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The Russo Brothers' foreword to key Avengers: Doomsday comic inspiration prove they understand the assignment for…
Directors Anthony and Joe Russo have provided a foreword for the 'Avengers: Time Runs Out' comic, highlighting its significance as inspiration for the upcoming 'Avengers: Doomsday' film. They emphasize Doctor Doom's complex psyche, describing him as a character driven by ambition and fear who attempts to control reality. The Russo brothers draw parallels between Doom's character arc and the themes of self-destruction through difficult decisions, suggesting a potentially compelling portrayal by Robert Downey Jr.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day concept art sparks backlash for alleged use of generative AI
Concept art featured in the 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day – The Art Of The Movie' book has sparked backlash from fans alleging the use of generative AI. Specific images, including one by artist Scott McInnes, show visual anomalies like warping on buildings and taxis, which are cited as indicators of AI generation. While only one artist's work is under scrutiny, the controversy highlights broader industry concerns about AI in creative fields.
Avengers: Endgame re-release runtime confirms four minutes of extra footage on the road to Doomsday
The re-release of Avengers: Endgame, titled Avengers: Endgame Encore, will feature an additional four minutes of footage, bringing its total runtime to 185 minutes. This extended version aims to bridge the gap between Endgame and the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, with co-director Joe Russo describing the new content as a critical companion story. The re-release is scheduled for September 25, marking the beginning of the road to Doomsday.
Ghost Rider release date, cast, trailer, story speculation, and more news on the upcoming Marvel movie
Ryan Gosling is set to star as Ghost Rider in a new Marvel Cinematic Universe film directed by Shawn Levy, with a planned release date of July 28, 2028. While specific plot details and which version of the character Gosling will play remain unconfirmed, the film is expected to draw from popular comic storylines. No trailer has been released yet, with filming yet to begin.
Despite rumors it was dialing back TV, Marvel Studios reportedly has several shows in development
Despite a lack of recent announcements, Marvel Studios is reportedly developing several new live-action series for Disney Plus, with official reveals expected soon. While the WandaVision spin-off VisionQuest is set to premiere in October 2026, other projects like Daredevil: Born Again and X-Men '97 are also confirmed for future seasons. This news comes amidst a period of change for Marvel Television, including the cancellation of Wonder Man and the Nova project shifting to a movie format.
Ryan Gosling's 6-minute Ghost Rider pitch convinced Deadpool and Wolverine director Shawn Levy
Director Shawn Levy revealed that Ryan Gosling pitched a Ghost Rider movie concept that convinced Levy within six minutes. The pitch was presented to Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige, and Gosling is set to star in the upcoming film, slated for release on July 28, 2028. Gosling is a known fan of the comics and has a specific vision for the character.
Thunderbolts star David Harbour shares Avengers: Doomsday spoiler that can't possibly be real
Actor David Harbour jokingly shared a supposed spoiler for Avengers: Doomsday, suggesting a character might be Tony Stark. The article discusses fan theories about Robert Downey Jr.'s potential role in the film, including playing multiple characters or a variant of Tony Stark. Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled for release on December 18.
Marvel boss Kevin Feige says there could be "100 more" great X-Men movies, teases "sagas upon sagas"
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige stated that there is potential for "100 more" X-Men movies, drawing from the rich history of comic book stories. He expressed excitement about exploring new sagas and introducing a new cast for the X-Men property, which is set to hit theaters on May 5, 2028.
Sebastian Stan may have confirmed who he's playing in The Batman 2, and it's not Victor Zsasz
Sebastian Stan has seemingly confirmed he will portray Harvey Dent, and by extension Two-Face, in Matt Reeves' upcoming film The Batman 2. This contradicts earlier speculation that he would play Victor Zsasz. The interview, conducted at the Cannes Film Festival, should be taken with a grain of salt pending official confirmation.
Avengers: Doomsday collectible features Doctor Doom holding a mysterious device, and fans have theories
A new Doctor Doom collectible from Iron Studios features the character holding a mysterious device, sparking fan theories about its purpose in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. Speculation ranges from the Ultimate Nullifier to a key for the Library of Worlds, with the device's design differing from comic book depictions.
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.
