Wow! Today was the day, Marvel fans! The President of Marvel Studios was given a panel at a Disney Investor meeting, and boy did he deliver! Many new Marvel shows, a few new movies, and even, the announcement of an unknown character that has everybody excited. This article will speak on all of the major news, so keep reading to learn more.
The first thing that Feige announced was one of the most expected. Elizabeth Olsen's Wanda Maximoff will be getting her own TV show that will be streaming directly onto Disney's new platform, Disney+. What is a surprise is that the show is titled WandaVision. Yes, Paul Bettany's The Vision seems to be returning, though how remains uncertain. Along with announcing this exciting new show, Feige gave fans a first look at it. Yes, a trailer for this show was displayed for all to see. It is easily accessible on YouTube to anyone who has not seen it but still wants to. What came as a great surprise to many is that WandaVision will be premiering on Disney+ in a little over a month! That's right, this new show will release on January 15th!
As a direct tie-in to Elizabeth Olsen's role as Wanda Maximoff in this new series, Feige went on to speak about a sequel to Doctor Strange. He started off by stating that Elizabeth Olsen is "in London right now. She's shooting Doctor Strange: In the Multiverse of Madness." It is slightly surprising that the Scarlett Witch will find herself in the company of Steven Strange, but it is safe to assume that events will occur in Wandavision that will make this more understandable. Either way, few will complain at another chance to see Elizabeth Olsen's incredible talent as she continues to bring Wanda Maximoff to life.
The next show that Feige announced came as a surprise to some, though considering the ending that Avengers: Endgame gave these two characters, it does make sense. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier will be a special event series following the actions and adventures of Anthony Mackie's Sam Wilson and Sebastian Stan's James Barnes. Feige gave fans yet another pleasant surprise when he revealed a trailer for this show, as well. It is accessible to anyone on YouTube if they wish to view it.
Fans were finally given an update on Black Widow! The film starring Scarlett Johansson's Natasha Romanoff has seen itself delayed multiple times due to unknown circumstances, but Marvel has maintained that the movie is ready for audiences to see. Feige placed a new release date on the film, setting it for theatrical release on July 9th, 2021.
The next announcement pertained to Tom Hiddleston's iconic God of Mischief, Loki. It comes as some surprise that Loki will be getting his own show, though it makes sense considering what happened in Avengers: Endgame. For those fans who do not know, the Avengers were forced to travel back in time in a drastic and last-ditch attempt to save the billions of lifeforms that Thanos killed with the Infinity Stones. In the process of doing so, the Space Stone found its way into Loki's hands and he vanished from the scene. Apparently, he teleported right into his own show. The show will co-star Owen Wilson, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Sophia Di Martino, Wunmi Mosaku, and Richard E. Grant.
To the surprise of every Marvel fan, Feige then announced the conceptual, animated series What If...? The show's context is self-evident in the title, though it does take a little explaining to fully comprehend. Essentially, the show will provide fans an opportunity to see how the MCU could have played out if some things had been different. Some examples of things the show will address according to the teaser is what if Captain America woke up from the ice as a zombie, what if Peggy Carter was given the super serum rather than Steve Rodgers, what if T'Challa was raised by Yondu and become Star-Lord, and so much more!
The next thing announced by Feige was a new movie, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Even though Feige mentioned that production was just wrapped on this movie, little information is known about it at the moment, beyond the cast. Simu Liu will star in the movie, playing the role of Shang-Chi. Awkwafina will play a character named Katy, Tony Leung will play Wenwu, and Michelle Yeoh will play Jiang Nah.
This is when Kevin Feige fell quiet. The lights around him darkened and the screen behind him slowly shifted into an image of the night sky. Slowly, a low laugh began to ring through the presentation, sending a shiver down the spines of everyone watching. A moment later, the laugh trailed off and Feige began to speak. "The Marvel Cinematic Universe has been moving steadily upward from the moment it began. The adaption of so many phenomenal comic-book characters into live-action has created a universe that is unlikely to ever be matched. As each movie was released, a single building block was put down, raising the MCU toward a culmination event. That event was Avengers: Endgame. Now, as Marvel moves in a new direction and introduces many familiar faces from the comics, a major decision had to be made."
At that moment, Feige paused, clasping his hands and taking a breath. "After a great deal of thought, we at Marvel Studios are thrilled to announce a new movie coming exclusively to theaters in the summer of 2022, Liliana. Now, I know what many of you are thinking. Who is Liliana? Well, that is part of the reason this was such a big decision. We have decided to move forward with a show that is not adapting from anything. This show will be stepping into new territory for us at Marvel Studios. However, we feel as though this series is in safe hands, as the awe-inspiring, mind-bending mastermind of masterpieces such as Interstellar and Inception will be the head writer. Yes, Christopher Nolan has agreed to helm this series. His genius is sometimes tough to comprehend, but he always finds a way to amaze the audiences that view his films, along with finding new and exciting ways to view common concepts. I know that many will question why an actor of his caliber and stature deemed this story as one worthy of his abilities. My response to that, wait and see this movie."
A slow smile appeared on Feige's face at that moment as he unclasped his hands, placing them at his sides. "Along with that, I am thrilled to introduce to you, Aquila Daniels. This woman will be playing the title role, and we cannot wait to see how she brings this character to life. Her phenomenal talents as an actress will be on full display in the summer of 2022, so be ready."
For the readers that wish to read about the rest of the panel, please continue to part two of the article at the link provided below.
Published December 10th, 2020.
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aquiladaniels: "You can't lock up the darkness." #liliana #marvel #confirmed
brielarson: Are you kidding me?! A million times, yes! I cannot wait to see you shock the world!
chrishemsworth: Liliana, huh? Welcome to the MCU, Aquila!
jodiemcomer: YES! I cannot believe I am just finding out about this! Why didn't you tell me sooner!?
↳aquiladaniels: I think you already know the answer to that. I had no desire to get a sniper bullet in the head from some Marvel agent tasked with keeping me quiet.
↳prattprattpratt: @markruffalo @tomholland Can either of you confirm? Did you ever receive a sniper bullet in the head from Marvel? If so, how are you still alive? If not, why?
↳markruffalo: That was totally uncalled for, Chris.
↳tomholland2013: Alright, Chris. Tbh, I don't know why I haven't gotten shot for all that I've said. Or, at the very least, fired. I mean, get your priorities straight, Marvel...
florencepugh: Why did I find myself starring into your eyes in the above photo for about five minutes?
↳aquiladaniels: Why did I stare at my reflection in the mirror for the first ten minutes that I was in this look? These are questions we may never know the answer to.
haileesteinfeld: Wow. And I thought my role as Kate Bishop was cool...🙄
↳aquiladaniels: @haileesteinfeld That isn't funny. Kate Bishop was literally my favorite Marvel character when I was growing up. I will not tolerate slander on her name.
marvelstudios: 🖤
user1: I think the concept of this show is interesting, the lead actress is extremely talented, and the writer/director is legendary. All in all, I'm excited!
↳user2: @user1 No one cares about Marvel. DC>Marvel.
↳user3: @user2 Ratio.
↳user4: Lmao, @user3 That's a W.
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