenrant.com/mark-ruffalo-new-mcu-hulk-movie-update/ Iman Vellani, star of Marvel Studios' Ms. Marvel and The Marvels, has suggested her idea for the Marvel Comics villain that could be introduced in a potential Ms. Marvel season 2. Iman Vellani debuted as Kamala Khan in Phase 4 of the MCU, a Jersey City teenager who becomes a superhero after an ancient, otherworldly bangle unlocks her latent mutant ability. Since her debut in 2022, Kamala Khan, a.k.a. Ms. Marvel, has taken on the Clandestines, the Department of Damage Control, and the Kree villain Dar-Benn, but Vellani has now posed her idea for the perfect villain for the as-yet-unconfirmed Ms. Marvel season 2.

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 15:05:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/ms-marvel-season-2-villain-iman-vellani/ An MCU theory concerning Spider-Man from Spider-Man: No Way Home has already been debunked by Avengers: Endgame. Spider-Man: No Way Home was undoubtedly one of the biggest MCU movies that was released after Avengers: Endgame. From the film's almost $2 billion box office haul to the endless excitement of seeing all three live-action Spider-Man actors on screen together, No Way Home proved to be the MCU's biggest event after the defeat of Thanos at the Battle of Earth, with the film subsequently becoming one of the highest-ranked MCU movies.

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 15:00:21 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-smart-hulk-spider-man-4-avengers-twist-prevent/ The perfect storyline for Tom Holland's Peter Parker in Marvel Studios' Spider-Man 4 has already been set up by the tragic events of Phase 4's Spider-Man: No Way Home. The development of Spider-Man 4 is in full swing, with meetings occurring between Marvel Studios executives and titular star Tom Holland, who has portrayed Peter Parker in the MCU since 2016's Captain America: Civil War. Since then, Holland has led a solo trilogy as Parker, comprising 2017's Homecoming, 2019's Far From Home and 2021's No Way Home, and these Spider-Man projects have been dubbed the "Home Trilogy". After Phase 4, however, Parker's next steps in Marvel Studios' Spider-Man 4 are unclear.

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 14:31:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/spider-man-mcu-venom-tragedy-saga/ The Amazing Spider-Man franchise star Andrew Garfield has revealed that he is a fan of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. Following seven years away from the role, the actor returned as his version of Peter Parker from The Amazing Spider-Man films to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe as a variant of Tom Holland's hero in Spider-Man: No Way Home. Through archival footage on Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, Garfield got to be in multiple Spider-Man movies again.

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 14:29:41 GMT https://screenrant.com/andrew-garfield-spider-man-across-the-spider-verse-praise/ Ryan Reynolds has decided to join in on the Deadpool 3 set photo leaks with his own collection of hysterical images. The Marvel Cinematic Universe movie has been suffering for some time with an influx of Deadpool 3 set photos leaking and revealing key elements of the film. Now, Reynolds hits back in classic Deadpool fashion, subverting expectations with his own batch of Deadpool 3 set photos, but there is a twist.

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 14:07:47 GMT https://screenrant.com/deadpool-3-set-photos-ryan-reynolds-spoilers-fake/ Loki season 2's shocking ending was surprisingly foreshadowed by Marvel months before it aired. The Marvel Cinematic Universe's foray into Disney+ has led to different levels of quality among several series, Special Presentations, and animated projects. However, the one MCU TV show that was an unbridled success from its very first episode to its final hour was definitely Loki. Following an MCU journey that was filled with trauma, Tom Hiddleston's Loki variant from the series developed from a selfish person into perhaps the most selfless MCU hero.

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 14:01:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/loki-season-2-poster-ending-foreshadow/ The Netflix heroes from the Marvel Cinematic Universe headline their own Disney+ shows through new fan-art. Charlie Cox is set to headline Daredevil: Born Again, making his version of Matt Murdock the first MCU character to ever get his second TV show, as the hero first starred in Netflix's Daredevil as part of the original Marvel TV division. Currently, Daredevil: Born Again is being redeveloped, as Marvel Studios decided to put the series into a creative overhaul after mixed reception from executives.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 21:50:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/marvel-netflix-mcu-shows-art/ Director Zack Snyder has revealed the Marvel Comics story that would convince him to join the MCU, and while it might be too dark for the franchise's main continuity, Marvel Studios already revealed the perfect way for this story to be told. As well as directing projects including Dawn of the Dead, 300, Army of the Dead and Rebel Moon, Zack Snyder achieved widespread recognition for his work in the DC Extended Universe. Although personal circumstances meant he couldn't complete his plans, Snyder delivered Man of Steel and Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. Since then, many have wondered what it would take to bring Zack Snyder to the MCU.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 19:00:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-zack-snyder-movie-dceu-issues-avoid/ Deadpool 3 is the only Marvel Cinematic Universe movie scheduled for release in 2024, but it looks poised to surpass a major box office milestone. A mix of the Hollywood writers' strike, SAF-AFTRA strikes, and a renewed effort by Marvel Studios and Disney to improve overall quality in the MCU has shaken up the next several years of MCU release dates. After the last batch of shifts, the currently filming Deadpool 3 is the only MCU movie still coming out next year.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 18:50:17 GMT https://screenrant.com/deadpool-3-mcu-box-office-30-billion-milestone/ Warning! This post contains possible SPOILERS for Deadpool 3

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 17:00:24 GMT https://screenrant.com/deadpool-3-loki-avengers-6-connection-theory-more-likely/ Warning: This article contains MAJOR SPOILERS for Deadpool 3!

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 15:30:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/deadpool-3-sabretooth-head-cut-off-x-men-origins/ It's no secret that the MCU has a Hulk issue that has been ongoing for 15 years, but it's not too late for Marvel to repeat a trick that helped to define Iron Man with the upcoming MCU movies. In contrast to most of his fellow founding Avengers, Hulk has only ever received one solo movie, which doubled as his introduction to the MCU. Even Avengers latecomers like Doctor Strange and Captain Marvel have each received two movies, while fellow founder Thor is set to be the most prolific superhero in cinema as he heads towards a potential Thor 5 film.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 13:40:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-hulk-iron-man-avenger-problem-trick-fix/ How Daredevil's pre-MCU solo series will fit into the MCU now that Daredevil: Born Again is en route remains a mystery - but it's one Zack Snyder's hand-picked MCU movie could certainly help to answer. Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk have been promoting their grand return to the MCU through several cameos/supporting roles over the last couple of years, but their appearances have left the canonicity of Netflix shows like Daredevil and The Defenders up in the air. Their omission from the Sacred Timeline of MCU events, for example, suggests that they are not canon - yet the similarities between their debut and recent appearances help to contradict that.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 13:20:14 GMT https://screenrant.com/snyder-daredevil-elektra-lives-again/ Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse is a good enough movie on its own, but a quick read-through of the script unearths a whole new layer of appreciation for the beloved multiversal adventure. So much works about Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse, from the industry-defining animation to the all-star voice performances. But without a solid foundation, all of these triumphs wouldn't stand nearly as brightly, resulting in one of the best Spider-Man movies ever made. Luckily, Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Dave Callaham all come together to forge a truly spectacular Spider-Man story that adds a new level of understanding to the film on its own.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 13:00:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/spider-man-across-verse-script-changes-movie/ Ryan Reynolds has shared a new plea asking fans not to spoil details of his upcoming MCU debut in 2024's Deadpool 3. Following Disney's acquisition of 20th Century Fox in 2019, Reynolds was quickly confirmed to be reprising the role of Wade Wilson, a.k.a. Deadpool, in the MCU proper, and he is currently the only actor that has been revealed to be making the move to the MCU permanently. Filming for Deadpool 3 began in May 2023, but took a hiatus during the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. With production resuming, however, several set photos have leaked, revealing new details about Deadpool 3 that the film's stars would rather keep quiet.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 12:14:55 GMT https://screenrant.com/deadpool-3-ryan-reynolds-mcu-not-spoil/ Deadpool comic book creator Rob Liefeld has confirmed the rumors about Brad Pitt's original Deadpool 2 role. Pitt ended up being part of Deadpool 2's cast in a minor cameo role, with the actor playing Vanisher for a single blink-and-you-miss-it moment. Now that Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool will be joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe in Deadpool 3, perhaps Pitt could return as a different Marvel character. While that does not happen, new details reveal that Pitt almost had a major role in Deadpool 2's story.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 11:58:07 GMT https://screenrant.com/deadpool-2-brad-pitt-cable-original-role-confirmed/ Avengers stars Robert Downey Jr. and Mark Ruffalo explain how they felt towards their "Science Bros" scenes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. RDJ debuted as Tony Stark in 2008's Iron Man, while Ruffalo replaced Edward Norton as the Hulk in 2012's The Avengers. The duo would go on to share the screen for many of the MCU's best movies after that, with the friendship between the two genius characters leading to them being dubbed the "Science Bros" by MCU fans.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 11:30:22 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-robert-downey-jr-mark-ruffalo-iron-man-hulk-roles-scientists/ The Blade reboot is moving forward, and Mahershala Ali gives an update about his Marvel Cinematic Universe movie. It has been almost half a decade since it was announced that Ali would play Blade in the MCU after having played Cornell Stokes on Luke Cage. Despite being one of the biggest surprises at San Diego Comic-Con in 2019, Ali's Blade film has faced multiple hurdles along the way, and principal photography has yet to begin.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 22:46:02 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-blade-movie-update-mahershala-ali/ The forthcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe TV series Ironheart may have filmed in 2022, but it could take up to three years to release on Disney+. Riri Williams, also known as Ironheart, debuted in 2022’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever as a prodigy who not only builds a device that detects vibranium but constructs an armored suit similar to those of Tony Stark. By the end of the movie, Williams constructs a new and far more advanced suit, allowing her to aid Wakanda in their battle with Namor’s forces. Although Williams returned her new suit of armor following Wakanda’s victory, she is expected to build a third suit and become Ironheart again in the Disney+ series Ironheart.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 22:20:23 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-ironheart-show-disney-plus-release-update/ As the anticipation for Deadpool 3 builds, set photos have remained the single greatest source of details for what audiences can expect to see when the film releases on July 26th. The third installment of Ryan Reynold's irreverent R-Rated superhero comedy series promises to bring the Merc with a Mouth into the fold of the MCU, possibly bringing the X-Men along with him. As the introduction of the X-Men into the MCU has been long-teased ever since Disney's historic acquisition of Fox Studios, many are keen to glean every ounce of detail possible from behind-the-scenes photos of Deadpool 3's production.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 21:30:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/deadpool-3-set-photos-reveals/ Warning! This article contains set photos that spoil several cameos in Deadpool 3.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 21:00:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/deadpool-3-sabretooth-survive-x-men-easter-egg/ Following two Phases without an Avengers movie, the Marvel Cinematic Universe will see a new team rise in Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, and while the film will pull from several projects, here is how to get ready for the new Avengers film in only 28 minutes. During the Infinity Saga, every MCU Phase would include at least one of Marvel's Avengers movies; however, the Multiverse Saga has changed that. Both MCU Phases 4 and 5 do not have an Avengers film, which has led to growing criticism related to how the MCU feels directionless at the moment. Thankfully, the upcoming Marvel movie slate includes not one but two Avengers films.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 20:40:17 GMT https://screenrant.com/avengers-kang-dynasty-watch-28-minutes/ The latest release schedule update from Disney seemingly confirms a suspected element of Daredevil: Born Again's production. Initially, Daredevil: Born Again was announced in May 2022 from writers Matt Corman and Chris Ord with the rebooted series starring Charlie Cox once again as the titular Man Without Fear. Expected to be part of Marvel's upcoming TV show slate in 2024, Daredevil: Born Again received ill-fated news in September 2023 when various reports seemed to indicate a significant delay to the show's production was inevitable.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 19:10:07 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-daredevil-show-marvel-release-update/ Two Marvel Cinematic Universe shows and an animated Marvel Studios series will be released on Disney+ in 2024 as Disney has finally confirmed which projects are coming out next. Following the end of Loki season 2, What If...? season 2 will be the final Phase 5 series for 2023, with the show airing an episode a day from December 22-30. However, with more shows and movies on the way, the Multiverse Saga is still getting started across TV and film.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 18:58:31 GMT https://screenrant.com/marvel-studios-shows-2024-release-disney/ New Deadpool 3 set photos reveal the Marvel Cinematic Universe movie's connection to the Fantastic Four and tease other exciting possible plot elements. Deadpool 3's story will involve the multiverse, as the movie will somehow bring back Hugh Jackman's Wolverine, as well as presumably see Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool arrive in the MCU. Deadpool 3's cast also includes the reported return of Jennifer Garner's Elektra and several rumored Marvel movie cameos, and new set photos reveal that a major Marvel team might play a role in the multiversal film.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 17:34:08 GMT https://screenrant.com/deadpool-3-set-photos-fantastic-four-tease/ Zack Snyder has revealed the one MCU project that he'd want to direct, focused on Marvel Comics antihero Elektra Natchios, but this project might be too dark for Marvel Studios' family-friendly franchise. Since his popular work in the DC Extended Universe and his continued development in science fiction, action and space opera projects such as the upcoming Rebel Moon, Zack Snyder has been a director that many want to see tackle a live-action project in the MCU. While Zack Snyder's involvement with Marvel Studios is currently nothing more than wishful thinking, the acclaimed director has revealed one Marvel Comics storyline that could convince him to join the ever-growing superhero universe.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 17:00:21 GMT https://screenrant.com/snyder-daredevil-elektra-lives-again-dark-mcu/ Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is Harrison Ford's last appearance in the franchise before joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and the movie has a lot of connections between the two franchises. Ford made the decision to return as Indiana Jones for a fifth and final movie years ago as part of his trend of returning to his existing franchises. Now that he has run through most of them, the actor has turned his focus toward joining the biggest one in Hollywood. This has come through the confirmation that Harrison Ford will play Thunderbolt Ross in the MCU.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 16:15:23 GMT https://screenrant.com/indiana-jones-dial-destiny-marvel-connection-harrison-ford/ Although the Marvel Cinematic Universe has often been criticized for repeatedly including fake-out deaths, the reality is that both reversible and permanent deaths are key elements of the superhero mythos. Which Avengers died permanently, survived, and could still return are equally important to the overarching themes that hold up the MCU. That said, in the infinite multiverse where ancient magicks, futuristic technologies, and countless Multiverse variants allow for any dead Marvel characters to somehow return, permanent superhero deaths hold considerably more weight for audiences. This can be observed in how dead Avengers continue to shape the direction of the MCU timeline.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 16:10:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/marvel-mcu-heroes-characters-killed-off-dead/ New Deadpool 3 set photos tease some recognizable Marvel Cinematic Universe Easter eggs as Wade Wilson gets ready to join the franchise. Unlike 2023, 2024 will only have a few Marvel movies released, and when it comes to the MCU, Deadpool 3 will be the only outing for Phase 5. However, Deadpool 3 will be one of the biggest deals in Phase 5 as Ryan Reynolds' X-Men character is returning to the big screen despite the old X-Men cinematic universe being over.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 14:26:24 GMT https://screenrant.com/deadpool-3-moon-knight-captain-america-easter-eggs/ The conflict between Iron Man and Captain America won’t be the only Civil War conflict in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and The Avengers set up the next Civil War a decade before it started. The MCU has seen a variety of conflicts between heroes, villains, aliens, and more throughout its five phases so far, and one of the most memorable ones happened in Captain America: Civil War. The Iron Man vs Captain America conflict marked a turning point in the MCU’s history, but it was only the first of its kind in this connected universe.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 14:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/nick-fury-the-avengers-secret-invasion-bad-ending-war/ The Marvel Cinematic Universe is one of the biggest franchises of all time, making it hard to position the Marvel movies in order to watch. At this stage, rewatching the franchise in full requires some serious homework, so some may choose instead to stick to the best MCU movies and TV shows instead. That is particularly true when you consider how much Marvel Studios' creatives have tinkered with the timeline, retconning things along the way. Luckily though, anyone looking for how to watch the Marvel movies in order do have a road map provided by the films themselves.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 13:18:14 GMT https://screenrant.com/marvel-movies-in-order/ A worthy Loki reunites with Thor in an emotional Marvel Cinematic Universe fan-art. The Asgardian Princes have been separated since the Sacred Timeline's Loki died in Avengers: Infinity War. Thanks to the multiverse, however, Marvel Studios was able to find a way to bring back Tom Hiddleston to play his fan-favorite character by making him a variant. While his primary counterpart took years to be redeemed, his new iteration only needed a couple of TV seasons to make up for all of his trespasses.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 13:00:23 GMT https://screenrant.com/loki-thors-mcu-reunion-art-finally-makes-loki-worthy/ There are several major villains who could replace Kang the Conqueror in the MCU Phase 7. While smaller-scale villains are pitted against MCU heroes during their solo projects, each of Marvel Studios' Sagas feature a major villain who poses a threat over the course of several years. For the Infinity Saga, Thanos filled this role, with his quest to collect and use the Infinity Stones being teased throughout Phases 1, 2, and 3. After Thanos' defeat in Avengers: Endgame, Kang the Conqueror and his variants were unleashed on the MCU timeline, informing stories that will come to a head in Phase 6's Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and Avengers: Secret Wars.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 12:42:14 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-phase-7-major-marvel-villain-after-kang/ Disney has confirmed that Kathryn Hahn will return as Agatha Harkness in Agatha: Darkhold Diaries in 2024, releasing as part of Phase 5 of the MCU. Kathryn Hahn first appeared as Salem witch Agatha Harkness in 2021's WandaVision, introduced as an antagonist who was interested in stealing the power of the Scarlet Witch for herself. At the end of WandaVision, however, Elizabeth Olsen's Wanda Maximoff defeated Agatha, trapping her as Agnes, her nosy neighbor persona. Despite this, Hahn was confirmed to be returning in Marvel Studios' Agatha: Darkhold Diaries, and though a specific release date has yet to be announced, audiences don't have to wait long for more Agatha Harkness.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 12:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/agatha-darkhold-diaries-release-mcu-2024-confirm/ Sony's upcoming Spider-Man Noir TV show is moving forward as it lands a new co-showrunner for the upcoming Marvel series on MGM+/Prime Video. With Spider-Man movies conquering the big screen, Sony is prepping multiple live-action Spider-Verse TV shows for MGM+, with a deal to also air on Prime Video, as they look to bring more iconic Spider-Man heroes to life. Little is known about the project, including whether Nicolas Cage will be cast as Spider-Man Noir. Due to the Writers Guild of America and SAG-AFTRA strike that were occupying the majority of 2023, it forced Sony to put pause on those TV shows.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 21:19:06 GMT https://screenrant.com/spider-man-noir-tv-show-showrunner/ Though plenty of Earth's Mightiest Heroes have already found a satisfying ending in the MCU, one original team member has been a bit caught in narrative limbo. However, thanks to a few MCU Phase 4 projects, Marvel Studios has a perfect template to bring this hero back to prominence and give them the satisfying closure they deserve. The movies of the MCU timeline have done an unprecedented job developing dozens of characters over multiple projects, and given the Herculean size of the Marvel movie universe on big and small screens, it's no surprise a few have fallen a bit by the wayside.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 20:40:22 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-scarlet-witch-villain-twist-save-hulk/ What Loki accomplished during the season 2 finale of his titular Disney+ series is nothing short of incredible, and he actually achieved something a specific Thor villain could only dream of. Loki's character arc throughout the MCU has centered on themes of identity and purpose. After being adopted from a warring planet and growing up in the shadow of his older, charismatic brother Thor, Loki spent most of his life unsure of what he was meant to do with it. He initially believed his purpose was to rule Asgard, like Thor, and tried to conquer other realms, only to fail miserably.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 20:21:20 GMT https://screenrant.com/loki-season-2-accomplish-hela-ragnarok-goal/ The Marvel Cinematic Universe is not the box office powerhouse it once was, resulting in 2023 marking two years since the franchise's last billion-dollar earner. As 2023 draws to a close, Marvel Studios have faced a year of historic financial lows, with no release cracking the one billion dollar mark since 2021's Spider-Man: No Way Home. The MCU has contributed to Disney's abysmal 2023 performance in theaters, warranting close examination as to what exactly is keeping so many seats empty at the movies.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 20:00:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-movies-no-billion-dollar-box-office-explained/ Finding characters way more powerful than individual MCU Avengers isn't impossible, but the impending arrival of the X-Men from their respective movies has made the task a lot easier. As the Avengers have proved time and again, there are precious few who can stand up to their combined might - though the combined force of the X-Men would give them a run for their money. One-on-one, meanwhile, would not end well for many single Avengers, at least as far as these particular X-Men from Fox's X-Men franchise are concerned.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 19:40:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/x-men-movie-characters-more-powerful-than-avengers/ A new Deadpool 3 photo reveals a great look at Ryan Reynolds' Wade Wilson and the new character Dogpool. As a member of the Deadpool Corps in the comics, Dogpool's inclusion in the movie adds other team members to the list of rumored characters that could be part of Deadpool 3's cast. The new official image comes just after new Deadpool 3 set photos confirmed the return of another Fox X-Men character.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 19:08:44 GMT https://screenrant.com/deadpool-3-set-photo-ryan-reynolds-makeup-dogpool/ Robert Downey Jr. gets blunt when asked if he is anything like his Marvel Cinematic Universe character, Tony Stark, in real life. Downey debuted as Stark in 2008's Iron Man, with the character having died in 2019's Avengers: Endgame. Downey's Iron Man became one of the MCU's most beloved characters — if not the fan favorite — in large part due to the actor's charm in the role. Given the fact that the actor is known for having a somewhat similar past to the character, the personal connection between RDJ and Tony Stark has been raised time and again, but it seems the actor is not really fond of the connection.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 18:01:44 GMT https://screenrant.com/robert-downey-jr-tony-stark-similarities/ Marvel Studios has included several moments of singing and dancing in the world of the Marvel Cinematic Universe to bring fun, excitement, and musicality to the ever-expanding franchise. Marvel Studios has become well-known for using brilliantly-curated soundtracks to heighten the action of the MCU, such as the rock backing track to Tony Stark's adventures as Iron Man, the retro music of the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, and a 1990s rewind for 2019's Captain Marvel. However, the MCU also includes a variety of song and dance moments where characters use music in-universe, and this continues to bring a light-heartedness to the MCU that keeps the growing story fresh and interesting.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 18:00:24 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-mcu-song-dance-moments/ New Deadpool 3 set photos reinforce an R-rated fan theory about the MCU movie's multiversal plot. Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool is coming to the MCU in Phase 5's Deadpool 3, and he's bringing other characters from Fox's X-Men universe with him. Deadpool and Wolverine's reunion is all but confirmed, but Hugh Jackman's Wolverine won't be the only multiversal character Deadpool will meet in his MCU debut. Marvel Studios has access to Fox's whole library of Marvel characters, so heroes and villains from previous Fox-Marvel productions can also be part of Deadpool 3's large cast.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 16:50:20 GMT https://screenrant.com/deadpool-3-fox-universe-dark-theory/ With a massive laundry list of movies and shows now in its roster, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has seen a huge number of characters come and go through the years - some more violently than others. Whether it be a heroic sacrifice to save their friends or being turned to dust by a snap from Thanos, a whole host of characters have met their demise one way or another.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 16:40:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/mcu-surprisingly-brutal-deaths-of-minor-characters/ The Marvel Cinematic Universe is filled with memorable and fascinating characters, but few get as complex a story as the Marvel God of Mischief, Loki. Loki began as a cunning villain, and over time, developed into an antihero who gradually earned his redemption, culminating in one of the MCU's most unique and distinct character arcs. In all the stages of this development, Tom Hiddleston made Loki a charming, charismatic, delightfully sarcastic, and unpredictable figure.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 15:30:23 GMT https://screenrant.com/marvel-cinematic-universe-best-loki-quotes/