Kat Dennings has been digging through some wonderfully strange stories from her career lately, and I’m starting to think somebody should just hand her a microphone and let her work through the entire résumé. Her latest takes us back to the original Thor, where Darcy Lewis famously introduced herself to the God of Thunder by electrocuting him. Apparently, Chris Hemsworth wasn’t the only person getting zapped.

In a TikTok shared by Dennings, the actress recalled discovering that the Taser used while filming the 2011 Marvel movie was police-grade. For reasons that probably made perfect sense for about three seconds, she volunteered to fire it herself. You can hear her recount the story in the video below.

If it's been a while since you watched Kenneth Branagh’s Thor, you’re in luck: it’s streaming with a Disney+ subscription. But if you need a refresher, don’t worry, I'll feed you, baby bird. Darcy is Jane Foster’s sarcastic intern, and she responds to an increasingly agitated, newly mortal Thor by tasing him.

For an insert shot of Darcy firing the weapon, production planned to use a hand double. The House Bunny veteran actress had other ideas. She decided that on her last day of shooting, she'd step in and do the job herself. She explained:

The crew surrounded the camera with heavy felt curtains to catch the Taser’s barbs and positioned Dennings behind a metal C-stand. A neon X on the camera’s matte box gave her something to aim at. Then somebody apparently made the mistake of telling her she probably couldn’t hit it. She continued:

That is an incredible reward for accuracy. Thor wakes up confused and starts demanding answers, and Darcy responds to the increasingly agitated stranger with a Taser. It is one of those early-MCU jokes that tells you almost everything you need to know about Darcy in about 10 seconds. What I did not know was that the weapon itself apparently had considerably more bite than your average movie prop.

The finished gag already works because Darcy barely hesitates before dropping a guy claiming to be The God of Thunder in the New Mexico desert. Now I’ll be watching it knowing Dennings accidentally conducted her own very hands-on test of the prop.

As memorable as her time in the first film was, Darcy only returned briefly in Thor: The Dark World, but the character eventually came back years later for WandaVision. By then, Darcy had gone from a political science student hanging around astrophysicists to Dr. Darcy Lewis, helping unravel what Wanda Maximoff was doing to Westview. Thankfully, there doesn't seem to have been any shocking on-set mishaps while making that MCU show.

Dennings hasn't only been using TikTok to dig up Marvel stories; she's also using the platform to share some other tidbits from her other projects, including some very candid memories from 2 Broke Girls. It has become a strange little career archaeology project, and I hope she keeps excavating.

The actress's Thor anecdote has permanently changed the way I’ll watch Darcy drop Odinson in the desert. Chris Hemsworth may have been acting, but behind the scenes, Kat Dennings was actually getting tased.

The MCU is known for its tight security, with its cast and crew tasked with guarding the secrets of each upcoming Marvel movie and TV show. All eyes are on what The Russo Brothers have up their sleeves for Avengers: Doomsday, and Sebastian Stan is shocked that Chris Evans was confirmed to return as Captain America. As a fan who has spent years watching the Marvel movies in order I have to agree.

What we know about Avengers: Doomsday is extremely limited, and the return of Steve Rogers is one reason why anticipation is so high. Chris Evans wasn't originally included in the Doomsday cast list, but we've already seen footage of his return as Captain America. In a clip from Happy Sad Confused podcast host Josh Horowitz's Instagram, Stan got real about his reaction to this reveal, offering:

Ouch. Chris Evans might be making Marvel fans' days by returning as Steve Rogers, but the reality of filming Doomsday sounds super isolating. His role was top-secret, which meant he had to be housed away from the movie's announced cast. News of his role broke the internet, so maybe it was worth it. Still, Sebastian Stan is shook that the studio revealed his role so long before it actually arrives in theaters this December.

Avengers: Doomsday's trailer showed some brief footage of Steve Rogers, who is wearing casual clothes rather than a Captain America suit. Luckily he'll be wielding Mjolnir, which he famously did in Endgame's final battle. Later in the same interview, Stan revealed a conversation he had with Evans about his surprise role, saying:

I don't know about you, but I'm dying to hear Evans' recollection of shooting Doomsday. It would have absolutely gone viral if his role was revealed, but the studio was able to control that narrative. Although Sebastian Stan is still shocked that his inclusion was revealed so long before the next Avengers movie was released.

Fans are eager to see how the MCU's heroes will react to Steve Rogers' return, especially Anthony Mackie's Sam Wilson and Sebastian Stan's Bucky. The latter actor didn't reveal what's going to happen when they reunite in Doomsday, but he did speak about the unique challenge of bringing his signature character to life in the crossover event. In his words:

This sounds like a funny dynamic, and I'm suddenly even more excited to see how Bucky interacts with the entire teams of heroes that will be part of Doomsday. Namely The Avengers, The Fantastic Four, the X-Men, and the New Avengers aka Thunderbolts. He's currently part of the lineup for the latter, but Bucky's got history with plenty of other characters as well.

All will be revealed when Avengers: Doomsday hits theaters on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list. Hopefully Sebastian Stan's character doesn't get killed off so we can see more of his dynamics with the rest of the shared universe's heroes.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is a behemoth franchise, one that continues to be wildly popular both in theaters and streaming with a Disney+ subscription. While fans are looking forward to the Avengers: Doomsday, those who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order were recently treated to Endgame returning to theaters. The studio posted a video thanking fans for it beating Avatar and becoming the highest grossing movie of all time (again), and some fan responses were excellent.

Avengers: Endgame's re-release crushed at the box office, allowing The Russo Brothers' blockbuster to once again overtake Avatar's record. This is partly thanks to Endgame: Encore's new scenes, which got folks re-watching on the big screen. You can see how the studio celebrated this accomplishment below:

Endgame has once again beaten the first Avatar movie, and is the highest-grossing movie of all time. This is understandably something for the studio to celebrate, especially given recent box office bombs like The Marvels. And it might be an indication as to how well Avengers: Doomsday is ultimately going to do when it's released in December.

Fans are sounding off in the comments section of this post, but there's one in particular that really cracked me up. It's a joke about how James Cameron might react to Endgame winning, which you can read below:

I'm sorry, but this really had me LOLing. Cameron and the Russos seem to have a good attitude about their movies' competition, but it's funny to imagine the Titanic visionary suddenly getting to work on the Avatar franchise in order to retake the top spot. If Endgame can add a few scenes for the Encore addition, why can't James Cameron do the same for the first Avatar film?

The above comment isn't the only funny one that was posted in response to Marvel's announcement. There were a number of other memorable ones in the comments section, some of which include:

• Bro went from "I love you 3000" to "I've destroyed 3000 universes" 😭🥀
• Give it two months, see what happens
• "We won, Mr. Stark."
• You’re welcome🥱❤️ jus show why Thor was crying tho

The last comment was a reference to Deadpool & Wolverine, which also performed well at the box office. In one scene at the TVA we see Thor crying over Deadpool, with both Ryan Reynolds' character and the audience begging for more context. We'll just have to see if that ends up happening in Avengers: Doomsday or another one of the other upcoming Marvel movies.

Avengers Endgame: Encore is in theaters now as part of the 2026 movie release list, and Doomsday will follow suit on December 18th. We'll just have to see if it ends up having the same wild success as the last Avengers flick.

I have seen Avengers: Endgame enough times that Natasha Romanoff and Clint Barton fighting over who gets to throw themselves off Vormir seems obvious, and it doesn’t quite have the emotional weight it once did. Black Widow wins the terrible argument, Hawkeye gets the Soul Stone, and I spend the next hour wondering why Natasha never got the same kind of extended farewell Tony Stark received. Apparently, that outcome wasn't always locked in, and Hawkeye nearly was the one killed off.

During an Avengers: Endgame Encore Q&A (via Forbes), contributor Tim Lammers and screenwriter Stephen McFeely revealed that they actually tried a version where Hawkeye died instead, but some women at Marvel reacted immediately, and it changed the writers’ thinking. The writers were understandably nervous about killing one of the MCU’s most prominent women, so they tested the opposite outcome, but it didn’t land with the women in the office. McFeely explained:

I love that somebody apparently intercepted McFeely in a hallway over this, and I get their argument. Killing Hawkeye could have spared Natasha, sure. Still, it also would have handed Clint the huge redemptive sacrifice after Endgame spent much of its opening turning him into the murderous Ronin. Natasha had spent years trying to balance her own ledger. Letting her choose the Avengers over herself gives her agency in how that story ends, even if I still wish Marvel had given everyone more time to deal with losing her.

That remains my biggest frustration with the Vormir sequence. Ultimately, Natasha’s Endgame story culminates in her death; the surviving Avengers mourn her briefly, but Endgame has roughly a thousand other things to accomplish before the credits roll, so the film moves on quickly. McFeely knows it. He continued:

The writers did try to keep Natasha present after Vormir, but Avengers: Endgame ultimately builds toward Tony Stark’s sacrifice, with his death becoming the emotional centerpiece of the finale. By that point, there's simply not much room left to give Natasha a bigger farewell.

She eventually got a solo movie that works, in many ways, as a belated swan song. Still, I would have preferred a more substantial goodbye in the final major Marvel movie she appeared in chronologically by release.

Now, seven years later, I still think Natasha deserved more space. But knowing Marvel seriously considered killing Hawkeye instead makes the Vormir sequence even more interesting. Somewhere along the way, people at Marvel watched Clint fall from that cliff and basically told the writers, “Absolutely not.” And Natasha still got her sacrificial moment.

For better or worse, Clint kept his appointment with television, starring in his own series titled Hawkeye, which is streamable for everyone with a Disney+ subscription. Also, check out Avengers: Endgame using that same subscription to prepare for the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, which opens in theaters on December 18 amid the 2026 movie schedule.

Mike Colter has played quite a few roles over the course of his career, but his turn as Luke Cage in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is arguably what he’s best known for. Plenty of fans were disappointed when the character’s eponymous show was canceled in 2018 after two seasons at Netflix. Colter’s Cage has since returned, though, having done so in the Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 finale and will return in Season 3. Now, Colter is opening up to CinemaBlend about why his reprisal feels as weird as one might expect.

Ahead of Cage’s return amid the 2026 TV schedule, it’d been some time since he’d shown up in the MCU, with his last notable appearance coming in Jessica Jones’ series finale in 2019. Now, Colter is in a position to not only play Power Man again but to reunite with co-stars Krysten Ritter (Jones), Finn Jones (Danny Rand/Iron Fist) and of course, Charlie Cox (Matt Murdock/Daredevil). While promoting his new show, Cupertino, Colter spoke out his DD Season 3 experience and what it was like being back with his castmates:

Talk about experiencing déjà vu. However, Colter also said this about his long-hoped-for MCU reunion:

Personally, I can understand why it would be a bit jarring for Colter to be back in Cage’s shoes so many years after getting out of them. I mean, playing the character again after being away from him for several years is one thing, but also joining his fellow Defenders for DD Season 3 is a whole other surreal layer. So I think a “time warp” – not one caused by the time travel established in Avengers: Endgame – is a fitting way to sum up the feeling. In spite of that, it seems like the Evil alum had a good time.

Before Cage’s return was confirmed, Colter spoke quite frequently about the prospect of it happening (even whilst keeping his reprisal a secret). Colter gave fans hope this past January when he teased that he’d had “conversations” with Marvel about returning. Not long after, the actor also said that if he returned as Cage, he’d want to explore his position as the “Sheriff of Harlem” even more. Now that he is officially back, Colter is grateful, though it’s also made for an interesting work schedule for him:

It’s my hope that Cage won’t be doing next to nothing in Daredevil Season 3, which will be the show’s last. Fans probably shouldn’t worry on that front, though, as everything that’s been teased about the season thus far suggests it’s going to close out the show on a high note. I’m still bummed up about it getting canceled, but I’m feeling better after hearing Matthew Lillard (who plays Mr. Charles) call the final season “explosive.”

Needless to say, I’m pumped to see how Mike Colter and the other Defenders alums figure into the narrative. Also, once the season drops, I’m eager to hear some other BTS tidbits about what it was like for Colter to shoot specific scenes with his castmates. We’ll see what happens with the bulletproof do-gooder when Daredevil: Born Again Season 3 premieres in March 2027 and, in the meantime, stream the first two seasons as well as Luke Cage with a Disney+ subscription.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is always expanding, thanks to exciting titles arriving in theaters and streaming with a Disney+ subscription. The latter brought us Daredevil: Born Again, which will be ending with its upcoming third season. I'm super bummed that the series is ending so soon, but Matthew Lillard's comments about Season 3 are making me feel a little better.

Season 2 of Born Again introduced Lillard's Mr. Charles, who was revealed to be working for Julia Louis-Dreyfus' Valentina Allegra de Fontaine. He'll be back for the third and final chapter of the show, and during an interview with ComicBook the Scream icon hyped up what's to come. In his words:

Lillard dropped the name of showrunner/creator/producer Dario Scardapane, who has been at the head of Daredevil: Born Again since it debuted on Disney+. When it was revealed that the show was ending in Season 3, it came with the news that Scardapane was not going to be involved in the post-production process. It's still unclear how that might affect the show's final season on the air.

Despite the questions surrounding the showrunner's involvement, Matthew Lillard's comments may help to quell the concerns of critics who are worried about how Born Again's third season will go down. Specifically calling it "explosive" and hyping up how it'll shatter fan expectations. Bring on all the Marvel goodness!

Despite the show's ending being in sight, there's been a ton of hype surrounding the third season of Daredevil: Born Again. Namely because the show will include the reunion of The Defenders, aka the heroes from the Marvel Netflix shows. Fans were thrilled when Krysten Ritter returned as Jessica Jones last season, and then Mike Colter got a cameo as Luke Cage. They'll both be back for Season 3, alongside Finn Jones' Iron Fist. So it certainly seems like the new Daredevil show will be going out on a high note.

As much as I'd like to see Born Again continue for a long run on Disney+, Matthew Lillard's above comments about the third season are giving me hope that it'll end with a bang. It was already tough when Netflix cancelled all of its Marvel shows back in the day, and I'd hate to see The Man Without Fear's story end unceremoniously once again.

It's currently unclear when Daredevil: Born Again will return for its third and final season, but it would make sense if it happened sometime in 2027. For now, fans can re-watch the first two season over on Disney+.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is still going strong nearly two decades in, with new projects arriving in theaters and streaming with a Disney+ subscription. Right now fans who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order are counting down the days until Avengers: Doomsday arrives in theaters this December. As we wait for the upcoming Marvel movie's arrival, Chris Evans picked his ultimate lineup for Earth's Mightiest Heroes. I've got to say he made some solid points.

What we know about Avengers: Doomsday is limited, but the Captain America teaser confirmed that Evans is returning to his signature role. In a clip from Fan Expo Boston's Instagram, the 45-year-old actor revealed the Avengers team he'd personally put together, offering:

Honestly, he made some excellent choices. Evans wasn't fooling around when choosing his own Avengers lineup, and he went for some of the biggest names in the entire shared universe. Honestly, this is a group I'd love to see team up and kick some villain butt in the MCU.

Chris Evans started with my favorite hero: Elizabeth Olsen's Wanda Maximoff. During WandaVision she became The Scarlet Witch, with her chaos magic capable of altering reality. She's been missing since Doctor Strange 2's ending, but fans are hoping she ends up popping up in Doomsday or Secret Wars.

Looking to assemble the biggest hitters in the MCU, Evans also named Chris Hemsworth's God of Thunder in his dream Avengers lineup. Thor is expected to be a major presence in Doomsday, although some fans are worried he might end up being killed off in the battle against Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom. Either way, he's a big hitter who belongs in most Avengers lineups.

The Materialists actor rounded out this picks with the original Marvel hero: Iron Man. Although rather than wanting Tony Stark for his abilities in battle, Evans joked that it was mostly because he'd know where to go on vacation after their mission was completed. That and his A+ taste in shawarma.

It should be fascinating to see what Chris Evans' Steve Rogers is up to when he appears in Avengers: Doomsday. Fans are wondering how he'll be brought into the story after finally getting his dance with Peggy in Endgame, as well as how he might react when discovering Doctor Doom resembles his old friend Tony Stark.

All will be revealed when Avengers: Doomsday hits theaters on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list. We'll just have to see if he gets any scenes with Thor and Wanda throughout its mysterious runtime.

It's an exciting time in the MCU, as we're only a few months away from the release of the upcoming Marvel movie Avengers: Doomsday. Fans who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order are psyched about seeing the Doomsday cast united against Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom, but they're also curious about what surprise actors might appear. There are rumors about Hailee Steinfeld's Kate Bishop appearing, and apparently even her husband Josh Allen doesn't know the truth.

Steinfeld and Allen are a hot celebrity couple who recently welcomed their daughter into the world. Obviously they're a dynamic pair, but apparently not even marriage and parenthood can get in the way of Marvel's tight security. The Sinners actress recently appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where the host tried to get her to reveal if she's going to appear in the next Avengers movie. Fallon said he didn't see her chair in the cast announcement, and she responded with:

I guess the "Love Myself" singer takes her NDA seriously. Because apparently not even her famous husband gets all the information about her future in the MCU. Josh Allen is apparently so in the dark about what's next for Kate Bishop that he had to call Steinfeld and ask.

While I'm not buying that the Hawkeye actress herself doesn't know if she's in Doomsday, I love that she's kept her husband in the dark about it. Marvel actors are expected to guard the shared universe's secrets, and she's clearly doing a good job. You can see Hailee Steinfeld's conversation with Fallon below, where she refuses to give away anything.

What we know about Avengers: Doomsday is super limited, which is why there are so many rumors and theories about what The Russo Brothers have up their sleeves for the blockbuster. Kevin Feige confirmed that the cast list didn't include every actor, a sentiment that was confirmed when the Doomsday Captain America trailer confirmed that Chris Evans was returning. Anything can happen in the multiverse, so why not bring Kate Bishop along for the fun?

Hailee Steinfeld debuted as Kate in the Hawkeye series, where she was trained as the title character's protégée. Fans really responded to her performance, as well as her chemistry with Florence Pugh's Yelena. After a few years away Kate returned to the shared universe during The Marvels' ending, which saw Kamala Khan starting to assemble the Young Avengers. It's currently unclear if/when we'll see that team; Iman Vellani was also included in the Doomsday cast announcement.

All will be revealed when Avengers: Doomsday hits theaters on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list. Fingers crossed that we get to see Kate Bishop appear on the big screen sooner rather than later.

I think I’ve seen every Marvel movie in the order they came out, and I’ve kept up with most of the Disney+ shows. (OK, I didn’t watch Moon Knight.) I like to think of myself as a casual-but-invested MCU fan. I’m not someone who is skipping movies or (usually) complaining about the franchise. I honestly even really liked the critically panned The Marvels! However, I just can’t deal with this Avengers Endgame: Encore situation.

The Russo brothers, in my opinion, have done a great job drumming up interest in Doomsday after Marvel kicked things off with that big, live chair announcement. They’ve been doing the rounds. They’ve had a lot of fun and emotional posts about their history with the franchise. Plus, they’ve made some comments heavily teasing the upcoming movie, particularly when it comes to Encore additions. It’s this latter part where they are losing me.

For example, they were asked by Empire about one of the additional sequences that was added to Encore specifically for the release. It’s a post credits scene set in the TVA where we learn Earth-10005 (Fox’s X-Men’s Universe) and Earth-1127 collide, leading to a chain reaction and Ke Huy Quan stating “the multiverse is collapsing.” Per Joe Russo, this is going to have a “great level of importance” moving forward.

It’s been clear given all of the casting the multi-verse was going to collide for a while. I just really hate that this scene is coming out months before the release of the actual movie I want to see. It's supposed to be super important, but if I want to see it in person I have to go pay to see another version of a movie I’ve already seen in theaters. If it was of such “great” “importance” to the upcoming Marvel movie, why has it been dumped into the lore like this?

Look, I know there’s a rundown of all of the scenes all over the Internet already. I have read them, obviously, and these scenes have been confirmed to have been shot during the production of Doomsday. So, I can go in with the info without having seen the four minutes, and I probably will.

I also get why Marvel wanted to bring back Endgame; it’s a great movie. I understand why they wanted to add some new stuff to entice people to come to theaters and for the superfans to get jazzed. I get even with only four minutes of extra footage the re-release did big dollars and has been good business for theaters overall.

I just have no interest in re-seeing a slightly different version of this movie, and I also don’t want to have to consume even more Marvel content before I go to the theater this December. It's already been a lot to take in, and it bums me out there's stuff that could be THAT important that feels like it is being inserted into an old movie. If it's not so important I need to see it ahead of time, then it feels like we're really overselling everything, and if it that important it kind of feels weird and inappropriate to make people go see an old movie to see it inserted in there. It's bumming me out.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is known for constantly expanding, both in theaters and streaming with a Disney+ subscription. While all eyes are on the upcoming Marvel movie Avengers: Doomsday, more information about about previous installments are still trickling out. Case in point: fans who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order are mad that one Chris Evans-led project never actually came to fruition. Let's break it all down.

Folks are hyped to see Chris Evans back as Steve Rogers as part of the Avengers: Doomsday cast, especially with The Russo Brothers back behind the camera. During an interview with CBR about Endgame, Joe Russo confirmed that they floated around the idea of seeing Cap return the Infinity Stones at the end of Endgame. As the filmmaker put it:

Exactly what happened to Captain America as he returned the Infinity Stones to the MCU timeline is one of the biggest remaining questions about the last Avengers movie. He seemingly succeeded in this before getting his dance with Peggy, but what were those adventures like?

Steve Rogers had to return the Infinity Stones that the Avengers procured during the Time Heist in order to avoid causing alternate realities. Unfortunately we didn't get that montage in Avengers: Endgame. During the same interview, the journalist told Joe Russo that fans would still love to see it. The director responded by saying:

Honestly, sign me up. There are a ton of unique adventures that Captain America could go on when returning the Infinity Stones, and characters from throughout the MCU timeline he would have to interact with. What's more, fans seem to be agree.

The Russo Brothers' comments about this scrapped idea for Cap quickly went viral, and fans started sounding off online. The comments section of IGN's Instagram post about these quotes are filled with responses, some of which read:

• How this was never turned into a series is an epic fail. A stone per episode? SMH lights out
• I honestly thought we would see him return the soul stone and see the red skull again during the new endgame encore
• I think everyone would like to see Steve returning the stones, especially the soul stone to Red Skull.
• This should've been a full movie. "Captain America: Lost in Time"
• I mean, they still can. What's stopping them?

Did they lie? Whether its a movie or a limited series, clearly fans would love to see what adventures Captain America went on before showing up as an old man in Endgame. After all, who doesn't want to see him bring all the Infinity Stones back to their place in the timeline, especially if he gets to interact with certain characters?

As you can see in the comments, fans' FOMO is real. They particularly would love to see what happened when Steve reunited with Red Skull on Vormir to return the Soul Stone. After all, Red Skull was the villain in Captain America: The First Avenger, so they have history. Add in the fact that he watched Natasha sacrifice herself in order to bring the Soul Stone home, and there's another fascinating layer that could be explored.

As one fan pointed out, its not too late for a movie or series to make this happen. Chris Evans is returning as Cap in Doomsday, so he's already out of retirement. Why not give the people what they want?

Avengers: Doomsday will hit theaters on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list. Folks can see Avengers Endgame: Encore in theaters now, or stream the original cut on Disney+.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is showing no signs of slowing down, to the joy of fans who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order. The latest release is Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which broke records upon arriving in theaters. That movie featured plenty of familiar faces, including Jon Bernthal's Punisher, Mark Ruffalo's Hulk, and Florence Pugh's Yelena. It turns out that the latter actress was included thanks to Tom Holland himself. Let's break it all down.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day's trailer included Bruce Banner and The Punisher, but Yelena was more of a surprise. In a clip from The Tonight Show's Instagram, Pugh explained how her role in that blockbuster actually came about thanks to Holland. She started by offering:

Talk about a fun origin story. While Yelena has become a fan favorite character over the years, she was relatively unknown when debuting in Black Widow (which ish streaming with a Disney+ subscription). So when Tom Holland was asked about what heroes he'd like to see join his Spider-Man franchise, one might have assumed he'd name drop some of the big OG Avengers. Of course, that wasn't the case.

Later in the same interview, the Oscar-nominated actress spoke more about how Tom Holland brought her into the Spider-Man family. In her words:

Tom Holland might be known for accidentally revealing Marvel spoilers, but I've got to give him his flowers here. Despite limited screen time, Yelena was a delightful part of Brand New Day. I loved her calling Spidey's problems "small potatoes" and making him uncomfortable by meeting her in a spa aka her "office." Marvel fans often wonder why The Avengers aren't called in for solo movies, and Destin Daniel Cretton's movie addressed this by Peter going to Yelena for help. Add in the other heroes in the movie, and the latest Spider-Man movie felt like it was ripped straight from the comics.

Pugh will once again reprise her role as Yelena in Avengers: Doomsday as part of the 2026 movie release list. Fans are hoping that Spider-Man: Brand New Day's credits scene means that Holland pop up in that movie or Secret Wars, but it's currently unclear if that'll happen. Fingers crossed we get to see Peter and Yelana back onscreen together soon.

It's an exciting time in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with fans hyped for the upcoming Marvel movie Avengers: Doomsday. The release of Avengers Endgame: Encore included four new scenes that set up the next crossover, one of which featured Mark Ruffalo's Bruce Banner. Fans have questions about what it all means, and The Russo Brothers recently teased what's to come.

What we know about Avengers: Doomsday is super limited, which is why the new Endgame scenes leaked and promptly went viral. Fans who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order are desperate for any information, and during an interview with Empire, the filmmakers teased that Doctor Doom might trying to recruit more than just The Hulk. In Joe Russo's words:

Well, I'm certainly intrigued. Not much is known about what Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom is planning, but it sounds like he might be bringing together his own group of characters to battle the various superhero teams that are part of the Doomsday cast.

Speaking of the cast, Mark Ruffalo was not included in the big announcement about who would make up the next Avengers movie. In the same interview, Joe Russo addressed this by saying:

This echoes Kevin Feige's comments about more actors being included outside of the Doomsday cast announcement. This was proven when The Captain America Doomsday teaser confirmed Chris Evans was returning as his signature role. Mark Ruffalo is seemingly going to appear as Bruce Banner, and I can't wait to see what other surprises might come.

In addition to being a tease for Doomsday, the Banner scene in Endgame: Encore also has a connection to Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Joe Russo addressed this by saying:

During the last Spider-Man movie, Sophie Turner's Jean Grey was able to get into Bruce Banner's head and force him to transform into Savage Hulk. It seems like he put himself into exile afterward, although Doctor Doom was still able to track him down. Only time will tell what happen when they come face to face.

The stakes feel sky high for the next Avengers movie, and plenty of fans will be re-watching MCU projects with their Disney+ subscription to prepare. If Hulk ends up on Doom's side, I feel worried for the rest of the heroes.

All will be revealed when Avengers: Doomsday hits theaters on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is a giant place, one that's constantly expanding thanks to new titles hitting theaters and streaming with a Disney+ subscription. Without a doubt the most highly anticipated upcoming Marvel movie is Avengers: Doomsday, and fans are desperate for any information about what The Russo Brothers have up their sleeve. The pair of filmmakers recently teased what to expect from Chris Hemsworth's Thor, but I'm mostly worried that the God of Thunder might die during its runtime.

What we know about Avengers: Doomsday is very limited, so there are countless rumors and theories surrounding the title online. Luckily the directors recently spoke to CBM, with Joe Russo speaking about what Hemsworth has brought to Thor over the years. In his words:

Points were made. Anyone who has spent years watching the Marvel movies in order can understand what Russo is saying. Hemsworth's hero was originally quite serious, before Taika Waititi made him a bigger comedic presence in Ragnarok and Love and Thunder. His appearances in Infinity War and Endgame was a mixture of both, and that's seemingly what he'll return to for Doomsday.

During Infinity War Thor was ruled by vengeance, vowing to murder Thanos as after he killed Loki in the movie's opening sequence. Joe Russo went on to share what to expect from the hero in the next Avengers movie, offering:

He's not wrong. The Doomsday trailer shows Thor going full beast mode on Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom. Or at least trying to; the villain was able to hold off his strike with just a few fingers. One can only imagine how he'll react to feeling so powerless, especially with the entire multiverse at stake. Since Hemsworth has been playing his role for so long, I'm personally worried he might get killed off to end his run as the beloved hero.

From the looks of things. Hemsworth's Thor will be one of the leading characters of the Doomsday cast list, which is massive and features entire teams of heroes. It sounds like the God of Thunder will end up being less funny this time around, something that fans might appreciate after Love and Thunder failed to impress.

All will be revealed when Avengers: Doomsday hits theaters on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list. Fingers crossed that Thor survives his encounter with Doctor Doom.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has been going strong for nearly two decades, and continues to put out exciting new content in theaters and streaming with a Disney+ subscription. Folks who have spent those years watching the Marvel movies in order know that certain franchises are fan favorites, chief among them being the Guardians of the Galaxy series. Chris Pratt has played Peter Quill/Star-Lord throughout six movies and a holiday special (so far), although there's one part about his signature hero that bugs him.

The end of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 claimed that Star-Lord was going to return for upcoming Marvel movies, but its still unclear if/when that'll happen. While fans wait, they can check out a clip from The Backstage Experience's Instagram, where he got real about one part of Quill's costume that's less than ideal. In his words:

Talk about uncomfortable. While Star-Lord's helmet looks awesome and grants Peter the ability to breathe in space, the logistics of wearing the thing are a different story. Namely because it needs to be bolted to his head. Not only is it uncomfortable, but it makes taking direction difficult as well. Talk about a logistical headache.

Pratt's comments about Star-Lord's helmet gives an insider view on how MCU movies actually come together. They also echo what other superhero actors have said about their costumes. For instance, Christian Bale couldn't pee in his Batman suit, and warned Ben Affleck and Robert Pattinson about this danger. The Jurassic World actor being locked into a bulky helmet seems like a bit of a nightmare, but his co-star Zoe Saldaña was shocked to hear about this complaint. In the same interview the two went back and forth, saying:

• Zoe Saldaña: I thought you loved it.
• Chris Pratt: I hate the helmet, but I love the jacket.
• Saldaña: I’ve never heard you complain about it.
• Pratt: That’s ‘cause it’s usually my stuntman in it [laughs]

Stunt performers can really be the backbone of movie sets. On top of doing the dangerous stunt work, their contributions can also help to keep the primary actors comfortable during long and grueling hours on set. Chris Pratt seems to owe his a debt for helping him spend less time in Star-Lord's cool (but uncomfortable) helmet.

As previously mentioned, fans are curious to see if/when Pratt returns as Peter Quill in the MCU. He wasn't included in the Avengers: Doomsday cast announcement, but fans are hoping he appears in that title or Secret Wars.

Chris Pratt's tenure as Star-Lord is currently streaming in its entirety on Disney+. Meanwhile, the next MCU movie hitting theaters is Avengers: Doomsday on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list.

Almost two decades in, The Marvel Cinematic Universe is a well-oiled machine at this point. Folks have spent years watching the Marvel movies in order, and certain franchises have become fan favorites in the process. Chief among them is Tom Holland's Spider-Man movies (streaming with a Disney+ subscription), but the actor revealed one comic moment that he's been actively trying to see get the live-action treatment. To be honest, I'd love to see it.

The most recent MCU title was Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which broke records at the box office and showed how passionate fans continue to be about Holland's Peter Parker. During an interview with Bleeding Cool, the 30 year-old actor revealed that he actively tried to get one comic book moment into his latest Marvel movie, saying:

Honestly, this would be pretty iconic. The Spider-Man movies have had plenty of thrilling action and plot twists, but he hasn't had the chance to unceremoniously stop a fight before it begins with one punch. After reading Holland's description, I have to admit that now I want to see this happen in an upcoming Marvel movie.

It does feel like this quick scene could have happened during Brand New Day. While Peter couldn't punch Sadie Sink's Jean Grey, this moment could have happened in the Act 1 montage of Spider-Man kicking butt in the years since No Way Home's twist ending. Later in the same interview, Tom Holland spoke more about how long he's campaigned for it on the big screen, offering:

There's always plenty of comedic beats in the MCU's Spider-Man movies, so this doesn't feel totally off brand to happen on the big screen. Alas, the Odyssey actor hasn't gotten the chance to end a fight with one quick punch to the face. Hopefully this moment gets to happen before Holland ends his tenure as everyone's favorite wall crawler.

The fandom is already curious about when Tom Holland will return to the big screen as Peter Parker, with Brand New Day's credits scene seemingly hinting at a role in Secret Wars. Although given Marvel's tight security, fans are largely in the dark.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day is in theaters now and the next Marvel movie will be Avengers: Doomsday on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list. We'll just have to wait and see if/when we get confirmation about Holland's return.

With news of Daredevil: Born Again's next season being its last, and the cancellation of Wonder Man, I think the solution to Marvel's live-action TV shows’ problem is clear: Stop making live-action TV shows! Most of them are not doing well. Not since Season 2 of Loki have I heard everybody talking about a Marvel TV show.

Which is a shame, because the MCU on television had lots of potential. Unlike the Star Wars shows, which MOSTLY didn't transition into the theaters (The Mandalorian and Grogu being the exception), the hope was that MOST of these Marvel shows would somehow connect to the movies, but that just wasn't meant to be. So, here's why Marvel should just quit with these live-action TV shows.

They’ve Seriously Run Out Of Gas

I’ll never forget when I first watched WandaVision. It was unlike anything else in the MCU. Then came The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, which felt exciting at the time since we knew it would impact the movies going forward.

Follow that up with the first season of Loki, and Marvel was on a roll. Then, after What If?..., which was interesting (and animated), and Hawkeye, which was enjoyable, it pains me to say that Moon Knight might have been the first stumble. I’ve already talked about how the show was a bit of a missed opportunity, but I think the main issue was that it didn’t seem to hit with people in the same way that all of the other aforementioned shows did.

Ms. Marvel was deemed fun, but there was a lot of vitriol (mostly misguided) when it came to the next show, She-Hulk, which I loved, but a vocal minority on the internet hated. That was Phase 4. Phase 5 was when Marvel TV really went downhill. Secret Invasion was generally deemed terrible, Loki Season 2 was a highlight, but Echo, Agatha All Along, Ironheart, and even Daredevil: Born Again felt kind of unnecessary. So, by the time Wonder Man came along, most people had already checked out of Marvel’s TV output. Gone was the excitement of 2021’s WandaVision, that’s for sure.

Disney+ Already Has Enough Movies And TV Shows As It Is

Another reason why Marvel should stop with the live-action TV shows is that they don’t need to make any more. I mean, have you SEEN how stacked the Marvel pillar of your Disney+ subscription is right now?

There are over 30 MCU movies to watch, several Marvel movies NOT in the MCU (The Spider-Verse movies, both the Chris Evans Fantastic Four movies AND the Michael B. Jordan one, the Fox X-Men movies, and even the Sony Spider-Man-less-Spider-Man movies like Madam Web and Kraven, just to name a few), and so much more already on Disney+.

This is on TOP of the Marvel shows they already have, which also include things like whole seasons of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Agent Carter, and even Inhumans. So, in other words, Marvel has ENOUGH content already that they don’t need live-action TV shows anymore. That said…

Maybe They Could Just Stick To Animation Now, Like With X-Men '97

If Marvel wants to continue making TV shows, why not just stick with animation? While I’m sure animated shows are still a pretty penny to make, I doubt they cost as much as putting together another live-action show that will likely not bring in the subscribers that all streaming services crave.

X-Men ‘97 is a great example of a show that gets people talking, and I’m sure they could come up with more creative animated shows that don’t break the bank, but still provide new content. Marvel Zombies was pretty interesting, and while I didn’t check out Eyes of Wakanda or Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, I’ve heard good things.

So, while the upcoming VisionQuest might prove this entire article wrong and have people flock to the show, I won’t hold my breath. So, Marvel, stick with the cartoons, and maybe save yourselves some money!

Marvel Cinematic Universe fans were met with some sad news last week, as it was reported that Daredevil: Born Again would end with its upcoming third season. The news came months after Season 3 wrapped and on the heels of Marvel parting ways with showrunner Dario Scardapane. With this next set of episodes serving as the fan-favorite show’s swan song, expectations are arguably even higher now, and there are certain developments I want to see, with one being the return of a franchise veteran (aside from Rosario Dawson).

Please don’t misunderstand me, as I would love to see Rosario Dawson’s Claire Temple return in some form or fashion. She is, after all, a key part of the show’s lore and also served as a major piece of connective tissue throughout the MCU’s street-level shows (which were originally streamable with a Netflix subscription). However, the character I’m talking about is someone who has even closer ties to the Man Without Fear. The person I’m talking about is none other than Maggie Grace, the mother of Matt Murdock.

Maggie (played by Joanne Whalley) was originally introduced into the MCU during the third season of Daredevil and, up to that point, she’d only been alluded to up to that point. A nun at Clinton Church, Maggie had a brief tryst with Matt’s father, Jack, during which they conceived him. Sadly, she abandoned her son and partner after experiencing postpartum depression. Grace ultimately re-entered her son’s life after he was recovered from Midland Circle and, after learning of his mother’s identity, Matt had to reckon with her past actions.

Ultimately, Matt and Maggie find common ground, and the latter offers to be a resource to her son if he ever needs guidance. I find it interesting that Maggie has yet to appear on Born Again, though the latest season of the show did reveal that she’d taken a sabbatical in Rome. At this point, it feels like Maggie should return, and that’s not just because the final season is looming. With Matt imprisoned after revealing himself as Daredevil, I think he could use his mother’s listening ear. Also, if word were to get back to Maggie about her son’s situation, I can’t imagine her not hopping on a plane and heading back to Hell’s Kitchen.

I’d love to see a scene in which Maggie visits Matt while he’s behind bars, and such a scene could be emotionally impactful. Honestly, I can imagine Matt having quite a few people in his ear while he’s locked up, and it just makes a lot of sense for Maggie to reach out and provide support. At the same time, I can imagine others may also try to reach out to Murdock and even seek ways to overturn his sentence.

That’s, of course, speculation, though it wouldn’t be shocking if Matt did have friends on the outside actively working to free him. After all, set photos have revealed that the other members of the Defenders will reunite this season following the return of Jessica Jones and re-emergence of Luke Cage amid Season 2.

Non-official photos have also provided a glimpse at the return of Finn Jones’ Danny Rand. How exactly those heroes play into the season is anyone’s guess right now, but it’s poetic that they’d all be together in what’s now going to be the final stretch of the show.

And, yes, Rosario Dawson should make an MCU comeback, too, as she hasn’t been seen since the second season of Luke Cage back in 2018. Interestingly enough, Dawson reprised Temple for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, but her scene was cut. Still, the mere fact that Claire was involved in some way suggests to me that the folks at Marvel still have love for her.

So, in short, I’m hoping Daredevil: Born Again Season 3 welcomes back Maggie so that she can have at least one more meeting with her son. I’m also down for any other veteran stars to appear, whether it be Rosario Dawson’s Claire Temple or even Rob Morgan’s Turk Barrett. We’ll see what’s what when the upcoming Marvel show returns for one last bout in March 2027. In the meantime, stream the first two seasons of the series – as well as all three seasons of its parent series – with a Disney+ subscription.

Florence Pugh has turned Yelena Belova into one of my favorite underrated Marvel characters and a standout addition to the post-Endgame MCU. She is deadly, deeply weird and capable of making a scene funny without ever seeming like she is trying particularly hard. That dry delivery has become such a big part of the character that I cannot really imagine Yelena without it. Turns out, we came surprisingly close to getting a very different version before the actress changed it to keep her character from being "boring," and I’m so happy she did.

While revisiting scenes from her career for Vanity Fair, Pugh revealed that she initially rehearsed Black Widow using an English accent. Yelena is Russian in Marvel Comics, but that apparently was not how the studio and filmmakers originally approached the MCU's version. One problem: She thought the character was painfully dull. Pugh explained:

That is pretty devastating feedback on your own character. The breakthrough happened nowhere near Marvel Studios. According to the Oppenheimer star, she was home cooking dinner when she started trying the dialogue with a Russian accent. Suddenly, she found the Yelena we know:

“Everybody” included Black Widow director Cate Shortland and Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige, who approved the adjustment. For me, the accent itself is almost secondary to what it apparently unlocked in the Little Women star. She said:

Yelena mocking Natasha’s superhero pose in Black Widow, cheerfully eating macaroni with hot sauce in Hawkeye or calling Peter’s problems “small potatoes” in Brand New Day are moments when the actress lets Yelena be strange. She says ridiculous things with absolute sincerity. She has the gravitas to play deep loneliness in a movie like Thunderbolts*, then drop the funniest line as if she were at a dinner party, without missing a beat.

That personality has clearly stuck. Yelena has since appeared in quite a few Marvel movies and shows, with Feige also saying she has a significant role in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. All because Pugh got bored during rehearsals and started doing Russian dialogue over dinner. Sometimes character development apparently happens in the kitchen.

Yelena’s next appearance in a new MCU movie is in Avengers: Doomsday, which lands on the 2026 movie calendar on December 18. As for Florence Pugh’s next big role, it is in the upcoming Netflix series, East of Eden. The new page-to-screen adaptation of the beloved John Steinbeck classic hits the streamer on October 1, 2026.

Avengers: Endgame has been re-released in theaters seven years after its initial record-breaking run at the box office. Now called Avengers: Endgame Encore, the film includes new scenes that set the stage for the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. The re-release is also reigniting nostalgia in fans as well as the people who were involved in making the film. With that, directors Joe and Anthony Russo are opening up about one sweet fact about filming Iron Man's death scene with Robert Downey Jr., and I had no idea about this!

The Russos recently spoke to Marvel.com about what it feels like to have Avengers: Endgame back in theaters. Additionally, the two siblings also spoke about the experience of making the iconic superhero film years ago. During the chat, the duo recalled one of the most emotionally impactful moments in the shoot: when they ultimately had to film the moment Tony Stark died. Apparently, the scene wasn’t in the original shooting schedule and, as Anthony Russo explained, that led to a special turn of events:

What an unbelievably special moment! I'm honestly surprised this is the first time I'm hearing this behind-the-scenes tidbit but, regardless, it's a great piece of trivia. The idea of Downey saying goodbye to Stark in the same place he went out for the role is nothing short of poetic. Obviously, I can't speak for Downey, but I wouldn't be surprised if that moment meant a lot to him as well.

Downey's portrayal of Stark has been revered, and the gig marked a major career resurgence for him. And, after five years after he finished shooting Endgame, Downey celebrated his first Oscar win. Talk about having a memorable journey as an actor.

As for that final scene, I also wonder if that was intentionally left out of the initial shoot. On the one hand, it could've been a timing situation but, on the other, the directors may have wanted to shoot that more discreetly given how major it was. After all, there's always so much secrecy when it comes to the production of Marvel movies, which is done to ensure that nothing leaks.

Regardless of what the shooting schedule was, I'd think that the Russos, Downey and their collaborators definitely wouldn't have wanted Stark's demise to be spoiled ahead of time. The death scene certainly hits hard without knowing anything beforehand.

Even though Tony Stark’s journey may have ended, Downey's time in the Marvel Cinematic Universe isn't. The actor shocked fans when it was revealed in 2024 that he'd play the villainous Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars. Although it was a surprising move, it also made sense. Downey is so tightly woven into the fabric of the MCU, to say the least. Not only that, but having him play a totally different role allows him and the Russos to respect the finality of Stark’s death while charting new territory. I personally can't wait to see it.

I was already in my feelings over Tony Stark's death scene but, now that I know about it being filmed in the same place Robert Downey Jr. auditioned, the moment hits harder. I'd love to hear Downey's take on the experience at some point.

But, in the meantime, check out Avengers: Endgame Encore, which is playing in theaters until October 1. And, of course, see Downey's return to the MCU in Avengers: Doomsday, which is set to hit the big screen on December 18 amid the 2026 movie schedule. Fans can also catch up on MCU films by streaming them with a Disney+ subscription.

While the MCU is getting ready to tear the multiverse apart on the big screen when Avengers: Doomsday’s release date arrives, some of Marvel’s small-screen heroes are also getting their worlds ripped apart. At least metaphorically speaking. I’m talking about Daredevil: Born Again getting canceled at Disney+, with the upcoming third season set to cap off Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk’s fight for New York City. It’s been quite the blow for fans, and I can only imagine it’s worse for the cast and crew, though Deborah Ann Woll is keeping spirits high.

Woll’s Karen Page was thankfully given a bigger piece of the storytelling pie in Season 2, and it’s safe to assume that’ll remain the case in the third batch of episodes whenever they arrive. The actress took to Facebook to share her reaction to the cancellation news, saying:

While I'm sure she could have dwelled in that sad emoji space for a lot longer, now isn't the ideal time to mourn the show, since there's still quite a bit of hype and promotion to come before Season 3 gets released, presumably around March 2027.

To be sure, that hype is certainly justified, since Season 3 will pay off on Mike Colter's Luke Cage showing up in the Season 2 finale and will officially bring The Defenders back as a whole, including Finn Jones' Ironfist. As well, Elodie Yung's Elektra is also back in the fold in some way, with a new version of Muse serving as a threat, so there will be a lot to pay off in the upcoming Marvel show's final season.

Unfortunately, though understandably, Deborah Ann Woll's post didn't address the idea that showrunner Dario Scardapane, who took over the creative reins admist the Season 1 creative overall that totally changed the show's direction and tone. At the same time the show's fate was revealed, reports also stated Scardapane had made his official exit in the middle of post-production, with his contract with Marvel not getting renewed. It's unclear whether that will have any meaningful effect on the final product, or whether there were other issues at play.

In any case, I still believe Woll in saying she and everyone else busted their butts to bring Season 3 to life. I do wonder whether or not the ending will feel like a true conclusion, or if it'll just leave fans asking for more as it went in the Netflix days.

Outside of all things superhero and Marvel, Deborah Ann Woll is also promoting the upcoming horror movie The Cycle, from ThanksKilling and V/H/S/Beyond director Jordan Downey, in which she plays a woman who discovers her father’s twisted past after his body shows up after he’d been missing for 36 years. Not the kind of situation Daredevil would be much help in, one would think.

While we wait for new episodes, both of the previous seasons of Daredevil: Born Again are available to stream via Disney+ subscription.

With Avengers: Endgame heading back to theaters for quite the Encore ahead of Doomsday’s release on December 18, our favorite MCU actors have been getting in on the hype behind the scenes as well. Though Chris Pratt hasn’t officially been confirmed to be bringing Star Lord back yet, it hasn’t stopped him from joining in on the excitement. And I didn’t realize just how much I've been missing the Guardians of the Galaxy squad until the actor posted some BTS photos.

Now I’m beyond ready to see our favorite space-faring misfits again, whether it happens during the 2026 movie schedule or in Secret Wars next year. In the photos shared on his personal Instagram, you can see Pratt hanging out on set with Dave Bautista, Pom Klementieff, Karen Gillan, and even a shot of him and Chris Hemsworth on the Guardians’ ship. Check out the post below:

I think the Super Mario actor says it best, “Because one run on the big screen just wasn’t enough.” Plus, it’s considered necessary viewing before watching the upcoming MCU movie. As Joe Russo teased, the new footage will be “set in the Doomsday story.” We don’t know yet what this means exactly, at least those of us who are intentionally staying away from Doomsday leaks ahead of Encore. The Russo Brothers' one request to "Please don't spoil" the new scenes was sadly not taken seriously.

Regardless of who knows what ahead of time, it seems that Pratt’s BTS shots have succeeded in getting fans ready to dive back into the heroic ensemble's fight against Thanos. Check some of the best reactions to the post, including a sweet emoji from one of his Guardians co-stars:

• KAREN GILLAN: 😍
• "The desire for the return of the love of the star lord and gamora in the next films. And to have a lot of this love haha🙌" - @556threat.vraqnx
• "Damn I guess I gotta dress up. Ohhh noOoOOooOo 😅" - @Cosmic_mosey
• "We are waiting for the legendary star lord 😎" - @Shram0303
• "God I miss the guardians." - @Rinxeh

There’s been a slight MCU fatigue in recent years with a few of the newer movies not performing well at the box office. So I’m loving seeing everyone on a superhero high following the success of Spider-Man: Brand New Day. TBut don’t let the leaks spoil your fun. I know I’m enjoying seeing the BTS scenes and they’re definitely making me hopeful that we’ll see some of the Guardians again.

After all, we last saw Peter Quill when he left the team and returned to Earth to spend time with his grandpa. And the third Guardians gave us an end credits promise that Star Lord will return. A promise that we have yet to see be fulfilled. (Personally, I’d love to see where Mantis went after she set out on her own, and a reunion between the siblings.)

However, his return is more likely then seeing Drax again, after Bautista notably left the MCU after Guardians Vol. 3. But I’m choosing to believe Pratt’s excitement for Endgame is hope that we’ll see him again.

So when you go out to theaters, Pratt has a request: “If you’re seeing, if you’re dressing up, tag me I want to see all the action!” Be sure to share your experience so Star Lord can check it out. And maybe he’ll share some more Guardians BTS for us to enjoy!

Sure, Alan Cumming is returning as Nightcrawler for Avengers: Doomsday, but don’t ask him to explain the plot. Aside from the fact that the actor is afraid to say anything so that he doesn’t get in trouble with Marvel, he seemingly doesn’t understand what’s going on well enough to risk it. Given how top secret as everything in the Marvel Universe is, that’s probably a good thing, for his sake.

The upcoming Marvel movie is set to hit theaters on December 18^th as part of the 2026 movie schedule, with anticipation building after that initial epic cast reveal and brief appearance by Doctor Doom in The Fantastic Four: First Steps. For the first time, The Avengers, The Fantastic Four, The New Avengers, and The X-Men will be teaming up to battle the feared villain, which is sure to bring plenty of superhero shenanigans and mayhem as they work together to save the world and themselves. In a recent Hit 1 interview on SiriusXM, Alan Cumming stated it very plainly:

When you’re an actor in a Marvel project, you have to get used to spending a lot of time in front of a blue screen where things will be added later. As a result of that, it’s not surprising that it would be challenging to completely understand or fully track what’s going on at any given time. The Traitors host seems to have found it more beneficial to just focus on what he’s supposed to be doing in a scene, rather than knowing how it fits into the Marvel multiverse. He said:

As the host of The Traitors, Alan Cumming has become accustomed to treating things as though they’re top secret. But even then, he had an instance when he was talking about his experience working on the mega blockbuster and something he said got misconstrued. After all, the fans are always there to speculate.

With as highly anticipated as Avengers: Doomsday is, the behind-the-scenes tidbits that The Good Wife star shared are really fun to hear. It was particularly wild to know that while Nightcrawler and Yelena Belova shared a moment together, Cumming didn’t actually get to work with Florence Pugh but rather her body double. He explained:

After hearing that, I know that I, for one, will absolutely try to pinpoint which moment that is when I see Avengers: Doomsday. I’m so curious to know whether it will seem like the two actors were actually there together for the scene. It’s not unheard of, in working on a movie as large as this one, that production would have to split cast members across multiple filming days to accommodate scheduling and that body doubles would be needed to step in. Still, it definitely makes me curious to see how it will all come together in the final edit. If you want to watch how Cumming described the experience, here is the full clip:

With a Disney+ subscription, you still have plenty of time to catch up on or revisit all of the Marvel movies in order before Avengers: Doomsday is released, or you can just watch the recommended list of essential projects if you want to understand the next installment in the MCU better than Alan Cumming.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is a well-oiled machine, but folks who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order know that certain franchises stand out as fan favorites. Chief among them are Ryan Coogler's Black Panther films (streaming with a Disney+ subscription), and folks can't wait to for the developing threequel to arrive. Angela Bassett might be bummed about her onscreen death, but the Queen Ramonda actress recently broke her silence on David Jonsson's casting as T'Challa the second.

There are tons of upcoming Marvel movies either in production or development, including the third Black Panther movie. Back in July Jonsson was revealed to be playing T'Challa's son, breaking the internet in the process. But what does his onscreen grandmother think about the casting? In an interview from ScreenRant's Twitter at the premiere of American Horror Story Season 13, Bassett shared her reaction, saying:

Talk about a glowing review. While it's unclear if we'll get to see Ramonda in Black Panther's threequel, the Oscar-nominated actress seems pleased with David Jonsson playing the next T'Challa on the big screen. Her comments echo fan excitement about the casting, specifically how the story will expand from Wakanda Forever's moving credits scene.

In the final moments of the last movie, Nakia revealed to Shuri that she and T'Challa had a son before his death. This could have major implications for both the characters' interpersonal relationships, and Wakanda as a whole. In the same interview, the Waiting to Exhale actress was asked if Jonsson has her approval as "auntie", to which she responded:

The "auntie" question comes from an iconic moment in the first Black Panther, where Michael B. Jordan's Killmonger appears in Wakanda and refers to Queen Ramonda as such. We'll have to wait and see if Bassett and Jonsson get to share the screen in the third installment of Ryan Coogler's beloved franchise.

Queen Ramonda might have died in Wakanda Forever protecting Riri Williams, that doesn't make her inclusion in the third film an impossibility. Dead characters frequently pop up through The Ancestral Plane, which I assume will happen in the third Black Panther. So while Bassett's character might be dead in-universe, maybe she'll still get a way to meet her grandson through this MacGuffin.

Black Panther 3 is currently expected to arrive in theaters on December 15th, 2028. Since it's not part of the 2026 movie release list or even next year's, fans will likely have to be patient while we wait for more information about what Ryan Coogler has up his Oscar-winning sleeve.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to be wildly popular nearly two decades after its premiere. Fans have spent years watching the Marvel movies in order, both on the big screen and streaming with a Disney+ subscription. Upon its release Avengers: Endgame (briefly) became the highest grossing movie of all time, and its heading back to theaters for an encore presentation with some new scenes. And the Russo Brothers have made "one last request" to folks seeing the new version of their film.

There's always hype for upcoming Marvel movies, but Avengers: Doomsday is on another level. Fans can't wait to see Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom, as well as the teams of heroes that make up the Doomsday cast. The Russo Brothers took to Instagram to share that they'll once again be sneaking into theaters for Endgame's re-release, saying:

Avengers: Endgame's reaction videos went viral after the movie's release, as fans were shook by plot twists such as the portal scene and Captain America wielding Mjolnir. While many of us have re-watched that title in the years since its 2019 release, even the most hardcore fans have the opportunity to be surprised by these new scenes.

Unfortunately, the new Avengers: Endgame scenes have already leaked online. Still, The Russo Brothers are asking fans to keep things under wrap, as they wrote in the same IG post:

Marvel's security is notoriously tight, but the studio can't control when fans record and spoil movies on social media. Avengers Endgame: Encore is now in the hands of the fans, and The Russo Brothers are begging moviegoers to keep the new scenes to themselves, allowing others to feel the full impact of those surprises. Hey, it's a good thought at least.

What we know about Avengers: Doomsday is very limited, so these new Endgame scenes are doubly exciting. Fans are curious to see how the multiversal story will come together, and exactly how teams like the Avengers, New Avengers, Fantastic Four, and X-Men end up coming together.

Avengers Endgame: Encore is in theaters now, and Doomsday will follow suit on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list. Luckily we have just a few more months before that highly anticipated title finally hits theaters and (hopefully) answers our questions.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is the home of a ton of different franchises, which grace theaters and stream with a Disney+ subscription. Tom Holland's Spider-Man movies are particularly popular, just look at Brand New Day's record-breaking box office performance. Information about the previous films are still coming out, and one fun fact about Peter Parker's wrinkly suit has me shocked at the stage of CGI as a whole.

Fans who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order will likely recall Doc Ock's entrance in No Way Home. Peter starts the scene wearing a wrinkled suit, as he's trying to impress an MIT administrator. In a clip from Vanity Fair's Instagram, visual effects supervisor Kelly Port shared how that costume piece came together, saying:

Tom Holland might be known for accidentally revealing spoilers, but he also brings a ton of creativity and physicality to his ongoing role in the MCU. Case in point: the bridge scene in Spider-Man: No Way Home featuring a stunt by the actor, as well as a great idea for how his costume should look after being in the Iron Spider suit. Although it's the way the visual effects department pulled this off that's really blowing my mind.

Later in the same clip, Port revealed that it was actually easier to digitally put the Spider-Man suit over Tom Holland, than trying to render all the details that would come with his wrinkled suit. As he explained:

One might think that digitally creating a blazer and slacks would be easier than Peter's badass Iron Spider suit, but that's not the case. After all, we'd seen the suit in action during Spider-Man: Infinity War. Wrinkles might be hard to iron out IRL, but they're likely even more difficult to create and track via CGI in a believable way. Color me intrigued.

MCU typically seems like a well-oiled machine for fans, so it's always fun to learn how the sausage gets made. Every costume transformation takes time and thought, and you can see Kelly Port tell this story below:

As previously mentioned, Brand New Day is the latest Spider-Man movie to achieve massive success, with Tom Holland's hero continuing to be one of the most popular characters in the entire MCU. Fans are hoping that BND's credits scene is setting up his role in Avengers: Doomsday or Secret Wars, but we'll have to wait for official confirmation from the studio.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day is still in theaters now, while its predecessors are streaming on Disney+. The next upcoming Marvel movie is Avengers: Doomsday on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list.

Taylor Swift riled up fans when she announced on Wednesday she’s releasing a deluxe version of her last album called The Life of a Showgirl: The Encore. You know what’s funny? It’s coming out this Friday, the same day that Avengers: Endgame Encore is on the 2026 movie schedule. As you can imagine, the Swifties have a lot of thoughts.

Swift came out of her post-”wedding of the century” bubble during the Emmys last week, when she spewed out some fresh Easter Eggs for fans to solve during a Law & Order: SVU-themed sketch. There were a lot of theories out there, but now we know the answer was “Encore,” fans can’t stop talking about the Endgame connections. Here’s one fun reaction:

Swift even has a song called “Endgame” on her album Reputation. There’s also something else that Swifties are rattling off about. The singer actually released the lead single for her album Lover, “ME!” on the same day Avengers: Endgame came out back in 2019. And famously, the hate the song received inspired one fan to spoil the movie on Twitter. As another fan shared:

While I’d like to think this is a coincidence, I can never know for sure anymore. Taylor Swift is a self-proclaimed “Mastermind," and she’s definitely proved herself over the years with the ways in which she has released music and hinted at what’s to come. Either way, this connection is too fun, and I love all the internet reactions it is already inspiring. Like this one:

Swift is set to release a deluxe version of The Life of a Showgirl, which came out about a year ago. It has four new songs, and funny enough Avengers: Endgame Encore reportedly has four new scenes. The tracks on The Life of Showgirl: The Encore are called “Patient Zero,” “Cleveland!”, “Pink Clouding” and “Babylon”. They certainly don’t sound MCU related.

As the fan above shared, both Taylor Swift and Marvel Studios’ “Encore” kind of come from the same idea. They are bringing back something fans already love, and giving fans something a little extra. Though, of course this is getting fans hopeful for Swift joining the MCU.

For years now, it’s been rumored that Swift could portray the Marvel Comics character of Dazzler, who is a mutant pop star. Between the Encore of it all, and X-Men officially being on the upcoming Marvel movie schedule, these rumors are sure to be revived among Swifties, of course. Whether it’s a coincidence or not, this weekend is shaping up to be an event-filled one for lovers of the MCU and Taylor Swift.

Enjoy both encores!

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is nearing its 20 year anniversary, and there are certain franchises that stand out as fan favorites. Folks who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order will likely put James Gunn's Guardians of the Galaxy films (which are streaming with a Disney+ subscription) at the top of that list. For years Sean Gunn was the stand-in for Rocket in addition to playing Kraglin in live-action, and he recently got real about the physical toll of it. What's more, he spoke about his possible future as the beloved hero.

Bradley Cooper famously voiced Rocket throughout the MCU, but Gunn brought him to life on set for the other actors. During a recent appearance on The Brandon Davis Show's YouTube the actor shared what playing Rocket did to his body, saying:

Ouch. Given Rocket's short stature, Sean Gunn would spend a great deal of time on his knees. Although it turns out that it's his ankles and feet that have taken the most wear and tear throughout his time standing in as Rocket in the Guardians and Avengers movies (as well as the Guardians Holiday Special). My body is aching just hearing him talk about it.

Unfortunately, the Gilmore Girls alum seems like he's done playing that character for good. This might be a bummer for the fandom, but there's no telling if we're ever actually going to see the furry hero again on the big screen. The end of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 wrapped up most of the team's narratives, with Rocket being named the new leader of the team. He finally managed to overcome his traumatic past, and with James Gunn working as the co-CEO of DC Studios it seems likely that the cosmic team of comic book characters might be retired in the shared universe.

Sean Gunn had two very different jobs as part of the Guardians of the Galaxy cast, and he pulled them off in impressive fashion. Because in addition to being the on-set actor bringing Rocket to life, he also had his own character as the Ravager Kraglin. He was a consistent scene-stealer in the latter role, and ended up learning how to wild Yondu's fin by the end of Vol. 3. He was in the formation of the new Guardians in the movie's final moments, alongside Rocket, Groot, Adam Warlock, Cosmo, and Phyla.

Gunn's time as Rocket and Kraglin are streaming now on Disney+. The next upcoming Marvel movie is Avengers: Doomsday on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list, although it doesn't look like we'll see any Guardians during its mysterious runtime.

There’s a lot of hype that typically accompanies Marvel Cinematic Universe films, and that’s certainly been the case with the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. Unfortunately, leaks have also been a recurring problem when it comes to these high-profile releases. It would seem this is also the case with the forthcoming Avengers: Endgame Encore, which was previously confirmed to have direct ties to Doomsday. Those connections have since leaked (and it’s further evidence that we can’t have nice things).

Several scenes from Encore have been making the rounds on X following early screenings, and they’ve been getting scrubbed due to copyright violations. Be warned, that we’re mentioning light details about four scenes. One of those involves Chris Evans’ Steve Rogers, who’s set to return in Doomsday.

Without getting too specific, this Rogers-centric moment is an extension of a scene from the original Endgame cut and sees him interacting with a surprising visitor. Other leaked scenes involve the TVA – Time Variance Authority and Bruce Banner, which provides context on his whereabouts after his arrest in the box office hit Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Finally, there’s a moment involving Doctor Doom (played by the returning Robert Downey Jr.), which serves as a parallel to a major moment from Tony Stark’s own history.

Obviously, it's not legal that this material has somehow made its way online, and it's being scrubbed rather quickly, but it's not a surprise there are folks out there doing this. We've seen this with big Disney releases in the past. Remember all the leaks Star Wars faced? With all of the rumors swirling, I can't say I'm surprised the footage is getting around.

Over the past few months, Marvel Studios and directors Joe and Anthony Russo have been hyping up Encore and saying that fans must see it before checking out Doomsday later this year. The Russos previously confirmed that the movie would contain additional footage that was set amidst the story of their upcoming Marvel movie. So, on that token, it makes sense that some of Encore’s scenes would have the content lightly described above.

The Russos have been keeping Doomsday secrets close to the vest and, of course, they’ve been incredibly tight-lipped about what to expect from its 2027 follow-up, Avengers: Secret Wars. However, producer Kevin Feige did confirm that while Endgame was all about “endings,” Secret Wars is more about “beginnings” and setting the table for the future. I read that as the cap-wearing studio head teasing that MCU continuity will look quite different within the next few years.

Before we get too ahead of ourselves on that, we still have Encore and Doomsday to look forward to. While it’s a shame about the leaks, fans who don’t want to be spoiled entirely can actively work to avoid them. I can say that, for myself, my opening night screening of Endgame back in 2019 was truly sweet, and that was not only because of the film’s quality but also due to me going in with fresh eyes.

Check out Avengers: Endgame Encore when it hits theaters on September 25, and check out Avengers: Doomsday, which opens on December 18. Also, grab a Disney+ subscription and catch up on other MCU films of the Multiverse Saga.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is always releasing new content, both in theaters and streaming with a Disney+ subscription. The next live-action show coming to the streaming service is VisionQuest, which will bring back Paul Bettany and James Snyder as Vision and Ultron respectively. I've been wondering how the latter survived after seemingly being killed at the end of Avengers: Age of Ultron, and luckily we already have some answers.

Vision and Ultron's final scene was the jumping off point for VisionQuest, and fans who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order are curious about how Spader's villain will be brought back. During an interview with Empire Magazine (via Twitter), showrunner Terry Matalas confirmed how the robotic antagonist was brought back despite the character's death in the second Avengers movie. In his words:

Well, my mind is blown. Ultron's inclusion has been one of the biggest questions surrounding VisionQuest, and it's fun that we've gotten answers before the series premiers on Disney+ in October. Only time will tell how Vision saving Ultron ends up influencing their relationship throughout the forthcoming series.

VisionQuest will be the third chapter in the WandaVision trilogy, but clearly it'll also connect with the shared universe's big screen adventures. Despite Ultron seemingly being dead in-universe since 2015's Avengers movie, it turns out that Paul Bettany's signature character had been sitting on a big secret. Namely that he didn't actually kill his fellow sentient robot.

Vision has had a fascinating tenure in the MCU, and plenty of fans are hoping to see him return in upcoming Marvel movies. Paul Bettany's character started out as Tony Stark's AI assistant, before getting his own body in Avengers: Age of Ultron. He was killed (twice) in Avengers: Infinity War, before Wanda temporarily brought him back to life within her WandaVision hex. He perished again at the end of the series, but not before White Vision was brought to life. And that's presumably who we'll be following in the Disney+ series.

Even knowing how Ultron survived, there are still a ton of questions and fan theories about what might go down during VisionQuest's eight-episode season. Some fans are hoping to see the return of Wanda Maximoff, although has denied her involvement. Then there's the question of how much it might connect to the next two Avengers movies.

VisionQuest will premiere on Disney+ October 14th as part of the 2026 TV schedule, with new episodes presumably coming on Wednesdays. Luckily our wait for the third chapter in the WandaVision trilogy is nearly here... complete with James Spader's Ultron.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe remains wildly popular nearly two decades after its inception, with fans invested in upcoming Marvel movies. That's especially true for Jake Schreier's developing X-Men movie, especially once the leading cast was confirmed at D23. Halle Berry recently reacted to actress May Boyd taking over Storm, and I didn't expect her to name drop her infamous Catwoman movie in the process.

Fans who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order are hyped about the X-Men finally getting their own movie, especially with the Thunderbolts* director behind the camera. In a conversation with People, Berry was asked about Boyd being the next live-action Weather Witch, and she responded with:

While Storm actress Alexandra Shipp admitted reaching out to Halle Berry didn't go well, it sounds like the Oscar-winning actress has a great attitude about Maya Boyd taking on the mantle of Storm. She seems to thinks that the Broadway actress is going to crush it in this career-changing role.

It's a good time to be a fan of Marvel's mutants, as a number of OGs from the X-Men movies are going to reprise their role in Avengers: Doomsday. Unfortunately, Berry isn't expected to appear. Later in the same interview, the Die Another Day actress spoke more about the passing of the baton, offering:

She's not wrong. While I didn't expect Berry to bring up her Razzie-Award winning movie Catwoman, her sentiment rings true. Popular comic book characters are always getting new adaptations, both in live-action and animation. So no one truly owns the roles, and each new actor is able to bring their own interpretation to life. For Maya Boyd, she'll be the third actress to play Storm on the big screen.

I'm definitely eager to see what this new Storm brings to the table, and how it'll compare to the previous two versions (which are streaming with a Disney+ subscription). We'll just have to see if Berry ends up watching the developing movie.

As previously mentioned, Halle Berry has repeatedly denied that she's going to appear as part of the Avengers: Doomsday cast list. Despite this, fans are still convinced she might appear in either that project or Secret Wars. Anything's possible with the multiverse in play, even if another actor has already been cast to take on that role in future MCU titles.

The upcoming X-Men movie is currently expected to hit theaters on May 5th, 2028. First up is Avengers: Doomsday on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list. Whether or not Berry pops up remains to be seen.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is known for constantly releasing new content, both in theaters and streaming with a Disney+ subscription. The next upcoming Marvel movie heading to theaters is Avengers: Doomsday, and there are countless rumors about what The Russo Brothers might be bringing to the table. One new one claims Chris Hemsworth's Thor is going to fight another Avenger, and I really hope it ends up being legit.

What we know about Avengers: Doomsday is limited, so folks have been filling in the blanks with viral theories and rumors. Only time will tell which ones end up being legit, but with the multiverse in play just about anything is possible. A rumor from scooper James Mack (via SHH) claims that the God of Thunder will end up fighting none other than Benedict Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange. Let's break it all down.

We should probably take this with a grain of salt for the time being. The rumor claims that Thor will fight a variant of Strange called Boris, who will allegedly be a sidekick to Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom. Although the idea of seeing the Sorcerer Supreme and the God of Thunder coming to blows is thrilling enough I hope this rumor ends up being true.

Benedict Cumberbatch wasn't included in the Avengers: Doomsday cast announcement, so fans who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order are very curious to see whether or not Strange actually appears in the blockbuster. For his part, Cumberbatch claimed he was in the movie multiple times. Still, he hasn't been seen in Doomsday's trailers or promotional material so far.

The last time we saw Cumberbatch's hero was at the end of Doctor Strange 2, when he had a recently formed third eye. Specifically the Multiverse of Madness credits scene, where Charlize Theron's Clea appeared and took him off to some unknown destination. Fans think that these two actors might end up being the Latverian Witches whose costumes were shown at San Diego Comic-Con. That's just one theory circulating online; the fandom is largely in the dark about the next two Avengers movies.

Given how wildly powerful both Strange and Thor are in the MCU, I'm fascinating to see how their battle might go down in Doomsday. The God of Thunder is full of raw power, while Strange uses a variety of spells usually make for thrilling action sequences. I mean, who can forget him battling Thanos on Titan during Infinity War?

All will be revealed when Avengers: Doomsday hits theaters on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list. Fingers crossed that Strange has a role, and a battle with Thor to boot.

When it comes to upcoming Marvel TV shows, Daredevil: Born Again is arguably one of the most anticipated titles. The series will return to the small screen in 2027 for its third season, the details of which are still being kept tightly under wraps. However, fans just received some major news, as it’s been reported that Season 3 will also be the show’s last. Information about this is scant at the moment but, with the show’s endgame apparently in place, there may also be reason to believe there are issues unfolding behind the scenes.

News of Daredevil: Born Again’s cancellation arrives just a couple of months after the conclusion of principal photography on Season 3. As of this writing, Marvel Studios’ TV arm has yet to publicly comment on the decision to end the show. Interestingly enough, though, THR also reports that this development comes on the heels of the studio parting ways with showrunner Dario Scardapane. The EP’s contract was reportedly up, and Marvel chose not to renew it. Not only that, but this all comes at an interesting time for the show.

Per the trade, Born Again’s third season is in the midst of post-production, which means the series will have to move forward on that front without a showrunner at the helm. An insider for THR claims that post-production work is in its final stages, though the decision to remove Scardapane at this point is something of a head-scratcher. Ironically, Scardapane himself was a replacement showrunner, as he joined the show amid Season 1’s creative overhaul.

This latest cancellation comes at a very interesting time for Marvel, considering the studio made headlines (and caught some heat) months ago for dropping the axe on Wonder Man after it was initially renewed for a second season. At this point, a formal reason for that Emmy-nominated superhero comedy series has yet to be shared by the studio. However, according to a report, the MCU-set series’ conclusion was due to Disney allegedly not thinking it scored high enough viewership numbers to warrant another season.

As far as Born Again goes, now, there’s the question of exactly how the show’s storylines will be wrapped – or if they even will at all, depending on whether the writers knew Season 3 would be the end. The second season’s finale ended with Charlie Cox’s Matt Murdock revealing his identity as the Man Without Fear and later teaming up with Karen Page, Jessica Jones and many others to end the political reign of terror brought on by New York Mayor Wilson Fisk a.k.a. Kingpin. Ultimately, though Murdock also ended up in prison due to his vigilante-based activities.

Season 2’s closing installment also marked the return of Luke Cage, who reunited with Jessica Jones and their daughter, Danielle. Set photos have also revealed that Cage and Jones will also link up with Danny Rand (Iron Fist), marking a reunion of The Defenders. Nevertheless, it’s unclear exactly how they’ll factor into the upcoming season.

It’s incredibly bittersweet that Born Again is ending with Season 3, especially since its parent show (which originally aired on Netflix) also came to a close after three seasons. At the time, it was argued that that series’ cancellation felt premature, and I wouldn’t be surprised if a portion of fans were to feel the same about this latest development. As fans wait for that final stretch of episodes, I’m curious as to whether more details about the behind-the-scenes situation will emerge.

Daredevil: Born Again is set to return for its third and final season sometime in March 2027. In the meantime, fans can catch up on the show by streaming the first two seasons with a Disney+ subscription.

Joe and Anthony Russo have already made two of the biggest superhero movies ever with Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame, and the experience taught them just how brutal it can be to make two massive Avengers movies back-to-back. Naturally, they agreed to do it again. The brothers are now directing the 2026 calendar release Avengers: Doomsday, with Secret Wars set to follow exactly one year later. Ahead of their next Marvel double-header, they’ve been looking back at just how chaotic that first round really was.

In a recent Instagram post, the two brothers shared memories of their last go-round, and they are especially funny. Mostly because Anthony Russo apparently became physically ill during his month off, and the way they documented the experience feels very on-brand. As you can see in the photo below, one brother (and one film) was down, but they soon had to jump back in the superhero movie-making saddle. Check it out below:

The Russos haven’t romanticized their previous experience working back-to-back Avengers films. They’ve been open about that period being exhausting, which feels like an understatement once you understand the schedule they were actually under. The brothers shot Infinity War and Endgame with only about four weeks between productions. During that tiny window, Anthony got pneumonia. Nothing says “successful filmmaking partnership” quite like your sibling contracting a respiratory infection during the allotted recovery period.

Joe explained that wrapping one movie did not really mean wrapping anything. They immediately moved into post-production while preparing the next film, then devoted weeks traveling around the world doing press before heading back to set. The Russos repeated some version of that grind throughout their original Marvel run, which also included Captain America: The Winter Soldier and Civil War.

Suddenly their decision to step away after Endgame makes considerably more sense. They spent the following years making movies including Cherry, The Gray Man and The Electric State, while producing projects through AGBO. Joe has said they needed some distance after seven years inside the MCU machine.

Yet Marvel came calling again, and the brothers are now deep into another enormous two-movie run. Earlier in the process, Joe joked that they “may or may not survive” making the films fairly back-to-back in London. At least everyone knows where the pharmacy is this time.

The schedule has not been identical to Infinity War and Endgame. There has been more breathing room between the productions, but the Russos are still overlapping the work in a pretty punishing way. As of September, they were finishing the score and edit on Doomsday while already “soft prepping” Secret Wars.

The scale is ridiculous even by Marvel standards. Doomsday brings together the Avengers, Fantastic Four, Wakandans, New Avengers and returning members of the Fox-era X-Men films, with Robert Downey Jr. coming back to the MCU as Doctor Doom.

Avengers: Doomsday hits theaters Dec. 18, with Secret Wars following Dec. 17, 2027. You can also revisit the conclusion of their first two Avengers films, as Endgame heads back to theaters on September 25. But if you can’t wait that long, you can revisit all the Marvel movies in order, streaming with a Disney+ subscription.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day marked Tom Holland’s seventh time playing the beloved Marvel superhero. And, as the actor has admitted lately, doing stunts isn’t like they were when he first started playing the character at 18. He’s got to stretch and take more breaks than before. And, funny enough, that fact actually inspired one great gag in the movie.

Those who've seen Brand New Day probably remembers the stretching scene. (I mean hasn’t everyone seen it? It just surpassed a top-grossing Star Wars movie at the box office, and it's the highest grossing film amongst 2026 movie releases.) Right before the wall-crawler fights some bad guys in the third act, he stops and works out his body a bit. Here’s what Tom Holland had to say about how that scene came to be:

Holland shared the story while on Late Night With Seth Meyers, and it is too good! I love this behind-the-scenes bit from the fan-favorite actor because, when I saw the scene for the first time, it felt like a natural requirement for Spidey given the character is a bit older now.

On an even funnier note Holland shared that he and the crew almost took the stretching bit in Brand New Day even further. In his words:

It's hard not to love the hilarious ideas Holland and director Destin Daniel Cretton were coming up with while filming Brand New Day. All in all, it sounds like a very collaborative and fun process on set.

As Holland admitted on the Late Night, reprising the role of Spider-Man this time was “a real kick in the nuts” and a “reality check” for him, because his body isn’t the same as it was when he first started over a decade ago. And, as he joked in another interview, he’s starting to feel "too old for this".

Holland turned 30 back in June and, five years prior, he actually made a comment that generated a lot of discussion. The Cherry star said, “If I’m playing Spider-Man after I’m 30, I’ve done something wrong.” Holland recently responded to the quote, saying that “maybe I need to change the quote to 37.”

The actor may not be a teenager anymore, but I definitely like to see him continue playing the character. He got super jacked this time around, proving he's still in great shape. Not only that, but it definitely feels like there’s a lot more that can be explored with his Peter Parker before he passes the baton.

Another Spider-Man movie hasn’t been added to the list of upcoming Marvel movies, but we know he’ll return. And let Tom Holland's BTS story remind us to remember to stretch before exercise. Because, hey even the friendly neighborhood hero needs to!

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is a well-oiled machine, one that's constantly introducing new characters. Fans who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order will remember Tom Holland making his debut as Peter Parker/Spider-Man in Captain America: Civil War (which is streaming with a Disney+ subscription). During that first movie, he got some A+ advice about improvising from the one and only Robert Downey Jr.

Just like Tony Stark helped guide Peter Parker as a superhero, RDJ had a mentor relationship with Holland IRL. Prior to Spider-Man: Brand New Day breaking records at the box office, the 30-year-old actor spoke in a video from IGN's Instagram about some helpful advice he got from Downey early in his Marvel tenure. In his words:

Well, that was honest. Rather than pretending he was doing specific work regarding all the tech talk in the MCU, the Oscar-winning actor got real and admitted he just makes stuff up when talking to J.A.R.V.I.S. and the rest of Tony Stark's computer assistants. And that no doubt influenced Tom Holland's work in future Marvel movies he'd star in after Civil War.

Despite this admission, fans would probably never realize that Robert Downey Jr. was just making stuff up during his countless tech scenes throughout the MCU. That's why they pay him the big bucks, after all. In the same interview, Tom Holland spoke more about the lesson he learned, offering:

Tony Stark and Peter Parker are both geniuses, so Holland has had to do plenty of wild tech speak throughout the MCU as well. Luckily, RDJ's advice took the pressure off, and now the Odyssey actor is super comfortable with those scenes, even dubbing himself "dumb smart." Just like his mentor, he's pulled it off despite not having the same expertise as his signature character.

I have to wonder if Robert Downey Jr. is going to have to do similar improvisation when he returns to the MCU as Doctor Doom in the next two Avengers movies. He's expected to be playing a very different character in those titles, so maybe he won't have as much tech-based dialogue. What we know about Doomsday is super limited, so fans will have to wait and see how it all goes down this winter.

Avengers: Doomsday will hit theaters on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list. It's unclear if Spider-Man will end up factoring in, but the Brand New Day credits scene did seem to tease a role in either that blockbuster or Secret Wars. Fingers crossed we get to see Holland and Downey back on screen together.

Stephen Colbert spent more than two decades behind a late-night desk, first on The Colbert Report and then The Late Show. So, when he returned to late night this week as a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, I expected some nostalgia, a few jokes about suddenly having a lot more free time and maybe some reflection on the end of his CBS run. But I did not expect Captain America’s shield to become part of the handoff.

The CBS veteran made his first late-night appearance since The Late Show ended in May, sitting down with Jimmy Kimmel during the 2026 TV schedule, a night after his former show won the Emmy for Outstanding Variety Series. Near the end of the interview, Kimmel revealed that Colbert had quietly sent him a very special piece of his old set after CBS dismantled it. As the former Late Show Host explained:

The story got even better from there. According to the longtime television mainstay, then-Marvel Comics editor-in-chief Joe Quesada reached out after Captain America’s death with some important information concerning Steve Rogers’ last wishes. He continued:

The shield became one of those pieces of set dressing that longtime viewers probably stopped consciously noticing after a while, but it followed Colbert through two major chapters of his career. It hung on The Colbert Report and later moved with him to CBS when The Late Show with Stephen Colbert premiered in 2015.

Once The Late Show was over, though, the longtime host already knew where he wanted it to go. He added:

That is where this whole chat got me. Colbert could easily have kept one of the most recognizable objects from his television career. He could have taken it home, hung it in an office or tucked it away with decades of memorabilia. Instead, he gave it to another late-night host.

When Kimmel brought the shield onto the stage and asked whether he could hang it permanently inside the Jimmy Kimmel Live! studio, The former political satirist didn’t hesitate. “It’s your shield, man,” Colbert told him.

Kimmel seemed genuinely touched by the gesture and immediately started figuring out where the shield should live. Rather than disappearing into a backstage display case, he carried it across the studio and mounted it near the producers’ area, where he said he would be able to see it while delivering his monologue every night. You can watch the entire exchange, which was posted to the official Jimmy Kimmel Live! Instagram account, below.

The two hosts spent years as competitors, but they have also become increasingly public friends. During the writers’ strike, the two teamed with Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers and John Oliver for the Strike Force Five podcast. Kimmel publicly supported Colbert after CBS announced that The Late Show would end, while Colbert later backed Kimmel for the Emmy despite their shows competing in the same category.

Kimmel also found the appropriately grim late-night punchline, joking about leaving the shield there “permanently,” or at least for however long permanence exists in late-night television these days. Given everything that's happened in the format lately, and the President's continued jabs at the host and his series, the joke lands particularly hard.

Still, the shield gives the moment some real weight. From Comedy Central to CBS, Colbert carried it from one era of his career to another, and rather than letting it become a museum piece when his own show ended, he made sure it stayed part of late-night television. That’s a pretty great way to pass the torch. Or, in this case, the vibranium.

Jimmy Kimmel Live on ABC airs weeknights at 11:35 p.m. / 10:35 p.m. Central on ABC and then streams for anyone with a Hulu subscription.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is nearing its 20th anniversary, and it's a well-oiled machine at this point. And while moviegoers are always excited about upcoming Marvel movies, the hype surrounding Avengers: Doomsday is on another level. The Doomsday cast announcement revealed its huge ensemble, but more names were added like Chris Evans and Hayley Atwell. And it turns out they had some adorable code names while on set.

What we know about Avengers: Doomsday is limited, but fans are eager to see entire teams of heroes unite against Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom. The viral teaser with Captain America confirmed that Evans was returning as Steve Rogers, but the studio went to great lengths to hide both him and Hayley Atwell on set. Let's break it all down.

What Hayley Atwell Said About Her Doomsday Code Name

While recently appearing at For the Love of Fantasy & Sci-Fi (via YouTube) Hayley Atwell got real about Marvel's tight security for the next Avengers movie. We previously learned that Chris Evans was given the code name "Luke Cage" for the blockbuster, in order to keep his appearance secret. It turns out that Atwell was given her own, and fans who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order will appreciate it. In the Mission: Impossible actress' words:

Honestly, I love this. Obviously this is a reference to Jessica Jones, a character famously played by Krysten Ritter in the MCU. In both the comics an onscreen Jessica and Luke Cage have a romantic connection, just as Steve Rogers and Peggy Carter are soulmates in the shared universe. And while we presumably won't see Luke and Jessica in Doomsday, at least they were there in spirit via these secret code names.

Later in the same convention appearance, Atwell also revealed that she was surprised she wasn't included in the Doomsday announcement with all those chairs. In her words:

Could you imagine? Despite knowing that she had a role as Peggy Carter, Hayley Atwell began to worry she got cut after not being included in the Doomsday cast announcement. But Kevin Feige assured audiences that it wasn't the full cast, and eventually we got separate reveals about both Atwell and Chris Evans. We'll just have to wait and see how these characters factor into the action, after finally getting their dance in Endgame.

Chris Evan's Previous Comments About His Coe Name

Chris Evans spoke about his Doomsday codename in a video from Fan Expo's YouTube, where he told the audience about how the studio guarded his top secret role. At the convention he shared:

As fans know, Luke was famously played by Mike Colter in the Netflix Marvel TV shows, including Luke Cage, Jessica Jones and The Defenders. Fans have been missing him, but luckily Colter will reprise his role in Daredevil: Born Again Season 3, alongside other members of The Defenders. As such, I have to wonder if new code names will have to be thought up for Avengers: Secret Wars.

Avengers: Doomsday will hit theaters on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list. We'll just have to see how Atwell and Evans (and their nicknames) factor into the mysterious blockbuster's contents.

Remember when the Blade movie was announced? When we learned about it at San Diego Comic-Con back in 2019, there was a palpable excitement around Mahershala Ali playing the vampire hunter. But it’s been over seven years since then, and Blade is no longer expected among upcoming Marvel movies. As if I wasn’t bummed already, the movie’s former director shared some more details about it.

Blade Director Spills Details About Scrapped Movie

In 2021, Bassam Tariq was tapped to direct the MCU’s own Blade movie. And, in a new interview with The Wrap he spoke about the scrapped movie. The filmmaker said he spent a year and a half getting ready for production on the film. He moved his family to Atlanta, where he initially planned to shoot it, and pre-production was “well underway.”

The part of his new comments that really feel like a stab with a sword is this. The movie was going to take place in the 1920s for part of it, and its costume designer was Ruth Carter. Now, Carter is an Oscar-winning costume designer who did both Black Panther movies along with Malcolm X and Sinners. And according to Tariq, she even used some of the unused costumes she had made for Blade on Sinners.

That’s without mentioning the fact that Sinners’ Delroy Lindo was also cast in late 2021 alongside Pearl’s Mia Goth and Lanterns’ lead Aaron Pierre. We also know that Andor’s DP Damián García had been hired and a major train set had been built, per The Hollywood Reporter. I have such FOMO about a movie so many fans like myself have been anticipating for years, and now it may never come.

But what it did do is make fast friends out of Ali and Tariq, who said at no point did they ever discuss working on subsequent projects while in Blade mode. He also shared:

Call it disaster-laden kismet, but at least something good came out of the rubble of that unproduced project.

Why Isn’t Mahershala Ali’s Blade No Longer Happening?

From 2021 to 2025, Blade’s script was passed along by a ton of writers and hired two more directors to take the helm after Bassam Tariq left the project in 2023. In July, Mahershala confirmed he wouldn’t be Blade anymore saying: “If they wanted to do it, we would’ve done it.” It’s a disappointment because Mahershala Ali was perfect casting for the vampire hunter, and even pitched himself for the role himself! Marvel boss Kevin Feige even said he feels like “gigantic loser and failure” for never successfully getting it off the ground.

There is a bright side, though. Due to Bassim Tariq and Mahershala Ali connecting on Blade, they ended up making a movie together called Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother. The action movie on the 2026 movie schedule follows Ali as a middle-class hitman who goes on a desperate quest to protect his three kids after the death of his wife. The movie allowed Ali to use his sword training skills he learned for Blade.

The Blade letdown I feel isn’t going away anytime soon, but I’ll be in line for Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother, which has a wide theatrical release on October 5.

Ever since Guardians Of The Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind opened at Walt Disney World’s Epcot back in 2022, there’s a fun game guests can play while they wait. Which one of the six classic songs will they get when they go on the ride? This September, and for one day only, there’s going to be a little twist regarding the coaster’s soundtrack.

The indoor roller coaster, which utilizes a thrilling reverse-launch feature, famously has the Earth, Wind & Fire jam “September” on the playlist. And this year on September 21, the song will be blasting on the ride all day and night. Check out the announcement:

This is so fun. The song famously opens with the lyrics “Do you remember the 21st night of September?”, you will absolutely get to rock with the Guardians of the Galaxy to the song. The 1978 disco song continues to be a hit that’s fun to jam to as the season changes to fall, and you got to love how Walt Disney World found a way to celebrate it.

Usually, it’s a roll of the dice regarding what song you’re going to hear on Cosmic Rewind. The other options are “One Way Or Another” by Blondie, “Conga!” by Gloria Estefan, “I Ran (So Far Away)” by A Flock of Seagulls, “Everybody Wants To Rule The World” by Tears for Fears and “Disco Inferno” by The Trammps. All great tracks, but on September 21, there will be no more fitting track than the one that namechecks the date itself.

Funny enough none of those songs have been featured in a Guardians of the Galaxy movie, but they sure do fit the ride. As Disney Imagineer Zach Riddley revealed ahead of the opening of Cosmic Rewind, they tested a hundred songs to find “that perfect balance for the song choices”, per Instagram. He’s said his personal favorite is “Everyone Wants To Rule The World” at the time.

Prior to Cosmic Rewind’s opening at Epcot, another Disney Parks ride started this trend of randomized songs for the House of Mouse. It’s the other Guardians of the Galaxy ride, Mission: Breakout! On the accelerated drop tower dark ride you can either get “Burning Love” by Elvis Presley, “Free Ride” by Edgar Winter Group, ”I Want You Back” by The Jackson 5, “Give Up The Funk” by Parliament, “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” by Pat Benatar or “Born To Be Wild” by Steppenwolf.

The trend is also added to one of the newest Walt Disney World attractions, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. But, in that ride it’s reimagined versions of popular songs by The Electric Mayhem special cameos and features from Jennifer Hudson, Def Leppard, Kelly Clarkson and Questlove.

We can’t think of a better way to spend September 21 than on Cosmic Rewind. If you’re going this Monday, you gotta do it!

The Blade development saga has arguably become one of the most discussed topics related to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in recent years. Back in 2019, Marvel Studios announced that a film centered on the vampire hunter was in development, with Mahershala Ali signed on to play the lead role. The project subsequently went through several filmmakers and screenwriters and doesn’t seem to be happening at this point, at least with Ali anyways. Still, he sees a silver lining to having been attached to the film that I wouldn’t have imagined.

As of late, Ali has been promoting Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother, an action thriller from writer/director Bassim Tariq (who was originally set to helm Blade). The 2026 movie schedule entry sees Ali playing a sword-wielding mercenary and, with that, he had to undergo the necessary training. And, as the star recently revealed to Deadline (as seen on Instagram) at the Toronto International Film Festival, he can thank Marvel Studios for handling the bill for his training, which was originally meant for his role as the Daywalker:

That’s definitely one way to turn lemons into lemonade. Serious training like Ali’s can indeed be expensive and a lower-profile flick like Tariq’s doesn’t have Marvel-level resources. And, based on the footage that’s been shown of the movie thus far, it seems that Ali puts all that prep to very good use. Still, it’s all very bittersweet, considering he’s not swinging that sword while in character as Eric Brooks and taking on blood-thirsty creatures of the night.

Earlier this summer, Ali got real about Blade not moving forward and, while he meant to convey “no offense” towards Marvel Studios, he opined that if the Disney-owned company “wanted to do it, we would've done it.” Amid his interview with Deadline, the Jurassic World Rebirth star was once again asked if the MCU movie was officially done, and he said the following:

Months ago, it was rumored that Ali’s Blade might still appear in a different live-action MCU movie since his solo flick didn’t pan out. Fans haven’t been too pleased about the film’s apparent demise, and one person even called out Marvel for “fumbling” Ali twice due to his abbreviated stint on Luke Cage. However, series creator Cheo Hodari Coker shut down that claim, explaining that Ali only joined the show on the condition that he could exit after seven episodes to work on other projects.

The fact that Mahershala Ali will likely never headline his own MCU film stings even more than a vampire bite. However, as a fan of his, I’m at least glad to hear about his Marvel-paid training being put to good use for his new movie. Speaking of which, check out Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother when it opens in theaters nationwide on September 25.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is a well-oiled machine, one that consistently releases exciting new content in theaters and streaming with a Disney+ subscription. There are a number of upcoming Marvel movies to look forward to, and anticipation for the next two Avengers movies are at a fever pitch. And now some fans are convinced that Dafne Keen's X-23 is going to have a role in Secret Wars. Let's break it all down.

What we know about Doomsday is limited, but fans who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order are already looking forward to its sequel. Logan star Dafne Keen recently reprised her role a X-23 in Deadpool & Wolverine, and now fans think she might already be appearing in Secret Wars. The chatter came when Fan Expo Dallas' post confirmed she had to drop out of the event, which fans think happened so she could shoot Secret Wars across the pond. Some responses online include:

• Secret Wars just started filming so I'm taking this as a sign that Luke Cage and Laura will be there. And I guess Hellboy?
• Of course Dafne Keene cancelled
• Dafne Keen has canceled an appearance at a Fan Expo due to “scheduling issues.” Fan speculation says that Keen might be on her way to London to film scenes for Avengers: Secret Wars

While Infinity War and Endgame were filmed back to back, The Russo Brothers didn't repeat that move for the next two Avengers flicks. Principal photography is expected to start filming any day now, so the timing of Keen departing her convention appearance is turning heads. We'll just have to wait and see whether or not she actually has a role in Secret Wars. After all, we know basically nothing about what The Russos have up their sleeves for that title.

If Avengers: Secret Wars follows along with the story from the plot line, we'll be watching as Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom creates and rules over a new universe called Battleworld. Typically this sees Spider-Man assembling his own team of heroes to battle their way out. So it feels like just about anything could happen in that upcoming movie.

Dafne Keen made a huge impact when she debuted as Laura/X-23 in James Mangold's Logan. Despite being just 11 years old at the time of filming, the Acolyte actress brought a heartbreaking performance and Wolverine-like ferocity to her bloody action sequences. And while the X-23 movie never ended up happening, seeing her pop up in Deadpool & Wolverine was wildly satisfying for fans.

Not only did she get to kick more ass in Shawn Levy's movie, but she was also present during Deadpool 3's happy ending, sitting around the dinner table with Logan, Wade, and his friends. Fans think she'll be in Secret Wars, but only time will tell if that ends up happening.

Avengers: Doomsday will hit theaters on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list. As for Secret Wars, that'll arrive a year later on December 17th, 2027. As such, filming had better start soon.

Over the last decade and change, The Marvel Cinematic Universe has grown into a behemoth franchise that spans both movies and TV shows that air with a Disney+ subscription. Fans who have watched the Marvel movies in order have seen how Tom Holland got a reputation for accidentally spoiling movies, often going viral in the process. But how does the 30 year-old actor feel about this perception?

Holland is a beloved part of the MCU, with Spider-Man: Brand New Day beating out even Avengers: Endgame's box office haul. But aside from his A+ performances as Peter Parker, he's also known for repeatedly spoiling movies, despite Marvel's tight security. In a video from the Happy Sad Confused podcast, the Odyssey actor was asked about how folks are constantly dunking on him about spoilers, responding with:

Talk about a good attitude. While some actors might hate that the public is constantly poking fun at their mistakes, that's not the case for Tom Holland. Instead, he kind of likes the way he can be the butt of the joke. Clearly he's not taking all the memes and jabs too seriously.

Of course, he's not the only Marvel actor who has a penchant for spoilers. The same can also be said for Mark Ruffalo, who famously ruined Infinity War's ending before its release. In that interview, Holland went on to share his POV, offering:

What a self-aware king. It looks like, while he does sometimes let things slip, he and the promotional team behind the Spider-Man movies can sometimes lean into it. That might explain viral moments he's had like live streaming as he opened a box that revealed Infinity War's poster and release date. Or perhaps its another one of his viral snafus from across his Marvel career.

In the same podcast, Tom Holland went on to share why he's gotten such a reputation for having loose lips. Namely because of his fandom and excitement for his role as Peter Parker in the MCU. As he put it:

That type of excitement is palpable as Holland does press tours for the Spider-Man movies, although it can sometimes get out of control when he says something he's not supposed to. But that enthusiasm also translates to his performances throughout the MCU, which are filled with childlike wonder and naivety that have made him a standout Peter Parker.

Luckily, Tom Holland managed to finish the press tour of Spider-Man: Brand New Day without revealing too much. That movie is still in theaters now as part of the 2026 movie release list. Now fans are hoping he appears in one of the next two Avengers movies, with Doomsday arriving on December 18th.

Disney acquiring 20th Century Fox gave fans their wish to have the X-Men join the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Fast forward several years later, and that reboot is finally taking shape, with director Jake Schreier at the helm. The X-Men cast is also filling out and, as part of that, Obsession’s Inde Navarrette is playing Rogue. There's a lot to consider with the beloved character and, as of late, I've been wondering how Navarrette will approach the superhuman’s southern accent. Thankfully, her take on that proves just how seriously she's taking her MCU role.

Fans’ original guesses regarding who Inde Navarrette would play in X-Men included characters like Mystique, Kitty Pryde, Laura Kinney and Psylocke. At this point, though fans seem psyched that she'll likely be playing the mutant with white-highlighted hair and the ability to absorb powers. Just recently Navarette caught up with ET and was asked about what she's thinking in regard to Rogue's southern way of speaking. And it sounds like she's really been doing her homework:

I’m glad the 13 Reasons Why actress is really giving thought to the character's accent. During the first installment of 20th Century Fox’s X-Men movie series, Anna Paquin’s version of Rogue had a slightly southern accent. However, as the movies went on, that accent essentially became non-existent.

So it's great that Navarrette -- along with her collaborators -- are seeking to accurately portray the young superhero as presented in the comics. It's also sweet that she's looking to draw on her own southern roots as a way of informing her performance. Not all southern accents are the same, of course, so she will indeed need to zero in on that Mississippi dialect for the upcoming Marvel movie.

I’ve got to say that I’m excited for a new Rogue. As much as I love Anna Paquin’s portrayal, the famed Marvel character is completely underused in the Fox movies. She's either portrayed as a damsel in distress or a solemn young women struggling with her powers being a curse rather than a gift. My hope is that Navarette potrays the character with the vigor and wit she possesses in the comics.

Rogue aside, Marvel Studios is crafting quite a lineup for its X-Men film in terms of both cast and characters. Joining Navarette is Sadie Sink, who reprises her role as Jean Grey from Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Kit Connor (Cyclops), Christopher Abbott (Professor X), Maya Boyd (Storm), Samara Weaving (Emma Frost) and Adam Driver (Mister Sinister). Talk about a sweet ensemble.

I'm exciting to see all of these MCU newcomers take on their roles, but I'm particularly eager to see Navarrette take on the mutant Southern Belle. Should the actress truly commit to her craft, the first time she says "Sugah!" could be downright perfect.

See Inde Navarrette in the upcoming X-Men movie, which hits theaters on May 5th, 2028. You can also revisit the original film franchise that started it all using a Disney+ subscription.

Bucky Barnes has survived falling from a train, decades of HYDRA brainwashing, being snapped out of existence and more superhero brawls than I can reasonably count. Yet as we get closer to Avengers: Doomsday's release on the 2026 movie calendar release, longtime Marvel fans are growing increasingly more concerned, looking at the Winter Soldier like someone in an action movie who just announced he’s two days from retirement. Which can only mean an almost certain untimely demise. Well, True Believers, Sebastian Stan is well aware of your concerns, and he has a pretty great take.

With the upcoming Marvel movie bringing Bucky back alongside a ridiculously crowded collection of Avengers, the MCU’s Fantastic Four members and returning Fox-era X-Men, theories suggesting the longtime MCU hero could finally meet his end have been circulating for months. During a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, which was shared on Instagram, the Thunderbolts* star shared his take:

Sir, I appreciate the very thoughtful answer. But it is also precisely the sort of answer you’d expect from an actor who’s spent more than a decade in the Marvel moviemaking machine. He knows where his bread is buttered, and he ain’t about to cross Mr. Kevin Feige (the head of Marvel Studios).

Stan has played Bucky since 2011’s Captain America: The First Avenger, meaning Doomsday arrives more than 15 years after he first stood beside Steve Rogers. In that time, Bucky went from Steve’s best friend to one of Marvel’s most effective assassins, then spent years trying to claw his way back toward something resembling a normal life.

His most recent appearance in Thunderbolts* finally gave him another team, this time as its leader. Killing him immediately after all that would be so mean. Which, unfortunately, is not to say that sort of action would be beneath Marvel. Au contraire, mon frère. If you’ve watched all the Marvel movies and shows, then you already know the comic book movie juggernaut has a long history of landing a well-placed emotional punch to fans’ bread boxes. So, I don't rule out any possibility.

Though there is no clear-cut reason for so many fan speculation about Bucky's death, in particular, the theories have stuck around. Part of that may be because Stan is confirmed for Avengers: Doomsday, but he hasn't been part of the currently announced Avengers: Secret Wars lineup. His move into, for him, a new superhero movie franchise with The Batman: Part II also caused fans to wonder whether his Marvel days might be winding down, even though there is no real reason he couldn’t work in both universes. His Batman role remains unconfirmed.

Then there is the movie itself. Marvel describes Doomsday as bringing heroes from three universes into a collision with an existential threat, with Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom sitting at the center of the chaos. This is the first Avengers movie since Endgame, and I have a hard time believing the Russos will send every beloved legacy character home without making us mourn somebody. We are just getting RDJ back as the new baddy, and Evan’s Cap returning after his happy ending; it would be insane for them to kill either of them off. But, you know who would hurt? Bucky would hurt.

Still, I’m not ready to start engraving the tombstone. Stan recently revealed that he even pitched Kevin Feige a smaller, Sicario-style Winter Soldier movie centered on Bucky becoming obsessed with someone connected to his brainwashed past. That hardly sounds like an actor desperate to toss the metal arm into storage forever.

Then again, Marvel actors politely smiling through questions they absolutely cannot answer is practically an MCU tradition. So I’ll take Stan’s advice and live with the uncertainty. Even if I don’t appreciate the way he said it, Mr. Barnes' fictional life hangs in the balance.

Avengers: Doomsday hits theaters on Dec. 18 and, in the meantime, fans can catch up on Bucky Barnes' journey by streaming MCU movies and shows with a Disney+ subscription.

Paul Bettany has had quite the journey within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The veteran actor got involved with the MCU after Jon Favreau called to say he needed someone with the “voice of a personality-less robot” for the role of the A.I. system J.A.R.V.S. Bettany’s role expanded when his character was transformed into the Vision in 2015’s Avengers: Age of Ultron. Since then, he’s remained with the franchise, playing different iterations of the android, and Bettany has a good (non-money-related) reason for staying aboard.

At present, Bettany is looking towards the release of VisionQuest, which will see him play White Vision following the events of 2021’s WandaVision. It’s probably a foregone conclusion that the A Knight’s Tale alum has made a pretty penny by starring in the massive MCU movies and TV shows. When asked about what he wanted to see out of the franchise next, Bettany joked about wanting to see “a massive paycheck.” But as he explained to SFX Magazine on CinemaBlend, there’s a deeper reason why he has stuck around for so long:

So what seems to resonate with Bettany is how people identify with his character being an outsider of sorts. It’s true that many of the MCU’s heroes are outliers in some form or another (i.e. the Guardians of the Galaxy, the Thunderbolts/New Avengers). However, Vision definitely differs from his peers in that he’s a robotic being trying to navigate environments mostly inhabited by humans. That’s such a vital aspect of the hero’s characterization, and I love that Bettany is still drawn to that even after all these years.

I can still remember being 14 and going to see the first Iron Man movie amid opening weekend in 2008, during which I heard Paul Bettany voice J.A.R.V.I.S. for the first time. Favreau’s instincts about him being the perfect person for the role were right and, years later, Bettany proved he was the right man to portray Vision as well. In hindsight, it’s also wild to think that Bettany owes his Avengers role, in part, to the box office failure of the action horror film Priest. Of course, the British actor has come a long way from that misfire.

Bettany has a lot to celebrate with VisionQuest’s debut on the 2026 TV schedule, and he seems thrilled to have been able to tell this chapter in the titular character’s story. The show sees White Vision laying low while also trying to reconcile his memories with who he wants to be now. Along the way, he receives help from fellow A.I. creations, including his devilishly droll father, Ultron (James Spader), whose relationship with his son is quite hilariously contentious. Vision’s world will also be thrown for a loop due to the arrival of Tommy Shepherd (Ruaridh Mollica), a reincarnation of one of his and Wanda Maximoff’s sons.

With the upcoming Marvel show’s premiere date looming, it’s hard not to wonder what lies ahead for Vision after that. Nothing official has been confirmed, as of this writing, though Bettany teased that the end of the series leaves the door open for some cool opportunities. I wouldn’t mind if Bettany were to keep playing the role as long as the writers keep giving him compelling material.

Check out all of Paul Bettany’s appearances as Vision in the MCU by streaming them with a Disney+ subscription. And be sure to be seated when VisionQuest premieres on the streamer on October 14.

It's an exciting time to be a MCU fan, with Spider-Man: Brand New Day breaking records and Avengers: Doomsday hitting theaters in December. But there's another upcoming Marvel movie that's been making headlines: Jake Schreier's developing X-Men movie. Broadway actress Maya Boyd will be playing Storm in that project, and after posting a recent photo dump, the comments are all saying the same thing.

In mid-August, (most of) the X-Men cast was revealed at D23, with names including Kit Connor, Obsession star Inde Navarrette and Adam Driver. Boyd was also confirmed to be playing Storm, and fans are invested in what she'll bring to Ororo Munroe. She recently posted a photo dump in a Storm-adjacent outfit, check it out below:

The three-time Broadway star looks ready for a stat-studded MCU premiere, despite the new X-Men movie not expected to hit theaters until 2028. And while Boyd's fit isn't exactly Storm's signature white costume, it does seem to invoke the beloved Weather Witch.

I immediately thought of Storm after seeing this image, and I clearly wasn't the only one. The comments section of Maya Boyd's post is filled with fans sharing similar sentiments. You can see a handful of those responses below:

• Ororo DEFINITELY popped out in slide number 3⚡️⚡️⚡️
• a storm’s a brewin’
• mama a storm behind u ⛈️
• That’s storm right there 🌩️
• You have the whole world rooting for you! Give them the forecast! ⚡️⚡️⚡️

Despite Boyd being a relative unknown compared to the rest of her X-Men co-stars, the fandom seems to be behind her casting. And while it's exciting that the OG stars of the X-Men movies will be back as part of the Avengers: Doomsday cast, it's arguably more thrilling that we'll be getting a brand new version of the team on the big screen. And that includes Maya Boyd's Storm.

Boyd will likely become a household name as a result of the MCU X-Men film, especially because she's playing such a beloved member of the team. She's already become synonymous with that role, and one comment from her recent photo dump pointed this out by saying:

They're not wrong. The same can be said for her predecessor Halle Berry, who fans want to see in Doomsday despite her insisting she doesn't have a role. And since Boyd is being introduced to audiences for the first time in X-Men, her association with thata role should be especially strong.

Fans who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order will recall that the X-Men were noticeably missing from the first few phases of the MCU. This was for legal reasons, but Disney's acquisition of 20th Century Fox finally opened the door for mutants to get in on the fun.

The X-Men movie isn't expected to hit theaters until May 5th, 2028. The next MCU project hitting theaters is Avengers: Doomsday on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list.

It's no secret that comic book movies are everywhere, with various cinematic universes competing for box office supremacy. Moviegoers who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order have watched Tom Holland's wildly popular tenure as Spider-Man (which is streaming with a Disney+ subscription), including Brand New Day's wild box office success. The actor recently mused about which superhero movie his Peter Parker would love, and some points were made.

While fans are wondering what upcoming Marvel movies he'll appear in next, Tom Holland is fresh off the promotion tour of both Brand New Day and The Odyssey. In an interview on Instagram for the latter movie, the 30 year-old actor was asked which of Christopher Nolan's movies would be his signature character's favorite. He responded with:

I'm not mad about this answer, as Holland offered a trifecta of A+ titles from the acclaimed filmmaker. Although his comments about The Dark Knight started a larger conversation about how Spider-Man might have reacted to Christopher Nolan's take on Batman. It's the DC/Marvel crossover I didn't know we needed.

The Dark Knight Trilogy (which is streaming with a HBO Max subscription) is universally acclaimed, so it tracks that Peter Parker would love the movies as well. In the same interview, the Uncharted actor mused about how he might have been influenced by seeing Nolan's Batman films, as he said in the same interview:

Honestly, this feels so on brand. Holland's Peter has the most childlike energy out of the three Spider-Men, so it tracks that he might have changed up his style if he got a chance to watch Christian Bale's Batman kick ass in the Dark Knight films. Although I have to assume that wearing a cape would make swinging on webs throughout New York City a bit more challenging.

During that interview, alongside Dark Knight Rises star Anne Hathaway, the Cherry actor went on to share how Spider-Man might have wanted to emulate Batman. As he put it:

Who needs to web swing if you've got your very own Spideymobile? I mean, Batman's signature ride is truly iconic, and its usually fit with an array of helpful weapons and gadgets. And given Peter Parker's intellect and proficiency with technology, it actually doesn't feel impossible that he'd get his own sweet ride. Now I kind of want to see this happen on the big screen.

I do wonder if superhero movies exist in the MCU. We saw that Rogers: The Musical went to Broadway in-universe, so are there film adaptations of The Avengers' missions? I need to know more.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day is still in theaters now as part of the 2026 movie release list. Fans are hoping to see Holland in one of the upcoming Avengers movies, but only time will tell if he shows up.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is always keeping the fandom on its collective toes, thanks to exciting new titles arriving in theaters and streaming with a Disney+ subscription. Folks are always looking forward to upcoming Marvel movies, but the anticipation surrounding The Russo Brothers' Avengers: Doomsday is on another level entirely. The revealed Doomsday cast list includes Tom Hiddleston's Loki, and the actor was recently asked if his signature character was going to die ... yet again. His attempts to not reveal any spoilers were almost comical.

What we know about Avengers: Doomsday is very limited, and there are countless rumors and theories about what might go down. Hiddleston recently appeared in the podcast Happy Sad Confused, where he was asked if he or Patrick Stewart will win for most onscreen Marvel deaths after the forthcoming blockbuster hits theaters. After debating how many times Loki has perished before our eyes, he said:

There's a video of the podcast, and watching Hiddleston struggle to respond without giving anything away is truly hilarious. Listen, Marvel's security is notoriously tight, and the man's been guarding the franchise's secrets for a decade and change. So, while he nearly said something he wasn't supposed to, the 45 year-old actor managed to get through the interview without revealing too much (much to my chagrin).

A number of MCU actors are known for accidentally revealing things they shouldn't, but Tom Hiddleston has historically not been one of them. For instance, Tom Holland has let a number of things slip over the years. Then there's Mark Ruffalo, who spoiled Infinity War's ending before the movie had officially hit theaters. The Thor star was not about to join those ranks, and managed to keep tight-lipped about Loki's fate in the next Avengers movie.

Fans who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order will recall that Loki has already "died" a number of times. He died in Thor's arms during The Dark World, although this was later revealed to be an illusion. The original version of the character then perished at the start of Infinity War, after unsuccessfully trying to take out Thanos. After that storyline was tidied up, there was Loki's Season 2 finale, which saw an alternate version of Tom Hiddleston's character physically hold the entire multiverse together at the End of Time.

Given his new multi-versal position, it should be interesting to see how Loki factors into the action of the next Avengers film. He was briefly shown in Doomsday's trailer, but there are more questions than answers about his role. And that includes whether or not we might see the God of Mischief die once again.

All will be revealed when Avengers: Doomsday hits theaters on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list. Fingers crossed that Loki makes it out of the mysterious blockbuster alive.

As quickly as the TV Gods giveth, they also taketh away, even when it’s a Marvel TV series that was already given the thumbs up to move forward. It was understandably shocking when Wonder Man got the axe despite previously earning a Season 2 renewal. Co-creator Andrew Guest confirmed the news, saying it wasn't due to any movie plans or scheduling conflicts among the cast or creative team. The ink was dry on the contracts and production was supposed to begin in early 2027, until the Yahya Abdul-Mateen II-starring series abruptly came to a halt.

In a sadly ironic bit of news, Abdul-Mateen landed an Emmy nomination for his performance as Simon Williams, an actor who also happens to have superpowers that give him superhuman strength and the ability to create explosions. Luckily, he wasn’t completely blindsided by the cancellation when it spread online, as he’d learned the unfortunate news ahead of the co-creator's post. During an interview promoting his 2026 movie release By Any Means, on the , the Candyman star told Screen Rant:

It’s never fun to have the plug pulled on a TV series while you still feel like there is more story to tell. It’s especially devastating when you know what you were doing connected with viewers in the way that you hoped it would, which was definitely the case with Wonder Man. But it’s great to hear such a positive attitude about the entire situation from Abdul-Mateen II, who still seems hopeful that maybe we could see his character again in the future.

I know I hope that will certainly be the case. You can check out the full clip of the comments here:

Even with all of this, fellow co-creator Destin Daniel Cretton doesn’t blame Marvel for Emmy-nominated Wonder Man’s cancellation, instead believing that if it were up to the president of Marvel Studios and primary producer of the MCU franchise, they would still be making the show. After all, Kevin Feige was directly responsible for helping convince Abdul-Mateen to sign on. Instead, it seems more likely that all the claims of Disney+ pulling back on live-action MCU TV series to focus more on theatrical releases are true, not of which makes it any less heartbreaking.

Somehow, through all of this, the Watchmen actor is just happy to be working and making projects that he’s clearly proud of. He’s happy about how the show turned out and the experience he had making it, which is really all you can ask in the unpredictable entertainment industry where you have no control over the final product or outcome. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II instead chooses to focus on the really great time it is to be in his shoes right now.

While the future of Marvel on Disney+ seems to be up in the air, there is still at least one more MCU TV show coming soon, with VisionQuest debuting via Disney+ subscription on October 14^th.

It's an exciting time for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with moviegoers looking forward to upcoming Marvel movies like Avengers: Doomsday. The developing X-Men movie's cast has also been revealed, and folks can't wait for them to finally join the shared universe. There are still questions about who might play other members of the team in other projects, and Gambit's previous voice actor knows who should play a live-action version of his character.

The Avengers: Doomsday cast list has a number of actors from the original X-Men movies, as well as Channing Tatum reprising the role of Gambit from Deadpool & Wolverine. But director Jake Schreier is assembling a younger cast for his movie, so a new actor will probably be needed if the beloved card-throwing mutant is going to get involved. In an interview with Collider, X-Men voice actor Chris Potter offered his recommendation for the next live-action Gambit, saying:

Honestly, I'm sold. Butler has been working non-stop as of late, with his star power growing thanks to acclaimed roles in Elvis, Dune: Part Two, and Caught Stealing. He's got the swagger to pull of Gambit, and has proven himself capable with dialect work. So why not give him Remy Lebeau's signature playing cards and staff and let him join the X-Men franchise?

Chris Potter knows Gambit well, as he voiced him in the original run X-Men: The Animated Series (which is streaming with a Disney+ subscription). While another actor took on the mantle in X-Men '97, he does have a role in that series as Cable. And I've got to say I agree with his thoughts about Austin Butler being a great choice for a live-action Gambit.

At the time of writing this story, there's no indication that Jake Schreier is actually planning on using that character in his X-Men movie. Instead the cast will include Sadie Sink's Jean Grey, Kit Connor's Cyclops, Samara Weaving's Emma Frost, Inde Navarrette's Rogue, Christopher Abbott's Professor X, Maya Boyd's Storm, and Adam Driver's villainous Mr. Sinister. We'll just have to see if any other characters end up being included in the fun as the movie gets closer to its 2028 release date. With Rogue part of the cast, there are plenty of fan who will want to see her paired with her love interest Gambit.

Fans who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order know that the X-Men were noticeably absent from the MCU during the height of its popularity. Disney's acquisition of 20th Century Fox finally opened the door for mutants to join the fun, and that's exactly what'll happen in Doomsday and the next X-Men flick.

The OG live-action mutants will be featured in Avengers: Doomsday when it hits theaters on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list. As for the new X-Men movie, that's currently expected to arrive on May 5th, 2028. Only time will tell if Gambit is included, and who gets to play that beloved character.