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Avengers: Endgame Encore will feature under 2 minutes of new footage in regular screenings
The re-release of Avengers: Endgame, titled Avengers: Endgame Encore, will feature minimal new footage in its regular screenings, with the standard version adding just over two minutes. A special "Infinity Vision" version will include approximately five minutes of new content. Directors Joe and Anthony Russo have teased the added scenes will connect Endgame to the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday.
We're less than 100 days out from Avengers: Doomsday and it's already made $40 million
Avengers: Doomsday has already achieved a record-breaking $40 million in domestic pre-sales in the US, 100 days before its December 18, 2026 release. This strong performance suggests it could potentially surpass Avengers: Endgame's worldwide gross. The film faces competition from Dune: Part 3 and will see a re-release of Endgame on September 25.
Nova screenwriter says the upcoming Marvel movie will have to address Thanos' attack on Xandar before the events of…
Screenwriter Michael Waldron has indicated that the upcoming Marvel movie 'Nova' will need to address the destruction of the Nova Corps and the planet Xandar by Thanos, which occurred off-screen before 'Avengers: Infinity War'. Waldron expressed enthusiasm for the character and the potential to expand the cosmic side of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Avengers: Doomsday director Joe Russo says going into production without a script allowed for "magic"
Avengers: Doomsday co-director Joe Russo defended the decision to begin production without a completed script, calling it an improvisation-based approach that allows for "magic" to happen with actor contributions. Despite this unconventional method, the film is set to release on December 18, featuring a large ensemble cast.
Avengers: Endgame Encore will seemingly look different to the 2019 Marvel original
The "Encore" edition of Avengers: Endgame, set to release on September 25, will feature new footage and improved color grading compared to the original 2019 film. Directors Joe and Anthony Russo have stated this version is intended to connect the story to the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, releasing December 18.
One Marvel fan might have already worked out how the Avengers: Endgame re-release will connect to Doomsday, and…
A fan theory suggests Doctor Doom, potentially an alternate Tony Stark variant, is the reason Doctor Strange only saw one winning timeline in Avengers: Endgame. This theory posits that Strange guided Stark towards sacrifice to prevent a future where Stark becomes Doom. The upcoming re-release, Avengers: Endgame Encore, will add four minutes of footage and aims to bridge the gap to Avengers: Doomsday.
Avengers: Endgame Encore includes an "additional sneak peek" of Avengers: Doomsday – but not in every…
Disney has confirmed that certain screenings of the Avengers: Endgame Encore re-release will feature an exclusive sneak peek of Avengers: Doomsday. This bonus footage will be available in IMAX and Infinity Vision screenings, with director Joe Russo stating the Encore acts as a narrative bridge between the two films.
Joe Russo says Avengers: Endgame is "required viewing" to understand Avengers: Doomsday, and Encore will "connect the story of the two movies"
Directors Joe and Anthony Russo state that Avengers: Endgame Encore is essential viewing before Avengers: Doomsday, as it directly connects the stories of the two films. The Encore re-release features color grading and approximately four minutes of bonus footage, marking the first Avengers movie since Endgame in 2019.
Avengers: Endgame Encore trailer relives Marvel's greatest cinematic moment and promises "exclusive look"…
Marvel Studios is re-releasing Avengers: Endgame in theaters on September 25 with four minutes of bonus footage, including scenes that bridge the film to the "Doomsday story." This "Encore" version aims to recapture the theatrical experience of the original 2019 release and provide an exclusive look at upcoming narrative elements. Co-director Joe Russo stated the added footage enhances the Doomsday story by connecting it to Endgame.
Robert Downey Jr. reveals the "reshot" Avengers: Infinity War cameo that didn't make the cut
Robert Downey Jr. and Joe Russo confirmed that a cameo by Happy Hogan and a cameo by Joe Russo himself were cut from the first act of Avengers: Infinity War. While the Happy Hogan cameo was reshot and then removed, Joe Russo's cameo as a paparazzi was also cut. Russo did appear in a Blip support group in Avengers: Endgame.
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.
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.
Avengers: Doomsday star Sebastian Stan says he's never seen a full script of the movie so has "absolutely no…
Sebastian Stan, who plays Bucky Barnes, revealed he has not seen a full script for the upcoming Marvel movie Avengers: Doomsday. He stated that directors Anthony and Joe Russo provided only scattered scenes to prevent spoilers, a common practice for Marvel productions. The film is set to feature a large ensemble cast including Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom.
Chris Evans says Steve Rogers has a "brutal" arc in Avengers: Doomsday, and the Russo brothers "beat the…
Chris Evans revealed that Steve Rogers will have a "brutal" arc in Avengers: Doomsday, with directors Joe and Anthony Russo enjoying putting the hero through hardship to define his heroism. The article also touches on Rogers' return after Avengers: Endgame, the potential involvement of Peggy Carter, and fan theories about Hydra Cap. An Avengers: Endgame rerelease is planned to bridge the gap to Doomsday.
Avengers: Doomsday directors confirm the runtime is "substantial"
Directors Anthony and Joe Russo confirmed that Avengers: Doomsday will have a "substantial" runtime, potentially exceeding three hours, making it the longest MCU film to date. While the exact runtime is still being finalized during the editing process, cast members like Robert Downey Jr. have praised the film's current cut. The movie is set to introduce a new era for the Marvel Cinematic Universe and is scheduled for release on December 18.
Avengers: Doomsday directors got "chills" when they heard Robert Downey Jr.'s controversial Doctor Doom…
Directors Joe and Anthony Russo revealed that Robert Downey Jr. surprised them with his Doctor Doom voice for Avengers: Doomsday, a take that has divided fans. Downey Jr.'s performance in the trailer, featuring a fictional Latverian accent, drew comparisons to a Dracula impression for some, while the directors found it chilling. Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige defended the character's introduction, comparing it to Thanos' build-up.
Chris Evans turned down a Nomad movie and "dozens" of Marvel pitches since Avengers: Endgame, and only said…
Chris Evans revealed he turned down numerous Marvel pitches since Avengers: Endgame before agreeing to return as Steve Rogers in Avengers: Doomsday. He felt the timing was right only after hearing rumors of Robert Downey Jr.'s potential return. The article also mentions a Ghost Rider movie with Ryan Gosling and David Jonsson joining Black Panther 3.
Marvel puts ominous twist on regular Fantastic Four clip to tease Avengers: Doomsday
Marvel Studios has released an ominous teaser for Avengers: Doomsday, featuring a cryptic conversation between Reed Richards and Sue Storm. This clip, a departure from the usual weekly Fantastic Four videos, suggests the family is in peril following the introduction of Doctor Doom. The film, set to release on December 18, will also include characters like Thor, Captain America, Shuri, and the X-Men.
Doctor Doom and Tony Stark looking the same will "all make sense" when you see Avengers: Doomsday, says Joe…
Robert Downey Jr. is set to portray Doctor Doom in the upcoming Marvel film Avengers: Doomsday, with directors Joe and Anthony Russo hinting that the character's resemblance to Tony Stark will be explained within the movie. The directors emphasized the serialized nature of Marvel's storytelling and the desire to present a fresh direction for the franchise.
Avengers: Endgame's re-release will have a special end tag – but not in every screening
Avengers: Endgame is receiving a re-release titled 'Avengers: Endgame Encore,' which will include a special end tag exclusive to IMAX and Infinity Vision screenings. This re-release is intended to bridge the gap between Endgame and the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, with co-director Joe Russo stating it's a unique opportunity to enhance the story of the new film.