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Every MCU Character Is Likely to Appear in Avengers 5
After Avengers: Endgame provided a stunning conclusion to the Infinity Saga, fans have been waiting for answers on what the next phase of Marvel storytelling will look like. The MCU looks to be in the middle of an all-new Multiverse Saga – one that appears to be heading to Secret Wars – with Loki, Spider-Man: No Way Home, and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. The well-known crossover may be Marvel Comics’ most significant Multiverse event, as it saw universes fused together by incursions to form Battleworld, a realm where heroes and villains were compelled to battle for the survival of their planets. Multiverse of Madness started to set the ground for that event by introducing the notion of incursions and hinting at their importance in Doctor Strange’s next adventure. With Secret Wars being a narrative about the Multiverse and Variants, the options for which characters and performers may arrive and return are practically limitless. But who is most likely to return for Secret Wars?

After Avengers: Endgame provided a stunning conclusion to the Infinity Saga, fans have been waiting for answers on what the next phase of Marvel storytelling will look like. The MCU looks to be in the middle of an all-new Multiverse Saga – one that appears to be heading to Secret Wars – with Loki, Spider-Man: No Way Home, and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
The well-known crossover may be Marvel Comics’ most significant Multiverse event, as it saw universes fused together by incursions to form Battleworld, a realm where heroes and villains were compelled to battle for the survival of their planets. Multiverse of Madness started to set the ground for that event by introducing the notion of incursions and hinting at their importance in Doctor Strange’s next adventure.
With Secret Wars being a narrative about the Multiverse and Variants, the options for which characters and performers may arrive and return are practically limitless. But who is most likely to return for Secret Wars?

Sam Wilson’s Captain America, Anthony Mackie
Strange Doctor
America Chavez Xochitl Gomez
America Chavez, a figure with strong ties to the Multiverse, first introduced in Doctor Strange 2. Strange may invite her along for the voyage to aid the Avengers, especially now that she’ll have learnt some magic at Kamar-Taj, thanks to her talents that allow her to travel throughout the Multiverse.
Shang-Chi Simu Liu
Spider-Man is played by Tom Holland.
Captain Marvel, Brie Larson
Okoye – Danai Gurira
Clea – Charlize Theron
Loki’s end saw the God of Mischief and his Variant Sylvie accountable for the breakdown of the Multiverse, which might lead to his involvement in Secret Wars. With his most crucial atonement arc over, it will be interesting to watch how he interacts with his old Avenging adversaries as a more heroic figure.
Kang the Conqueror, played by Jonathan Majors
Ant-Man, Paul Rudd
Wasp by Evangeline Lilly
Thor, Chris Hemsworth
Chris Hemsworth has one of the most extensive MCU careers, and his story will shortly be continued in Thor: Love and Thunder. There’s no knowing what his future will look like until that film is out, but the Australian actor has confirmed his commitment to being in the MCU, which means he’ll most likely be in Secret Wars until he unexpectedly bids his farewell in Love and Thunder.
Hulk (Mark Ruffalo)
Jane Foster – Natalie Portman
Sylvie DiMartino – Sophia DiMartino
Bucky – Sebastian Stan
Wong, Benedict Benedict Wong
Monica Rambeau – Teyonah Parris
Monica Rambeau will soon emerge in The Marvels as WandaVision, a team-up that should solidify her heroic persona and position her as the newest member of The Avengers. According to previous reports, the Captain Marvel sequel may hint to the path of the next generation of Avengers, implying Rambeau may be a part of that future.
Ms. Marvel Iman Vellani
Ms. Marvel, like Rambeau, will shortly appear in her own Disney+ series before joining up with other heroes in The Marvels. However, there is always the possibility that Ms. Marvel may stay away from the main Avengers series in order to play a part in the Young Avengers or Champions.
Shuri (Letitia Wright)
The Black Panther will undoubtedly play a role in Secret Wars, and all indications point to Shuri succeeding T’Challa in that role. Even if she loses the mantle to another Wakandan, Shuri will undoubtedly remain as one of the most intelligent persons in the Marvel world and a significant figure in Wakanda.
M’Baku – Winston Duke
M’Baku, played by Winston Duke, has been a highly touted contender for the Black Panther mantle, making him a strong prospect for a part in Secret Wars. However, his participation in the Multiversal event is likely to be contingent on his gaining the famous heroic title in Wakanda Forever.
Steve Rogers’ Captain America is played by Chris Evans.
Chris Evans has Steve Rogers survived the events of Endgame to return to the twentieth century and spend the rest of his life with Peggy Carter, implying his resignation from the Marvel role. Since then, speculations have suggested Evans is planning a comeback to the MCU in a next film, maybe Secret Wars, as a Variant or his elder self.
Iron Man, Robert Downey Jr.
When Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man bid goodbye to the MCU with his iconic universe-saving snap, fans were astonished and upset. Many people have been wondering if or when Iron Man would return, and Secret Wars looks to be the ideal chance. But who knows whether Downey Jr. would be interested in it; maybe another actor, like as Tom Cruise, could appear as a Variant.
Scarlett Johansson in the role of Black Widow
Black Widow, like Iron Man, seems to be a foregone conclusion for a stunning return in Secret Wars. Scarlett Johansson recently sued Disney over the distribution of Black Widow on Disney+, but the two seem to have reconciled, with the actress now working as a producer on an upcoming MCU movie.
Moon Knight (Oscar Isaac)
Oscar Isaac’s Moon Knight made his MCU debut in the most solitary excursion since Iron Man, but he won’t be a solo hero for long as he joins the Avengers. One can only imagine how entertaining it would be to witness Marc Spector and Steven Grant interact with their fellow heroes, and Secret Wars may be the first time he does so.
Blade, Mahershala Ali
Blade has yet to make his first genuine debut in the MCU, which may limit his chances of participating in Secret Wars, but he has already begun to interconnect with the MCU. The vampire hunter talked to Dane Whitman in the Eternals post-credits sequence, and because he has already began developing ties outside of his franchise, there might be more on a larger scale to come.
She-Hulk, Tatiana Maslany
She-Hulk will soon enter the MCU, thanks to her upcoming Disney+ series. The gamma-infused hero already has ties to the larger world via her Avenger cousin Bruce Banner and her work as a superhero lawyer, giving her a decent possibility of interacting with other heroes in the future.
War Machine, Don Cheadle
After years of playing second fiddle to Iron Man, War Machine is now getting his own Disney+ program, Armor Wars, which might lead to him taking a more prominent position in the MCU. Rhodey has also been in every Avengers film since Age of Ultron in a small role, and Secret Wars might be the same, even with Tony Stark gone.
Scarlet Scarab – May Calamawy
Layla El-Faouly was transformed into the Scarlet Scarab in the season finale of Moon Knight, but it’s unknown what her future holds as Egypt’s heroic guardian. With so many characters to include in Secret Wars, the Egyptian hero is unlikely to be included. Layla, on the other hand, became popular with fans after her Disney+ debut.
Captain Carter is played by Hayley Atwell.
Captain Carter, played by Hayley Atwell, made the transition from animation to live-action for Multiverse of Madness, and despite being cut with the shield, there are many more Variants of her out there. Rumor has it that a Captain Carter film is in the works, signaling that Marvel Studios is interested in developing this character further in live-action.
The Galaxy’s Guardians
Most people would believe that once the Guardians of the Galaxy joined the Avengers in their fight against Thanos, they’d be a safe pick for Secret Wars. The problem is that it’s unknown what the team’s fate will be after Vol. 3, with the Guardians anticipated to be replaced with a new lineup or retired entirely after the film.
The Eternals
After their ensemble debut, the Eternals were scattered over the galaxy, with some kidnapped by Arishem and the others exploring the cosmos. If this cliffhanger can be addressed before Secret Wars, they may play a role comparable to the Guardians of the Galaxy in Infinity War.
Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner)
According to all reports, Hawkeye, at least as we know him, has left the MCU. By the time his Disney+ show premiered, the archer had already bid farewell to his heroic lifestyle, and by the end of the series, the torch and mantle had been passed to Kate Bishop, implying a possible step back from the universe for Jeremy Renner.
Kate Bishop – Hailee Steinfeld
When it comes to Kate Bishop, she has a somewhat better probability of appearing in Secret Wars. Unlike Clint, Kate is anticipated to continue to be a hero in the MCU, albeit her future is likely to be with the Young Avengers rather than the main squad.
Daredevil Charlie Cox
Daredevil is a street-level hero, therefore it’s difficult to see him fitting into a huge Multiverse event. Daredevil, played by Charlie Cox, has gained popularity in recent years, and there is comic precedence for Daredevil joining the Avengers, so if his series arrives before Secret Wars, he may make an appearance.
Yelena Belova – Florence Pugh
The MCU seems to be grooming Florence Pugh’s Yelena Belova to be the next Black Widow, implying she may one day be an Avenger. Yelena has a long way to go before she is totally redeemed, and given that she was last seen attempting to murder Jeremy Renner’s Hawkeye, an Avenger, it’s difficult to picture her joining the team anytime soon.
Scarlet Witch, Elizabeth Olsen
Scarlet Witch is now in a perplexing position in the MCU, since Doctor Strange 2 left it unclear if she was dead or alive. In any case, Wanda may require a break from the MCU following her evil shift to prevent undermining the effect of that film, and Secret Wars may be too soon for that or the ideal occasion to bring her back.
Vision – Paul Bettany
The future of Vision in the MCU is less clear than ever after WandaVision. The Vibranium synthezoid was destroyed in Infinity War, but a rebuilt version with all of the original’s memories is currently wandering the planet, with no apparent location for him to emerge next. Because of this ambiguity, it’s hard to predict whether White Vision will ever join the Avengers.
Mobius by Owen Wilson
Given Loki and the TVA’s roles in establishing the Multiverse, Owen Wilson’s Mobius might emerge in Secret Wars. With Kang controlling over the TVA and Mobius playing an important position in the organization, a visit by him to provide knowledge to the squad is not out of the question.
Deadpool is played by Ryan Reynolds.
Secret Wars is an event in which different worlds collide, forcing the heroes of each to fight it out. If one of those realities is the Fox X-Men universe, there is a clear avenue to introduce Deadpool into the MCU and destroy that reality entirely.
Thanos (Josh Brolin)
Thanos’ MCU narrative was mostly concluded with his last fight with the Avengers in Endgame, but that doesn’t mean the character has to be gone forever. The Mad Titan has previously appeared in What If…?, his body has been discovered in Multiverse of Madness, and he is believed to come in Eternals. A Variant from another world might appear in Secret Wars.
Agatha Harkness – Kathryn Hahn
Agatha Harkness, the terrible witch from WandaVision, may seem like an unlikely candidate to appear in Secret Wars, but there is some reason to believe she will. Her magical experience should have given her some understanding of the Multiverse, and Marvel Studios evidently intends to transform her into her own protagonist, since she will soon appear in her own Disney+ series.
The Watcher, starring Jeffrey Wright
The Watcher, played by Jeffrey Wright, had his film debut in What If…?, and fans have been yearning for him to make the transition to live-action. With him being the Multiverse’s administrator, it seems to reason that he would be watching an event of the size of Secret Wars. He could even be able to offer his renowned What If…? narration during the big-screen event.
Valkyrie, Tessa Thompson
Valkyrie, as the monarch of New Asgard, should have a far more prominent position in the MCU going forward, which will become obvious after Love and Thunder. Any role she would have in Secret Wars, like in Endgame, would most likely be limited to a quick action scene, although it’s unknown how much combat she’ll be doing herself now that she’s controlling New Asgard.
Cassie Lang – Kathryn Newton
Cassie Lang is apparently important to Marvel Studios, since the original actress was just replaced with Kathryn Newton. Many predict her to be the Young Avenger Stature in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, and if she is, there’s a good possibility she’ll battle with her father in Secret Wars.
Ironheart – Dominique Thorne
Riri Williams’ Ironheart has a chance in Secret Wars, just as the other Young Avengers. She will not only star in her own Disney+ series and wear her own Iron Man-inspired outfit, but she will also meet the Wakandans in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. These relationships to prominent MCU characters might lead to her appearance in the next big team-up.
The Fantastic Four
After years of anticipation, the Fantastic Four will finally join the MCU with their own blockbuster remake, but with the picture set to be released in 2024, it may be too soon for them to interact with the rest of the MCU. Reed Richards might feature since he and Doctor Doom played a crucial part in the original Secret Wars plot, and Mr. Fantastic is also a distant relative of Kang in the comics, which could lead to some fascinating dynamics between him and the villain.
Echo by Alaqua Cox
Following her stunning performance in Hawkeye, Alaqua Cox’s Echo will soon get her own Disney+ series. Maya Lopez is a more down-to-earth street-level character, and it’s difficult to see her fitting into Secret Wars, particularly because she has no significant ties to any of the other heroes.
Dane Whitman – Kit Harington
Dane Whitman, played by Kit Harrington, will undoubtedly become a prominent character in the MCU as he transforms into the Black Knight with the aid of Blade. But, for the time being, Dane just has links to the Eternals and is, more or less, an average working guy, so he has no clear position in a huge crossover.
Namor Tenoch Huerta
Tenoch Huerta will be seen in this year’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever as Atlantean emperor Namor. His odds of participating in Secret Wars are mostly dependent on when it is released, since it may be too soon for Namor to crossover because he will most likely require his own solo expedition before joining the Avengers.
Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson)
Despite being presented as the Avengers’ creator, Nick Fury hasn’t had anything to do with the superhero team since Age of Ultron. The Secret Invasion Disney+ series should provide a clearer sense of where the MCU will take Fury next, but Samuel L. Jackson may be prepared to leave his Marvel role.
Spider-Man, played by Tobey Maguire,
Tobey Maguire returned to his old wall-crawler character in No Way Home and was speculated to do it again in Multiverse of Madness, but that didn’t pan out. The iconic Spider-Man may return for Secret Wars, but it’s difficult to envision their being enough place for him, much alone the licensing issues with Sony.
Spider-Man, played by Andrew Garfield,
Because of the numerous vastly different Variants, Spider-Man is more famously linked with the Multiverse than any other Marvel character. With so many characters slated to appear in Secret Wars, there is unlikely to be place for more than one Spider-Man; if Maguire and Garfield return, it will most likely be for quick cameos.
After Infinity War and Endgame elevated the bar for what is anticipated from an Avengers crossover event, Marvel Studios will have a difficult challenge in matching that with Secret Wars, assuming that is really the MCU’s next major plot.
With Secret Wars being the most significant Multiverse event to emerge from Marvel Comics, there is no better plot to finish the Multiverse Saga with. But, as is customary, fans can expect Secret Wars to play out considerably differently on the big screen than it does in the comics.
Of course, Avengers 5 will be filled with characters, but like Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, viewers should moderate their expectations to prevent disappointment. The Multiverse provides several potential for cameos and surprises, but the primary goal will always be to develop a coherent tale with the main ensemble.
In addition to the main ensemble of MCU characters, there will very certainly be cameos by Variants of fan favorites, primarily portrayed by their regular actors, as fans witnessed with Benedict Cumberbatch’s four Doctor Stranges in Multiverse of Madness.
As seen in Infinity War and Endgame, some of the love interest and best buddy characters from the different series will most likely appear in the beginning and end of the film to set the setting for what the heroes were doing before. Shang-Katy, Chi’s Spider-Ned Man’s and MJ, Ant-Hank Man’s Pym and Janet Van Dyne, and others are among those who may appear.
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Review Wakanda Forever: Black Panther.
You are kindly invited to a funeral by Marvel StudiosYou should be aware that this is the tale of Black Panther: Wakanda ForeverThe narrative honors the la

You are kindly invited to a funeral by Marvel Studios
You should be aware that this is the tale of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
The narrative honors the late Chadwick Boseman in every way, even as Marvel moves the plot along and establishes a replacement as the leader of Wakanda
The Black Panther sequel ends up being unusually depressing for this reason. Some of my audience members did cry, sometimes at the most unexpected times
In terms of the movie, I’m still undecided. I kind of loved it. It broke my heart in other ways
In this ambivalent review of the Black Panther film without the real Black Panther, I’ll go over both the good and the bad
A Loss Story, Either Way
After Boseman’s tragic passing, a discussion erupted online. Fans pondered the Black Panther’s replacement after Boseman
When he revealed that he finished the script the week before Boseman passed away, director Ryan Coogler recently tore people’s hearts out
Obviously, the project had to start over after this significant loss. Boseman would have made Wakanda Forever significantly different from what we’re currently seeing
King T’Challa returned five years after The Blip, so Coogler insisted that even with Boseman, the story would have involved dealing with loss
As T’Challa/Black Panther, Chadwick Boseman
In that tale, Wakandans would already be in mourning. But since the film’s opening states the obvious, we see that on screen instead
Now dead is King T’Challa. His absence leaves two voids: one as Wakanda’s ruler and the other as the Black Panther, the nation’s protector
Killmonger’s destruction of the Vibranium plants required for this transition in the first movie makes it seem as though replacing the Black Panther is impossible. As a result, Wakanda seems hopeless and lost
Vibranium is a word that sounds eerily similar to vibrance, so don’t pass it by. The sequel recognizes that without Chadwick Boseman, we have all lost that
One versus five
Because of this, the sequel allows art to imitate life as four different women lament the centrifugal male figure in their lives
The loss of Ramonda’s only son must be mourned in addition to her recent widowhood. Her extreme overprotectiveness of her last child, Shuri, results naturally from this
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Shuri, on the other hand, struggles with using her rage as a coping mechanism for her grief. Nakia, the only person who could assist her, skipped even her lover’s funeral before leaving for Wakanda
Okoye, the Dora Milaje’s warrior leader, is the next. With everyone’s heart broken, she is attempting to hold the pieces of a kingdom together
Riri Williams, a fresh new character whom Target hinted at in a series of ads, is the last one we meet
In this tale, Riri plays the role of the outsider who ties the puzzle together
In some ways, Coogler changed Riri’s name in the dialogue to Shuri. This sums up the character. She is Black Panther 2’s technological goddess
Riri and Shuri, who are sisters from different worlds, are undoubtedly brought together by their shared intellectual interests. However, it is an external presence that truly ties them together
Even though the word “Atlantis” is never used in this movie, King Namor and his people are introduced for the first time in the MCU. They aren’t Atlanteans at all, presumably to avoid comparisons to DC’s Aquaman
They actually live in Talokan’s underwater realm and, while they are not Wakandans, they are certainly more powerful
Wakandans and Talokans are accidentally introduced by the United States, and a tense relationship results
The Latin American actor Tenoch Huerta Mejia, who was previously unheard of, and who gets the uncommon “and introducing
. ” credit in the movie, plays a pivotal role in the conflict
Wakanda Forever is a struggle. Namor poses a threat to peace and has no regard for humanity
In the process, he unintentionally starts a war with five fierce women, the majority of whom are Wakandan
The movie’s issues really start to show here. Throughout the story, Namor’s motivations are inconsistent
Bloodshed might have been avoided if he had come to the same conclusions sooner rather than later
Additionally, I didn’t find the character to be as interesting as the one in the comics. Namor first appeared in The Invaders, making him older than Marvel itself
I’m fascinated whenever Namor engages in conflict with or collaborates with the Fantastic Four because he’s such a conflicted antihero
He mostly comes across as a haughty jerk in Wakanda Forever. Although they are hollow, Coogler gives the character some scenes of sympathy. That irritates me because Killmonger, one of the top three MCU villains in my opinion, was presented in Black Panther. Black Panther has two talent gaps as a result of this
Boseman is one, whereas Michael B
The second is Jordan
Namor is just not as interesting as Killmonger. A poor analogy
In fact, I found myself thinking about relationships throughout the movie at various points. You typically date a few people you know won’t last long after a breakup
Get over your ex types, they are. The same sentiment can be applied to Namor and the whole film. Making a Black Panther sequel without the Black Panther presented Coogler with an impossible task. He unquestionably gave it his all. And allow me to be clear on this: I’d give Wakanda Forever a 7
Overall, 5 out of 10
Simply put, it isn’t Black Panther
Marvel Studios. When we see the same actors onscreen without Boseman or Jordan, the echoes of that movie seem like vivid dreams of loved ones who have passed away
I’m avoiding a few spoilers here and will elaborate on this topic a few months from now
Nevertheless, it perfectly captures how I felt about the sequel in general. I would probably awe at Wakanda Forever’s caliber and emotional resonance if I hadn’t seen Black Panther. We would have loved Wakanda just as much in 2018 if this tale had been our introduction to it
It’s not, though
So I didn’t
Accepting What Wakanda Forever Is. Consider the same scenario for a widow using the dating analogy once more
When you meet a potential partner, you realize you need to start dating again. But you’re aware that they’re not quite as good as the partner you found to be worthy of marriage
At some point in the future, they might be. Simply put, you’re not prepared to feel that way about someone else once more
That’s a brief summary of my experience with Wakanda Forever
There were so many things I liked about the movie, especially Riri Williams. In this movie, Dominique Thorne steals every scene just like Letitia Wright did in Black Panther
Recall that at the time, fans had already demanded that she succeed T’Challa as either the leader of Wakanda or the Black Panther. In this role, Riri brings that kind of, uh, vibrance
Martin Freeman also makes another appearance and lends his endearing everyman charm. Even more so, he makes a shocking revelation that I find genuinely delightful
When it comes to M’Baku, Winston Duke is back and once again excellent
The women of Wakanda are given priority in Coogler’s narrative on purpose. Picture from Vanity Fair
Due to this, M’Baku is relegated to supporting roles and serves primarily as comic relief. Keep in mind that he wasn’t just T’Challa’s friend; he was also an enemy
His grief would therefore manifest itself differently from that of the four Wakandan women. It belongs in another narrative
However, I’m still holding out hope that he’ll somehow have a bigger role in the upcoming Wakanda series on Disney
But even so, I can see why he’s not crucial to the story. The final words. Coogler was faced with that difficult decision
He was in mourning after recently losing his friend. But the future of a franchise and hundreds of millions of dollars were at stake. Consequently, Coogler was forced to improvise a new plot
The one he created is incredibly captivating
Just not the one we all would have chosen, it’s different
I attended a funeral that Marvel invited me to, and the entire time I was grieving and emotionally empty even as I was in awe of the people who had been more severely affected than I was
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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has finally arrived in theaters after four turbulent years, the passing of the franchise’s leading character, and a turbulen

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has finally arrived in theaters after four turbulent years, the passing of the franchise’s leading character, and a turbulent sequel production
That will be the only topic covered in this week’s MarvelBlog News for obvious reasons. Everything depends on it
Wakanda Forever Gets Off to a Flying Start
Start by going over the fundamentals. On Thursday, the North American premiere of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever took place
With regard to Friday’s box office, Thursday sneaks for the sequel brought in an impressive $28 million
That’s significant because it’s below the sum that Thor: Love and Thunder attained, which suggested a lackluster weekend
However, Friday also happened to be Veteran’s Day, which caused a surge in ticket sales
Hasbro/Marvel Studios are the sources
The sequel to Black Panther drew a sizable American audience on that holiday. Due to the holiday boost, Friday’s sales were $84 million. In terms of box office receipts, that ranks as the tenth-best Friday ever
When analyzing the Saturday and Sunday numbers, a few additional variables are taken into account. Yet Wakanda Forever accomplished what seemed insurmountable
Box office revenue on that first Friday was higher than the $75 made by Black Panther in 2018. 9 million dollars, plus $25. 2 million in revenue on Thursday
No sane person anticipated that Black Panther 2 would surpass the $202 million opening weekend haul of its predecessor
Disney and Marvel were after all marketing a Black Panther movie without the character’s internationally renowned actor. A tough sell, that one
In light of this, a domestic opening weekend gross of $180 million must be viewed positively by all parties
Disney predicts a $330 million opening weekend worldwide gross for the movie
The International Problem in Peril
You’ll notice that North America accounts for the lion’s share of Wakanda Forever’s revenue. That is not an accident
The international box office is still a hazy proposition for all Hollywood films, as was already mentioned here
Due to the pandemic’s lingering effects, some countries haven’t fully resumed their normal operations. Others simply don’t have the same level of theatrical demand as they did in 2019
Comparatively, Black Panther’s sequel’s opening weekend gross of $370 million was outperformed by $40 million. That wasn’t a reasonable expectation, though, to reiterate
The fact that Wakanda Forever’s international box office BP2 has doubled that of recent films The Batman and Black Adam is what matters
I used Thor: Love and Thunder, the most recent MCU film, as the boundary for this title
Thor 4 made $303. During its first weekend, 2 million people watched it globally. Additionally, foreign countries accounted for more than half of its overall global total
Oddly, the economy back then was stronger than it had been for Wakanda Forever
Both films were shown in China, which had a significant negative impact on sales but not on the overall result
Hollywood films do not do well in China. The market is more important for its ancillary income like merchandise and potential licensing
Due to all of these factors, Wakanda Forever legitimately faces one of the reviews that is the most open-ended of any tentpole movie I can ever remember. And I used to make a living by writing about box office
Critics will draw attention to how poorly it has performed in comparison to the original and selectively compare it to other Marvel movies
The $250 million production budget of the film will be used as evidence by fans of the franchise to claim that it will probably make money when it is released in theaters
Personally, I had kept tabs on early ticket sales and tracking and prepared for the worst possible outcome here. Therefore, I consider Wakanda Forever’s performance to be a strong demonstration of franchise power
I find it amazing that BP2 made 10% more money on opening weekend than Thor4
Black Panther’s reputation was strong enough to triumph over insurmountable odds
The statistics of Wakanda Forever Let’s talk about a couple of the sequel’s outstanding issues
First off, Wakanda Forever was a huge hit with both critics and viewers. BP2 has an 84 percent fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 75 percent rating among Top Critics as of the time of this writing
In the meantime, the movie hasn’t experienced review bombing (yet?)
Therefore, with a 95 percent Audience Score, it is absolutely brilliant. Wakanda Forever boasts a Metacritic score of 67, which is higher than the most recent Doctor Strange or Thor sequels
The grades on IMDb and Cinemascore are somewhat at odds
IMDb currently rates BP2 at 7. 4 out of 10, which is respectable but unremarkable. However, Cinemascore, whose ratings are based on opening day attendance, gave the movie an A
Without a doubt, Black Panther received an A. Therefore, this isn’t quite as good. Still, an A is significantly superior to the Bs received for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and Thor: Love and Thunder
Recall that Cinemascore uses an odd curve
Anything that doesn’t receive an A- isn’t a good film that will probably last longer. But a movie that gets an A ought to get good buzz
And A titles are incredibly uncommon, highlighting how significant of a cinematic accomplishment Black Panther was. These statistics taken together show that viewers liked Wakanda Forever, probably even more than they anticipated
Final Reflections
Unfortunately, the box office picture overall is more cloudy, at least for the MCU as a whole
The global opening weekend of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness brought in $450 million. The two subsequent releases haven’t come close to matching this total since then
In the meantime, the MCU’s reputation has suffered. Despite the fact that I disagree with the evaluation, I frequently read remarks from respectable people who disparage Phase 4’s general quality
Phase 4 unquestionably comes to a successful conclusion with Wakanda Forever, but Marvel still needs to do some convincing to get viewers to return to the theater
However, it’s possible that this is a general industry issue rather than a Marvel problem
The era of the mega-blockbuster is either coming to an end or is currently in decline. Either way, you could present evidence to support your claim
Hollywood needs to put out more quality films, according to the head of AMC Theatres. Marvel obviously accomplished that just now and received a positive outcome
But rather than a home run, I’d call it more of a double.
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Top MCU Film Villains.
The best villains in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) to date, in my opinion, would be chosen by a unanimous vote from any group of (sane) peopleWe’re o

The best villains in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) to date, in my opinion, would be chosen by a unanimous vote from any group of (sane) people
We’re only now beginning to recognize the lasting influence Thanos and Loki have had on the film industry several years after the fact
Even now, all MCU spinoffs face criticism because of (potentially unjust) comparisons to Thanos and Loki made by their villains
I wondered what this thought process was. Who are the greatest MCU movie villains to date, if those two bad guys are removed from the list? Rumlow, Brock
Kevin Feige is incredibly effective, which is something I admire
He rejects the idea of useless parts. Brock Rumlow, for instance, is first introduced to us in Captain America: The Winter Soldier
Because he is Crossbones, an assassin who enjoys collecting weapons and is a fairly common supervillain, comic book fans immediately recognize him as bad news
Image: Hollywood’s heroic side
By introducing Rumlow as someone who idolizes Captain America, Feige and the movie’s directors, the Russo Brothers, solve this issue
Seriously, the entire time Steve Rogers performs, that guy is overcome with awe
Of course, that makes the altercation between the two in the elevator much more personal. The fight ultimately involves Rumlow and his hero, Rogers, despite the fact that there are a lot of other guys on the elevator at the time
This shows that Rumlow will go to any lengths, including murdering his hero, to carry out a mission
Later, the character makes a second appearance in Captain America: Civil War, where he once more sacrifices millions of people in order to complete his mission
The distinction between good and evil is becoming increasingly elusive in our day and age
Brock Rumlow exemplifies this to a T. Barnes, Bucky
USA Jacket is shown in the picture
Diane de Poitiers, a famous French noblewoman, once said, “To have a good enemy, choose a friend: he knows where to strike
“. The fundamental idea behind Captain America: The Winter Soldier is that
Steve Rogers is a hilariously flawless hero who is completely incapable of doing wrong. When that person squares off against a foreign terrorist who also happens to be his best friend, how does he respond? picture via Pinterest
In this movie, Bucky Barnes plays a relentless, destructive force of nature
The fun comes from watching the noble Rogers gradually expose the hero hidden inside the villain by tearing away at Barnes’ impenetrable exterior
This movie is a masterwork of narrative
Vanko, Ivan Given how polarizing Iron Man 2 has been over the years, I might receive cards and letters for this one
Justin Hammer is probably considered the better villain in the movie, even by those who like it
I completely understand that as a longtime fan of Sam Rockwell
But that viewpoint is demonstrably incorrect
Ivan Vanko’s performance as Tony Stark’s evil counterpart is the key to Iron Man 2’s entire plot. Despite the fact that Vanko did not have a fortunate upbringing, the two men have similar intelligence and work ethics
Vanko begins working on a riskier version of the weaponized suits after Stark establishes proof of concept. He then adopts the name Whiplash
Regardless of your opinion of the film, it is impossible to deny that the scenes depicting Whiplash’s coming-out celebration during a Formula 1 race are compelling
Pic from SyFy Wire. Vanko’s disdain for cake eaters like Hammer also reflects Stark’s own contempt for bureaucracy
The men are eerily similar to one another, giving them a good reason to dislike one another
As an MCU story, it’s In a Mirror, Darkly
The next two villains put a different twist on the same idea
It’s a tainted mentor/protégé relationship’s domineering nature. Peter Parker is still in shock following the death of his father figure in Spider-Man: Far from Home
Here comes Mysterio, a multiverse-hopping superhero who resembles a more composed version of the late Tony Stark. Parker quickly puts his trust in this man, which is unusual for someone who is currently on a school trip
But when we are young, everyone is stupid
Later, we discover the truth about Mysterio, whose irate tech character would likely be more sympathetic today given the recent Twitter shenanigans
Even though it is not as deep as.
, the depth of this betrayal still cuts deep
Ironmonger
In 2008, I steadfastly jumped on the Iron Man bandwagon while the rest of the world gushed over The Dark Knight, ultimately naming it the year’s top film
The complex relationship between Tony Stark and Obadiah Stane, his late father’s partner, was essential to the movie’s quality
Iron Man requires a little bit more scrutiny in light of what we know about Howard Stark in order to understand how the man could have so drastically misjudged his partner
To permanently take over Stark Enterprises, Stane planned Tony’s abduction. That’s
.
pretty extreme. Once more, the normally carefree playboy was affected by Stane’s level of betrayal
Tony had looked to Stane as a father figure ever since Howard Stark passed away. That person hired mercenaries to abduct and kill Stark
Stane’s first thought was, “I’ve gotta steal that!” after Stark created an Iron Man suit in a cave. Obadiah Stane and Iron Monger from the Marvel Legends series. Hasbro is shown in the picture
His next thought was, “My suit is better,” which came later. I’m going to use it to murder Tony Stark
“. In retrospect, Howard Stark made lousy moral judgments
Even now, I’m unsure if Jarvis made a good butler. Yes, there were times when Avengers: Age of Ultron was a bit of a mess
Joss Whedon, the film’s flawed director, and Feige disagreed on a number of production-related issues. Today, most people support Feige because of the passing of time
However, we cannot discount what James Spader accomplished in the role of Ultron. a close associate of Robert Downey Jr
Spader has proven to be Tony Stark’s sin monument since they were teenagers and the ideal counterpoint. After the events of Avengers: Age of Ultron, the remains of an Ultron Sentry can be seen in a display case in the ride line
Avery and Rebecca Kaplan are shown in the picture. Finally, the inventor produced something he had no control over
Stark was alarmed when it started to act independently
An Isaac Asimov superhero tale then came to pass
And it was fantastic! Because of Ultron’s fierce independence, he was able to capitalize on humanity’s innate anxiety about the potential rise of machines
Karl Zemo
Name as many MCU supervillains as have actually triumphed
Helmut Zemo is the lone survivor
Zemo didn’t engage in a frantic scramble to seize power, in contrast to many other villainous characters in the MCU. Instead, Zemo devised a strategy, carried it out flawlessly, and ultimately destroyed the Avengers
Tony Stark was convinced by Zemo that the Stark matriarch had been murdered by Bucky Barnes
Tony feels conflicted about Howard, but he has soft feelings for his mother
The strongest heroes on Earth dispersed as Zemo laughed, Cappy defended his friend as expected, and Tony sought retribution
Later, he danced
Jon Watts is a complete genius and someone who most likely has a fascinating tale to tell
He came up with Peter Parker’s worst nightmare, and that’s the only reason I can think of for it. What if the girl accompanying Spider-Man on his homecoming date was a supervillain’s daughter, Watts wondered
Please ask Watts about his own experience at the homecoming dance if you ever interview him. Please tell me. Vulture, however, functions well as a character for two reasons
First, he was wronged by the government
He was working with people he trusted to run a successful business. Then, a superhero incident forced the company to suffer business losses, which ultimately led to their jobs being lost
The character used some of the tools to start a life of crime because he had no other option
His moral code was peculiar, though. The rare movie villain who respects his opponent enough to offer a compromise is Vulture, in fact
Parker’s superpowers made Vulture very happy, and his daughter, Liz, enjoyed the relationship. The bad guy enjoyed knowing that Parker was taking good care of his daughter
Parker was attempting to prosecute criminals on his own behalf
Therefore, he voluntarily gave up his dating life in order to catch the bad guy
Why Spider-Man: Homecoming succeeds is due to its Shakespearean elements
The protagonist must make a decision that will have devastating effects on all the families as they become more connected
This story is successful because Vulture adds the necessary element of plausibility to prevent the whole thing from reading like a subpar Riverdale episode
Killmonger. The best MCU movie villain to date, absent Thanos and Loki, would likely be Killmonger, in my opinion. This character is perfect in every way
First of all, he is correct. He should be resentful of having witnessed his father being taken from him as a child
Killmonger is also risky. It’s unsettling to think that all those scars on his body represent war fatalities. Superheroes are not allowed to kill in the MCU. On the other hand, this supervillain doesn’t just do that
He murders a lot and does it with pride. That is horrifyingly perverse
Killmonger is family, just like in a number of the other stories presented here
He is the cousin of the current King of Wakanda and an estranged prince
In other words, the character has all the necessary components to become a classic supervillain. Everything is also made better by the fact that Killmonger is on par with Black Panther in combat. Moreover, Michael B. Jordan practices his performance to the nth degree
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