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Spider-Man originally knocked out Hulk in Brand New Day, but test audiences hated it
An alternate ending for the Spider-Man movie fight against Hulk revealed that test audiences disliked the original vision where Spider-Man knocked out Hulk too easily. The ending was reshot to have Hulk sacrifice himself, a change that was ultimately preferred over the initial concept.
The new Avengers: Doomsday trailer has fans convinced there's a huge Doctor Doom twist hiding in plain sight, and…
A new trailer for Avengers: Doomsday has sparked fan theories about a potential Doctor Doom twist, suggesting Robert Downey Jr. may not be the only iteration of the character. Close examination of the trailer reveals discrepancies in eye color and costume design between different appearances of Doom, leading to speculation about a possible transformation or the introduction of an evil variant, with Cillian Murphy being a popular fan casting for the latter.
Disney has released a list of "essential" Marvel movies to watch before Avengers: Doomsday, and fans are debating the most confusing omissions
Disney Plus has released a list of essential Marvel movies to watch before Avengers: Doomsday, sparking debate among fans due to notable omissions like Captain Marvel and The Marvels. The list includes films from various Marvel Cinematic Universe phases, as well as some older Fox-produced Marvel movies like X-Men and X2.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has crossed a huge box office milestone, and has already made more than No Way Home in 3 weeks
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has surpassed $2 billion at the global box office in under a month, exceeding the total gross of Spider-Man: No Way Home. The film is now aiming for a top 3 all-time global box office finish and has already broken opening weekend records. Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige attributed the success to a focus on narrative depth rather than scale.
Marvel boss Kevin Feige says they knew they couldn't make Spider-Man: Brand New Day "bigger" than No Way Home, so they decided to "go deeper and make it special"
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige revealed that the approach for Spider-Man: Brand New Day was to 'go deeper and make it special' rather than trying to surpass the scale of Spider-Man: No Way Home. He highlighted how the emotional core of Tom Holland's Peter Parker, now more alone after the events of No Way Home, is central to the new film's grounded narrative.
Marvel's X-Men movie release date, cast, story speculation, and more news
Marvel Studios has confirmed that a new X-Men movie is in development, with a release date tentatively set for May 5, 2028, following Avengers: Secret Wars. Director Jake Schreier and writer Lee Sung Jin aim to reboot the franchise, drawing inspiration from Chris Claremont's comic runs. Sadie Sink is confirmed as Jean Grey, with other cast members like Inde Navarrette as Rogue and Kit Connor as Cyclops also announced.
Avengers: Doomsday D23 special look teases a major Doctor Doom moment and the new Marvel mega-villain's backstory
A new special look at Avengers: Doomsday, debuted at D23, highlights a significant moment for Doctor Doom and reveals more about the new Marvel mega-villain's backstory. The footage implies Victor von Doom's turn to villainy is motivated by personal tragedy and shows him commanding an army of Sentinels. The film is set to release on December 18.
Marvel's X-Men reveals full cast at D23, including Adam Driver as Mr. Sinister and Inde Navarette as Rogue
Marvel Studios revealed the full cast for their upcoming standalone X-Men film at D23, confirming actors like Adam Driver as Mr. Sinister and Inde Navarette as Rogue. Directed by Jake Schreier, the movie is slated for a May 5, 2028 release and will feature Kit Connor as Cyclops and Sadie Sink as Jean Grey.
D23 2026 live coverage – All the Marvel and Star Wars announcements from the Disney Entertainment Showcase as…
The D23 2026 Disney Entertainment Showcase will feature announcements from Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, and Disney movies and shows. While the event itself will not be livestreamed, GamesRadar+ will provide live coverage of all major reveals, including potential trailers for VisionQuest and Ahsoka season 2.
Actor behind cancelled Marvel show reveals look at MCU's Squirrel Girl, despite being "forbidden" from…
Derek Theler, who was slated to play Mr. Immortal in the cancelled Marvel show New Warriors, has shared behind-the-scenes photos and details about the project. Despite a pilot being filmed and well-received, the show was never picked up, leaving its fate in Hollywood limbo. Theler expressed his desire to see what could have been, while co-star Milana Vayntrub, who played Squirrel Girl, later voiced the character in Marvel Rivals.
When is the D23 Marvel Panel?
Marvel Studios will be featured in the Disney Entertainment Showcase at D23, taking place on Friday, August 14th from 7pm to 9pm PT. The panel, part of a larger event including Star Wars and Lucasfilm, is not being streamed live, but updates will be available via live blogs and social media. Potential announcements include details on Ahsoka season 2, VisionQuest, the upcoming X-Men movie, Starfighter, Avengers: Doomsday, a new Pixar film, and Frozen 3.
X-Men's rumored Beast actor reacts to casting speculation with a cryptic response
Actor Charles Melton, rumored to be cast as Beast in Marvel Studios' X-Men reboot, has responded to speculation with a cryptic but positive outlook. He expressed a strong desire to work again with director Jake Schreier and X-Men co-writer Lee Sung Jin, while also acknowledging the excitement of being considered for such a role. The article also mentions other rumored casting for the X-Men, including Kit Connor as Cyclops, Samara Weaving as Emma Frost, Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, and Cailee Spaeny as Rogue.
15 years later, VisionQuest might finally explain one of Captain America's most obscure Easter Eggs as the OG Human…
Promotional art for the upcoming Marvel Studios series VisionQuest, debuting October 14, 2026, on Disney Plus, has revealed a new character that fans believe is the Original Human Torch, Jim Hammond. This character's history in the comics, particularly his connection to Vision's creation by Ultron, suggests a deeper exploration of Vision's origins within the MCU, potentially expanding on an earlier nod in Captain America: The First Avenger.
The 5 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, and more (August 14-16)
This guide highlights five new shows and movies available on streaming services like HBO Max, Prime Video, Netflix, and Disney Plus between August 14-16. Featured titles include the new DCU series Lanterns, the return of Reacher, the finale of X-Men '97, the horror film Immaculate, and a director's cut of The X-Files: I Want to Believe.
8 years after it was released, Marvel fans have only just noticed a Tony Stark continuity error in Avengers: Infinity…
A continuity error involving Tony Stark's glasses in Avengers: Infinity War has been noticed by fans eight years after the film's release. The scene shows Stark's glasses disappearing into thin air after he removes them, leading to discussions about whether they were absorbed by his nanotech suit or if it was simply a visual oversight. The article also briefly mentions the upcoming movie Avengers: Doomsday.
X-Men '97 season 2 producer suggests that latest mutant death could be reversed: "Is anyone ever really…
X-Men '97 producer Jake Castorena has hinted that the apparent death of Nightcrawler in the season 2 finale may not be permanent, suggesting that characters in the show, like in comics, can be revived. While Nightcrawler's death is confirmed for now, viewers will see how his fate plays out in season 3. The article also mentions Alan Cumming reprising his role as Nightcrawler in Avengers: Doomsday.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day writers confirm Jean Grey didn't kill anyone, which is a good move ahead of the X-Men…
Screenwriters Erik Sommers and Chris McKenna confirmed that Jean Grey, portrayed by Sadie Sink in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, is not directly responsible for any deaths in the film. This clarification is seen as a strategic move ahead of her significant role in the upcoming X-Men movie. The article also mentions other cast members being considered for X-Men roles, including Samara Weaving as Emma Frost and Kit Connor as Cyclops.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day forgets some of The Punisher's Netflix history, and fans aren't happy
Fans are unhappy with Spider-Man: Brand New Day, pointing out that the film appears to forget key aspects of The Punisher's Netflix history, specifically Frank Castle's relationships with Matt Murdock and Curtis. While some argue the comment was a throwaway line, others emphasize that the Netflix shows are now MCU canon.
The Incredible Hulk director says Captain America was originally in the movie, but it was a "little too dark"
Director Louis Leterrier confirmed a darker, longer cut of The Incredible Hulk existed and teased major cameos, including Captain America, which was ultimately cut for being "too dark." He also discussed the film's role as an early building block for the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the recurrence of its characters in later films.
Ms. Marvel actor says Spider-Man: Brand New Day is proof superhero fatigue doesn't exist, audiences just want good…
Ms. Marvel actor Iman Vellani believes that superhero fatigue is a myth, citing the box office success of Spider-Man: Brand New Day as proof that audiences will support well-made superhero films. She argues that cynicism and low attention spans are not the issue, but rather the quality of the content presented. Despite recent underperformances, Marvel Studios has several major releases planned, which will serve as a true test for the genre's enduring appeal.
