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Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Captain America's Anthony Mackie Teases Big MCU Changes in Avengers: Doomsday
Captain America star Anthony Mackie has shared some new insights about . Mackie plays Sam Wilson/Captain America in the MCU, with the character's last outing being in 2025's Captain America: Brave New World. He will soon be seen in Avengers: Doomsday, which is currently in production and has a December 2026 release date. What did Anthony Mackie say about Avengers: Doomsday? Speaking with Extra, Mackie said of Avengers: Doomsday, 'When you look at the Marvel characters in the universe that we've created, there's an idealistic nature of the type of story you want and the type of you want coming from those films. I've said it before and I'll say it again, that last moment in Endgame was probably one of the most poignantly realistic moments in film history. That was a true Marvel moment. I don't think any other studio, any other directors, any other group of actors could have contextually put that moment together and made it that real. 'That being said, I think this is a lot of carrying over, feel, and depth of that moment coming into the new universe. From my movie, we went out building on top of that to this just being a chaotic destruction of the world.' Plot details for Avengers: Doomsday — along with the 2027 sequel, Avengers: Secret Wars — remain heavily under wraps at this time. The cast of the movie also includes Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Vanessa Kirby as Invisible Woman, Sebastian Stan as Winter Soldier, Letitia Wright as Black Panther, Paul Rudd as Ant-Man, Wyatt Russell as U.S. Agent, Tenoch Huerta Mejía as Namor, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as The Thing, Simu Liu as Shang-Chi, Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova, Kelsey Grammar as Beast, Lewis Pullman as Sentry, Danny Ramirez as Falcon, Joseph Quinn as Human Torch, David Harbour as Red Guardian, Winston Duke as M'Baku, Hannah John-Kamen as Ghost, Tom Hiddleston as Loki, Patrick Stewart as Professor X, Ian McKellen as Magneto, Alan Cumming as Nightcrawler, Rebecca Romijn as Mystique, James Marsden as Cyclops, Channing Tatum as Gambit, Pedro Pascal as Mister Fantastic, and Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom. Marvel Studios' Avengers: Doomsday arrives on December 18, 2026. Originally reported by Brandon Schreur at SuperHeroHype. The post Captain America's Anthony Mackie Teases Big MCU Changes in Avengers: Doomsday appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More. Solve the daily Crossword
Digital Trends
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
Could DC actually be the future of comic book movies?
Since the fateful day in 2008 when Iron Man hit theaters, Marvel has enjoyed an almost uncontested reign as the king of comic book movies. In an age when superheroes were everywhere at the movie theater, Marvel was the studio that best understood how to bring them to life and make even people who had never read a comic book in their lives care about them. All of that reached what felt like a pretty natural climax with 2019's Avengers: Endgame, which became one of the biggest movies in the history of forever and capped off more than a decade of sprawling storytelling. Even as Endgame retired several of the franchise's core heroes, Marvel seemed determined to keep things going. Recommended Videos The results over the last six years have been less than pretty. Despite experiencing some successes, Marvel has faced significantly more failures compared to earlier periods, creating an opportunity for other franchises to flourish. DC was caught flat-footed when Marvel first came out of the gate. They had Christopher Nolan's Batman movies, but other than that, Warner Bros. simply didn't have a good way to compete. Their first attempt was the DC Extended Universe, which launched with 2013's Man of Steel and was a brief commercial success but was never as critically beloved as its Marvel alternative. Even more crucially, these movies never felt like they were genuine phenomena in quite the same way Marvel was. So, while Marvel continues the cinematic universe it started in 2008, DC is launching a new one this year. James Gunn's Superman is the first entry in that new universe, and it's also the first time I wondered whether Marvel might really be in trouble. While the numbers were close, Superman outgrossed Marvel's Fantastic Four: First Steps during its first weekend, and for the first time in more than a decade, DC might have the edge when it comes to word of mouth. Here's why DC could represent the future of comic book storytelling: DC is ready to embrace the silliness of its project Part of the Marvel movies' tremendous success has come from the way they manage to delicately balance two conflicting impulses in superhero storytelling. The first was toward telling stories that were real, grounded, and tactile. The second was to embrace the silliness inherent in superhero stories and use that to make the movies fun and colorful. Marvel essentially struck a balance, creating a universe populated by witty characters who donned the right costumes while also being aware of the humor in their situations. That wry, knowing attitude helped the movies do all the comic book stuff even as they also assured audiences that they knew it was a little bit nerdy. It's a tone that delivered tremendous results, but one that also began to wear thin after more than a decade. By contrast, Superman leaned all the way into the silly side. It's a movie filled with color where most scenes are set during the day, and one where every character feels both like a real person and like they were pulled from a comic. There's much less winking at the audience and much more earnest exploration of why people are drawn toward comic books to begin with. It's a signal that DC is not just going to try to do the Marvel thing. They're building a universe their own way, and that should be fascinating to watch. They are building out from the middle Marvel was doing something that had never been done before, and as a result, they started small. A few heroes, then a few more, until the universe felt massive and you were amazed that all of these characters could fit in a single movie together. By contrast, DC seems to know that we're all a little tired of origin stories. Instead, Superman drops us right in the middle of the action and trusts us to understand that superheroes have been around for a while. Crucially, while he's the most powerful superhero, Superman is not fighting bad guys on his own. Instead, he's dealing with the complexity of working with other people from the beginning in a universe where no one has any questions about what superheroes are. This approach feels much more like jumping right into a comic book where your favorite heroes are all right there. Some of them might not be present, but on the whole, the impression is one of a universe that is stuffed with both life and activity. In addition to avoiding the traps of origin stories, this approach also meets superhero fans where they are. We no longer need our hands to be held. We can simply dive in with only a little bit of intro text to orient us to what's going on. They are casting well, but aren't casting stars This might seem like a small thing, but it speaks to the project of the DCU that Superman is filled with great actors who are not major movie stars. If they keep making these movies, they will eventually become stars. That's part of the problem that Marvel is dealing with now. When you're trying to build a universe in which heroes can appear in multiple properties, you have to have great actors who can work in multiple tones and genres. You need actors who aren't going to try to take all your money for every appearance they put in. DC is trying to build a world that doesn't leave you wondering why Superman isn't on screen any time the world is ending, and part of that is making sure that Superman does show up, at least sometimes. DC wants you to believe in these movies Perhaps most importantly, DC seems like a sincere attempt to remind people why they like these movies to begin with. As the lore of Marvel gets more and more convoluted, DC could be building a new way forward, one that could make it a sincere, sweet, candy-colored alternative to the multiverse that Marvel has introduced.
CNBC
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNBC
Marvel's 'Fantastic Four: First Steps' opens to $118 million domestically
What superhero fatigue? Twice in one month, a comic book film has rocketed to the top of the box office, debuting with more than $100 million in ticket sales. Two weeks ago, it was "Superman," the first theatrical release from James Gunn and Peter Safran as co-heads of DC Studios at Warner Bros. Discovery. This weekend, Disney and Marvel's "Fantastic Four: First Steps" fueled an estimated $118 million in ticket sales during its first three days in theaters. "The lesson is that if you build great movies, audiences will head to the multiplex," said Paul Dergarabedian, senior media analyst at Comscore. Internationally, "Fantastic Four: First Steps" snared an estimated $100 million, bringing its global weekend haul to $218 million. "Marvel bet big releasing their long-awaited introduction of the Fantastic Four as the last MCU film to hit theaters for at least another year, and it's paying off," said Shawn Robbins, director of analytics at Fandango and founder of Box Office Theory. "The franchise has had its share of hiccups in recent years, but Marvel's First Family is winning over fans and spurring the kind of enthusiasm that could bring back casual viewers who sat out some post-'Endgame' chapters." Marvel has struggled in the wake of the record-breaking "Avengers: Endgame," the culmination of more than a decade of interconnected storytelling. While films like "Deadpool & Wolverine" and "Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 3" enticed moviegoers to theaters, others like "Captain America: Brave New World," "The Marvels" and "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" failed to drum up the same enthusiasm. Box office hauls haven't been the only hit-or-miss for the studio. Marvel films have experienced significant fluctuations since the release of 2019's "Endgame." Previously, no MCU film had a Rotten Tomatoes score below 67%, meaning each had earned the title of "Fresh," indicating that critics had a generally positive view of the film. Since then, five films from the franchise have been below that metric and three of those were considered "Rotten," earning less than 50% positive reviews. This year, "Captain America: Brave New World" tallied $413 million globally and earned a 48% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. But "Thunderbolts*" generated just $382 million globally — one of only five titles under the Marvel Cinematic Universe banner to tally less than $400 million worldwide — it secured an 88% "Fresh" rating. Its newest theatrical entry, "Fantastic Four: First Steps," also has an 88% "Fresh" rating from the site. "For Disney, this has truly been a magical summer and for Marvel a reaffirmation that their strategy to revamp the brand is certainly working," Dergarabedian said. "With 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' following in the footsteps of 'Thunderbolts*' Marvel is showing that a focus on quality rather than quantity is a recipe for success."
Daily Mirror
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
The Fantastic Four First Steps is 'best Marvel Studios film ever' as early reactions land
The new film marks the sixth phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe Early reactions from cinema goers have started to land for The Fantastic Four: First Steps ahead of its cinematic release. The film features an A-list cast led by The Last of Us' Pedro Pascal after his departure from the HBO series, The Crown star Vanessa Kirby, Stranger Things actor Joseph Quinn, and The Bear's Ebon Moss-Bachrach. The Fantastic Four: First Steps is set in a 1960s retro-futuristic alternate universe known as Earth-828, with the superheroes tasked with protecting their planet from the alien being Galactus and his herald, the Silver Surfer. Ahead of the movie's release and the official reviews from the critics, some reactions have started surfacing on social media. Many have shared their takes on The Fantastic Four: First Steps on X (formerly Twitter), with one person posting: '#FantasticFour Quite possibly the best Marvel Studios film ever released. Absolutely loaded with talent and standout performances from Vanessa Kirby and Joseph Quinn. 'If you thought the MCU died with Endgame, think again. Thoughtfully crafted and easily a genre-defining classic.' A second commented: '#FantasticFour The MCU nailed it! The stake [sic] haven't felt this high in a long time. All 4 members of the team play the roles exceptionally & share perfect chemistry. Galactus is a spectacle that MUST be seen in IMAX. Best balance of tone in an MCU film. I LOVED so much about this!' A third noted: '#FantasticFour Is a masterpiece. the visual effects and the score are a HUGE stand out. Galactus Is huge In IMAX. It's emotional and gives you hope. It beats you off and doesn't stop. STAY Until the END CREDITS [sic].' Someone else commented: '#FantasticFour is the most visually stunning and tonally distinct MCU movie yet. All 4 of the main cast members kill it, with Vanessa Kirby being the standout. Giacchino's score is an all timer. You will regret not watching this movie in the biggest theater possible [sic].' Another commented: 'Wow can't believe #Marvel is back baby! #FantasticFour brings back that true marvel spirit comic fans and non comic fans miss from marvel movies. 'This might be the marvel movie since Endgame. Stellar cast used on the best script ever. I am thankful for Feige making this movie.' The Fantastic Four: First Steps comes after the 2005 movie Fantastic Four and 2007's Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer, and 2015's Fantastic Four reboot. In an interview with Variety, director Matt Shakman revealed the unusual casting process for The Fantastic Four: First Steps, which involved no auditions or camera tests. Instead, there were several individual conversations with the actors before they were hired. 'I believe in finding the people who I have an instinct are right for the part,' Shakman said. The filmmaker and former child actor also admitted Pascal's Reed Richards was the trickiest to cast, explaining: "He goes from being the nerdy scientist who's locked away in the lab, to the husband and the father who'd do anything to protect his family, to the guy who's leading the Avengers. 'I realized [sic] that the version we were building had to have all of those elements.' Addressing the dynamic between the central quartet without any camera tests, Shakman simply said: 'Great actors create great chemistry. You bring people together, and you build a process that supports the building of that chemistry.'
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Marvel confirms plans to recast Iron Man, Captain America and more
Marvel has confirmed the return of fan-favourites like Iron Man, Captain America, and the super-powered X-Men. Marvel Studios chief recently spoke to the media about the upcoming films, stating that the plans will roll after 2027's 'Avengers: Secret Wars.' Tired of too many ads? go ad free now According to a Variety report, Feige said that the casting will be done for the upcoming X-Men film, set to be directed by Jake Schreier. Many of the original X-Men actors are returning to their iconic roles, including Patrick Stewart (Charles Xavier), (Magneto), (Nightcrawler), (Mystique), (Cyclops), and Kelsey Grammer (Hank McCoy). However, the characters will be played by others moving forward, the outlet stated. The decision has been taken in view of the changes in the 'Secret Wars' comic storyline, which involved timelines collapsing, resulting in the epic mix-up of the characters in the process. "We're utilising the story not just to round out the stories we've been telling post-'Endgame,' just as importantly -- and you can look at the at the 'Secret Wars' comics for where that takes you -- it very, very much sets us up for the future. Endgame,' literally, was about endings. 'Secret Wars' is about is about beginnings," Feige said, according to Variety. The Marvel boss though clarified that the changes are not any "reboot," but will serve as a reset for the MCU. "Reboot is a scary word. Reboot can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. Reset, singular timeline -- we're thinking along those lines. X-Men is where that will happen next," he added. Elsewhere during the conversation, Feige suggested that other Marvel characters will also be recast, including the beloved Iron Man and Captain America. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Meanwhile, Robert Downey Jr, best known for playing the iconic Tony Stark, will return to the MCU as Doctor Doom in 'Avengers: Doomsday.' The film is set to release on December 18, 2026. The follow-up 'Avengers: Secret Wars' will open in theatres on December 17, 2027.
