Get ready, Marvel fans! The rumor mill is churning, and the latest whispers from the MCU are painting a picture of what's to come, including details on Avengers: Doomsday, Blade, and more. Let's dive in!
It seems the next couple of years will be a bit of a holding pattern for Marvel Studios. With Daredevil: Born Again Season 3 confirmed for 2027 and only three movies—Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Avengers: Doomsday, and Avengers: Secret Wars—slated between now and 2028, the studio is keeping things under wraps. But that hasn't stopped the rumors from swirling, thanks to sources like Alex Perez from The Cosmic Circus.
So, what's the buzz? Be warned, spoilers for Marvel Studios' Multiverse Saga may follow!
Gamora's Role: While Gamora isn't expected to appear in Avengers: Doomsday, her existence as a variant from 2014 will be used to highlight how the barriers between universes are breaking down. This is a fascinating concept, as it explores the consequences of the multiverse in the upcoming films.
Star-Lord's Uncertain Fate: Originally slated to be involved, Star-Lord's status in Avengers: Doomsday is now uncertain. This could mean a smaller role or even a complete absence.
OG Characters Return: With Chris Evans and Hayley Atwell all but confirmed for Avengers: Doomsday, Marvel Studios is keeping many original characters under wraps. The trailer may tease these characters, similar to how Professor X was revealed in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. But here's where it gets controversial... the sneak peek is expected to showcase both the new and original teams.
Thor's Pivotal Role: Thor is rumored to be a lead character in Avengers: Doomsday. His storyline will begin as a subplot but will merge with the main plot earlier than in Avengers: Infinity War. The God of Thunder will face significant challenges throughout the film. "To quote Frank Ocean," the scooper writes,"what’s a God to a non-believer?" This quote suggests a potential crisis of faith or a test of Thor's powers.
Hints and Mysteries: Other rumors include the Maximoff family's ability to create pocket dimensions, Shuri's attempt to remove the Mind Stone from Vision while preserving his personality in VisionQuest, and Hulk's potential to remain savage in Avengers: Doomsday. These hints add layers of complexity to the upcoming storylines.
Defenders' Return: The Defenders from Netflix are still in play, especially with Krysten Ritter's return as Jessica Jones in Daredevil: Born Again Season 2. Could we see more of these beloved characters?
Blade's Delay: Blade, initially set for release earlier this month, has been pushed back. The delay allows the studio to incorporate it into the next saga. This is the part most people miss... the studio is taking the time to make sure this project is done right.
Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled for release on December 18, 2026, with Avengers: Secret Wars arriving on December 17, 2027.
What do you think of these rumors? Are you excited about the direction the MCU is heading? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Do you agree or disagree with the rumors? Let's discuss!
