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MCU: 4 Problems Marvel Needs to Fix With Taskmaster In Thunderbolts
Marvel's Taskmaster debuted to mixed reviews in 2021's Black Widow; here's how the character can improve during her next appearance in Thunderbolts.
Falcon and Winter Soldier: Why 'Black Captain America' Could Lead To Sam Taking Back Cap's Shield
'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' just introduced Isaiah Bradley to audiences — the unknown super soldier from the 50s that followed Captain America. Here's what this means for the greater MCU.
Georges St-Pierre Calls Marvel's The Falcon and the Winter Soldier 'Biggest Thing' He's Done
Fans will get to see Georges St-Pierre as the villainous Batroc again in 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier,' and St-Pierre's excitement for his return bodes extremely well for hopeful MCU fans.
Doctor Strange, Gamora & More MCU Characters Receive New Funkos From Marvel's What If...?
Funko announces a new line of Pops! for Marvel Studios' What If...?, including T'Challa Star-Lord, Captain Carter, and The Hydra Stomper.
MCU Leak Reveals Funko For Captain Carter & Steve Rogers' HYDRA Stomper
Images of a new Deluxe Funko Pop! for Marvel Studios’ What If…? show Captain Carter riding on the back of the HYDRA Stomper.
Marvel Just Confirmed Shrek Exists In the MCU
She-Hulk: Attorney At Law has become so meta it's now calling out the world's most beloved ogre.
Marvel Celebrates Avengers: Endgame's Spider-Man With New Replica Mask
A new replica Iron Spider helmet from Avengers: Endgame was revealed by Hasbro.
New WandaVision Set Photos Show Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Bettany & More In Theatrical Outfits
New set photos emerged of Elizabeth Olsen and company on the set of WandaVision in L.A., and the pictures offer more questions than answers.
The Mandalorian: Luke Skywalker, Grogu & More Iconic Characters Receive New Funkos
Funko unveiled new Funko Pops! for The Mandalorian Season 2.
Spider-Man: No Way Home: 4 New Images Feature Zendaya's MJ, Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange & More
New stills from Spider-Man: No Way Home highlight new settings, as well as Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange and Alfred Molina’s Doctor Octopus.
Spider-Man: No Way Home: Andrew Garfield & Tobey Maguire Movies Get New Blu-rays Amid Return Rumors
Sony has remastered all of the Spider-Man movies featuring Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield ahead of the release of Spider-Man: No Way Home.
WandaVision Producer Says 2020's Chaos Is Reflected In Marvel Show
'WandaVision' showrunner and executive producer Jac Shaeffer speaks to the "comfort and solace" that her new MCU series will bring to fans, boasting that the timing of the release couldn't be better.
Jeremy Renner’s Hawkeye & More Receive New Funkos Ahead of Disney+ Shows
A new Funko Pop! for the Hawkeye Disney+ series showcases Clint Barton with some new gear.
6 Upcoming Marvel Movies & Shows That Robert Downey Jr.'s Iron Man Will Influence
After 11 strong years, the MCU is moving on without Iron Man. But two new Disney+ series were just confirmed that both play off of Tony Stark's legacy. The Direct breaks down how that could play out.
Loki Easter Egg Hints at How Stark Tower Scene From 2012's Avengers Movie Will Be Recreated
A blink-and-you'll-miss-it moment hidden within the Loki trailer teases that the show will revisit the events of 2012's The Avengers somewhere within Loki's new adventure.
Spider-Man Leaked Photos of Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield get Response From Sony
Sony has officially responded to an incident where a film critic accidentally shared photos of Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield in Spider-Man: No Way Home
WandaVision Director Admits It's Terrifying To Kick Off Marvel's Phase 4
'WandaVision' director Matt Shakman shares how "terrifying" and "wonderful" his experience has been with Marvel Studios as they gear up to release the first MCU project since Summer 2019.
Disney+ Celebrates Spider-Man With New Spider-Verse Category
Disney+ grouped all of its projects that include Spider-Man under a new category.
Elizabeth Olsen Praises Spider-Man Director Sam Raimi on His Doctor Strange 2 Work
'WandaVision' star Elizabeth Olsen talks how much 'Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness' relates to her new show, and how much she's enjoying working with director Sam Raimi on the new film.
Why Spider-Man: No Way Home's Ending Is a Big Problem for the MCU's Multiverse
Peter Parker’s big fix in Spider-Man: No Way Home may have caused a serious Multiverse problem in the MCU.
MCU Artist Reveals How Sony Restricted RDJ's Iron Man Suit Design
Longtime Marvel concept artist Phil Saunders has finally shed some more light on why Iron Man’s suit in Spider-Man: Homecoming looked so familiar.
MCU Director Found Out About Their 'Phase 5' Movie at Comic-Con
Director James Gunn recently admitted no one told him which Phase of the MCU his third Guardians of the Galaxy film belongs in.
Ms. Marvel Post-Credits Explained: Spider-Man & Young Avengers Connections Teased
Ms. Marvel's surprise mid-credits stinger has big implications for the new hero and her MCU future.
'King Loki' Deleted Scene Would've Included Thor Transformed (Exclusive)
Loki composer Natalie Holt confirmed that the 'King Loki' scene from promotional footage was included in the deleted scene of Throg beating Loki up.
Loki Composer Natalie Holt on Kang’s Finale Theme & Season 2 Hopes (Exclusive)
In an exclusive interview with The Direct, Loki composer Natalie Holt described working with Jonathan Majors' He Who Remains as well as her hopes for Season 2 of the hit Disney+ show.
Black Panther 2: Letitia Wright Reportedly Promoting Controversial Anti-Vaccine Views on Marvel Set
Black Panther star Letitia Wright has reportedly been encouraging anti-vaccination rhetoric on the set of the Wakanda Forever production.
Why Marvel's WandaVision Could Be the MCU's Truman Show
Recent trailers for WandaVision suggest that Wanda may be trapped in a trance with little-to-no control over her life, and the 1998 hit film The Truman Show could influence the upcoming series.
Dave Bautista Joins Marvel's Thor: Love and Thunder Cast Members In Sydney
Dave Bautista has been spotted in Syndey, Australia where 'Thor: Love and Thunder' is prepping for filming, making him the 5th 'Guardians of the Galaxy' member to join the crew!
Spider-Man 3: How Benedict Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange Could Bring the Multiverse to Peter Parker
Doctor Strange will appear in Spider-Man 3, before Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Could the multiverse be explored in Spidey's highly anticipated threequel first?
Marvel's WandaVision: New Footage Reveals Clues About Scarlet Witch's Reality
A familiar detail from a previous 'WandaVision' trailer was shown again in a new teaser for the show, and a new look could cue fans in on how exactly the world is affected by Wanda's new reality.
Tom Hiddleston's Loki Series Adds Paddington Composer
Marvel Studios taps 'Paddington' composer Natalie Holt to score 'Loki', and she is reportedly already hard at work on the Disney+ show, implying they've wrapped production on the series.
Deadpool-Disney Defiance: Why Rob Liefeld is Taking An Extreme Stance for His Merc with a Mouth
Deadpool co-creator Rob Liefeld has had a lot to say recently regarding Deadpool's uncertain future with Marvel Studios, but why is he so certain that the future isn't so bright?
Did Thor 4's New Trailer Just Spoil the Movie's Ending?
Thor: Love and Thunder’s first trailer may show fans how the fourth franchise film ends.
Marvel Rumor Teases Chris Hemsworth's Future After Thor: Love and Thunder
YouTuber John Campea claimed Chris Hemsworth will return as Thor in the MCU after Thor: Love and Thunder.
MCU Theory Connects Moon Knight Magic to Spider-Man: No Way Home
Moon Knight may have just teased another appearance of Marvel’s Multiverse when it used some visuals similar to those seen in Spider-Man: No Way Home.
MCU: 6 Marvel Characters Who Need the R-Rated Treatment on Disney+
With the new TV-MA content available on Disney+, The Direct compiles a list of 6 Marvel characters that deserve an R-rated project on the streaming service.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Gives Tony Stark’s Punishment a Whole New Meaning
The ending of Spider-Man: No Way Home subtly connects to one of Peter Parker’s earliest defining moments in the MCU with Tony Stark.
How Doctor Strange 2 Will Retcon Iron Man 2's Forgotten Illuminati Easter Egg
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness has the opportunity to acknowledge one of Iron Man 2’s biggest unresolved Easter eggs.
WandaVision Star Shares Brief Exciting Update on Agatha Harkness Spin-off
WandaVision Star Kathryn Hahn is excited about her new Disney+ show, Agatha: House of Harkness.
Sony's Spider-Man Universe Expands In New Morbius Poster
Sony Pictures unveiled a new promotional poster for their upcoming movie Morbius.