Get a Sneak Peek of Peter Quill’s Heartfelt Plea in the First Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Clip

A new clip from the highly anticipated Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 has just been released by Marvel Entertainment, and it’s everything we’ve been waiting for. In this new Guardians of the Galaxy 3 clip, we see our favorite team of cosmic misfits in action once again, with Peter Quill (played by Chris Pratt) taking center stage. In the one-minute clip, Quill is pouring his heart and soul out to the new Variant of Gamora (played by Zoe Saldaña), urging her to open up and get to know him.

The clip also features a hilarious moment with Mantis, Drax, and Nebula, as Star-Lord struggles with the many buttons on his suit. Unfortunately, Mantis doesn’t seem to grasp the concept of color-coded buttons, leading to some comical confusion.

Excitingly, this new clip is just the latest in a string of promotional material released ahead of the film’s upcoming debut. Recent teasers have shown off Nebula’s impressive new arm upgrade, as well as the return of Yondu’s original teammate.

As the release of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 draws near, fans can expect even more exciting clips and teasers to be released. And with James Gunn once again at the helm, we can be sure that this latest installment in the franchise will be nothing short of epic.

Watch the team’s hilarious interaction below. I just love Mantis and her antics!

Watch: Disney’s New The Marvels Teaser Trailer!

Get ready to be thrilled as the much-awaited The Marvels teaser trailer is finally out! This upcoming movie is the sequel to the highly successful Captain Marvel and features an ensemble cast of female superheroes.

Brie Larson reprises her role as Carol Danvers, aka Captain Marvel, and is joined by Teyonah Parris, who played Monica Rambeau in WandaVision, and Iman Vellani, who recently starred in the Disney+ series Ms. Marvel.

The story of The Marvels takes place after the events of Ms. Marvel and sees the trio of powerful women teaming up to face new threats. The teaser trailer offers a glimpse into what’s in store for fans, revealing that Monica Rambeau now works as an astronaut and discovers her own set of superpowers.

The trailer also introduces Park Seo-joon, the South Korean actor known for his roles in Parasite and Itaewon Class, in a yet-to-be-disclosed role. Saagar Shaikh, Zenoiba Shroff, and Mohan Kapur play the roles of Kamala’s older brother, mother, and father, respectively. Meanwhile, Zawe Ashton portrays a mysterious villain, and Goose, the fan-favorite Flerken, makes a highly anticipated return to the screen.

Nia DaCosta, the director behind 2021’s Candyman, will be making her debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe with The Marvels. This will make her the first Black woman and fourth woman to direct a film in the MCU. DaCosta collaborated with Megan McDonnell, Elissa Karasik, and Zeb Wells to create the film’s screenplay.

In case you’re curious to take a peek, here’s what Marvel Studios have to say about The Marvels teaser trailer: “Carol Danvers aka Captain Marvel has reclaimed her identity from the tyrannical Kree and taken revenge on the Supreme Intelligence. But unintended consequences see Carol shouldering the burden of a destabilized universe. When her duties send her to an anomalous wormhole linked to a Kree revolutionary, her powers become entangled with that of Jersey City super-fan Kamala Khan, aka Ms. Marvel, and Carol’s estranged niece, now S.A.B.E.R. astronaut Captain Monica Rambeau. Together, this unlikely trio must team up and learn to work in concert to save the universe.”

Be sure to watch the trailer below courtesy of Marvel Studios.

The Marvels is scheduled to hit theaters on November 10, 2023, after experiencing a delay from its original release date. Stay tuned for more updates.

Secret Invasion Trailer Reveals Key Details That May Change the Course of the MCU

Marvel Studios has already released a new trailer for the highly-anticipated show Secret Invasion. And it is packed with never-before-seen key details and new reveals. The trailer features Samuel L. Jackson reprising his role as Col. Nick Fury, the former head of SHIELD, who returns to Earth to face a growing threat from a rogue cell of shape-shifting alien Skrulls. Check out the video below in case you need to rewatch the Secret Invasion trailer.

Let’s dive in and see some key details that may change the course of the MCU as we know it.

Key Detail #1: Secret Invasion Takes Place After Avengers: Endgame

Secret Invasion Trailer

The new trailer confirms that the majority of Secret Invasion will be taking place after the events of Avengers: Endgame. It begins with Ben Mendelsohn’s Talos revealing how bad things have gotten since Fury’s been gone, and Fury is now back in response to this growing threat.

Key Detail #2: Emilia Clarke’s Character is the Skrull G’iah

Emilia Clarke will be playing the Skrull G’iah. If you recall, she is the daughter of Talos first seen in Captain Marvel. Featured in several shots of the new Secret Invasion trailer, it looks like she will have a strenuous relationship with her father while coming to terms if she truly wants to be a rogue Skrull.

Key Detail #3: What Do Gravik and the Rogue Skrulls Really Want?

Secret Invasion Trailer

We get to see more about the villain Gravik, portrayed by Kingsley Ben-Adir, who appears to be leading a group of renegade Skrulls. Additionally, the trailer shows us a large-scale experiment that involves a device that Fury is seemingly trying to stop, which includes several hidden bodies.

Key Detail #4: No Formal Roster of Avengers Yet

Fury is questioned about the whereabouts of the Avengers, and he replies that he must face this new conflict alone. This suggests that a formal team of Avengers may not have been established yet, following the events of Avengers: Endgame.

Key Detail #5: The Department of Damage Control Will Play an Important Role in the Series

Secret Invasion Trailer

In the Secret Invasion trailer, it is revealed that the Department of Damage Control (DODC) will be playing a significant role in managing extraterrestrial threats in the absence of SHIELD. The contents of a briefcase labeled as a sample from a “Cull” specimen hint that the ranks of the DODC might have been infiltrated by the Skrulls.

Key Detail #6: Gravik’s Power and Possibility of Being MCU’s Super-Skrull

The final scenes of the trailer show Gravik extending his arm, preparing to attack an unseen adversary. This is a nod to Gravik’s potential to be the MCU’s version of the Super-Skrull. In the comics, Super-Skrull possesses the combined abilities of all the members of the Fantastic Four, making him a formidable, shape-shifting foe.

Key Detail #7: High Stakes for Nick Fury and the Future of the MCU

Secret Invasion Trailer

The trailer confirms several details regarding the show’s plot while hinting at the very high stakes for Fury. As the rogue Skrulls’ infiltration of humanity becomes more widespread, Fury has no other choice but to fight this new battle alone.

The Secret Invasion trailer is packed with intriguing details that give fans plenty to speculate about. From the return of Nick Fury to the introduction of new characters and potential plot twists, the upcoming Disney+ Marvel series is shaping up to be an exciting addition to the MCU. Be sure to mark your calendars for June 21 and get ready to unravel the mystery behind Secret Invasion.

Disney Exec Hints on Avengers 5 – Its Future and New Line Up

The senior executive at The Walt Disney Company recently provided insight into what fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) can anticipate from the team responsible for Avengers 5 slated for release in 2025. Following the conclusion of Avengers: Endgame in 2019, the 5th installment of the Avengers will mark the first full team-up of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes in this new era.

The upcoming film is expected to showcase Captain America, Shang-Chi, and Shuri’s Black Panther as the main protagonists battling Kang the Conqueror. Nevertheless, the roster is likely to expand in the coming years, particularly to account for the rumored demise of one of our MCU heroes in the Kang Dynasty’s arc.

Anthony Mackie’s Captain America is reportedly cast to be part of the new roster of Avengers that will go head-on against the immensely powerful Kang.

The speculation surrounding the much-anticipated movie has been growing, and waiting for another two years is quite a long ordeal for some fans. The production team is undoubtedly working to ensure that the storyline, character arcs, and overall direction of the movie live up to the high standards set by its predecessors.

This commitment to Disney and MCU fans was highlighted by Disney Exec Bob Iger during the recently concluded Morgan Stanley Technology, Media, and Telecom Conference as reported by Deadline. Iger shared some insights and observations on the upcoming Avengers movie, Avengers: The Kang Dynasty. He acknowledged the challenge faced by Marvel Studios to strike a balance between established fan-favorite characters and new faces, revealing that there will be “a lot of newness” in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s forthcoming projects.

Furthermore, the head writer of the movie, Jeff Loveness, has teased the inclusion of numerous heroes from both Phase 4 and Phase 5 of the MCU, including Yelena Belova (played by Florence Pugh) and Black Panther (played by Letitia Wright).

Another character who has been rumored to make an appearance in Avengers 5 is Namor, portrayed by Tenoch Huerta. In an interview, Jeff Loveness expressed his excitement about including the Talokanil leader in the movie, raising anticipation among fans for the underwater hero’s cinematic debut.

Namor (Tenoch Huerta) is also expected to make an appearance in Avengers 5.

The potential inclusion of members of the Guardians of the Galaxy in the new Avengers roster remains a mystery, although recent comments by James Gunn about Adam Warlock’s future have sparked speculation that the character may play a significant role in the team’s dynamic.

Adam Warlock (Will Poulter) from the GOTG franchise will seem to play a pivotal role in Avengers 5.

But still, the question on everyone’s mind is who exactly will make up this new group of Avengers and when the lineup will be officially confirmed. With close to a dozen new movies and TV shows set to debut during Phase 5, as well as a handful of others coming in Phase 6 in 2025, the potential roster of the Avengers is vast and exciting.

While writer Jeff Loveness has indicated that characters like Blade and The Fantastic Four are unlikely to feature in the upcoming movie, there are still numerous MCU mainstays that could be included. The possibilities for the new Avengers line-up are endless, and fans eagerly await confirmation of the team’s members. The pressure is on the production team to deliver a compelling storyline that satisfies the franchise’s die-hard fans and introduces innovative elements to keep the MCU fresh and engaging.

Amidst all the upheavals happening within Marvel Studios, it is possible that the highly anticipated Avengers 5 may not hit theaters until after 2025. Despite this, there is a strong expectation that the upcoming movie will be a worthy successor to its predecessors in the Avengers franchise. Avengers: The Kang Dynasty is currently scheduled for release on May 2, 2025,

Latest Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania Trailer Fully Reveals MCU MODOK

Now that Marvel Studios have finally released its latest, and probably last, official trailer for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, MCU fans now have a clearer idea of how the villainous big-headed baddie MCU MODOK arrives in the Quantum Realm.

MODOK (short for Mental Organism Designed Only for Killing) gained attention recently after rumors of his inclusion in the MCU Phase 5 film debut, especially when it was confirmed during last year’s San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC). Although only a brief glimpse of the mechanical villain was seen in the exclusive SDCC trailer for the sequel, he appears to have a significant role alongside Ant-Man and Kang. In case you missed it, here’s the official IMAX trailer of Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania.

Last December, it was also officially revealed that a Funko Pop! version of MCU MODOK will be around as part of the film’s many tie-ins. The vinyl collectible features the villain’s distinctive golden color and redesigned face from its comic book appearances. And with the recent trailer for Ant-Man 3 has revealed more details about MCU MODOK and his possible origins.

The recent trailer for Ant-Man 3 provided a glimpse of the MCU version of MODOK, showing that the character will retain its humanoid face, consistent with its comic book appearance. The trailer also confirms that actor Corey Stoll will reprise his role from the first Ant-Man movie as Yellowjacket. It also shows a shot of MODOK with a menacing and metallic face with glowing eyes, indicating how frightening the character will be when he is fully revealed in the Quantum Realm.

Image credit: Marvel Studios.
Image credit: Marvel Studios.

The trailer for Ant-Man 3 hinted that MODOK and Kang would collaborate somehow, but it is unclear how that will unfold. The trailer also showed Kang seeking help from Ant-Man as he endeavors to gain control over the multiverse. The last time we saw Stoll’s Yellowjacket character was when he agonizingly shrunk in jarring proportions as his suit malfunctioned. One theory floating around the MCU fandom is that Yellowjacket eventually landed in the Quantum Realm after that incursion with Ant-Man in the first film and was somehow distorted physically and mentally as he was violently sucked into the quantum dimension.

Image credit: Marvel Studios.

If this is the direction Marvel Studios will take in introducing MCU MODOK, then the cybernetic antagonist certainly has a lot to say to Scott Lang. It’s surely exciting to see how this plot unfolds once the film hits theaters on February 17.

Ant-Man and the Wasp Quantumania Latest Poster Shows a More Ominous Side of Kang

The Ant-Man and the Wasp Quantumania latest poster has been released as the film is slated to hit theaters on February 17, 2023. The poster features our quantum heroes alongside the silhouette of the foreboding Kang the Conqueror. This Kang variant is set to be the main antagonist of this multiversal saga, while this latest offering from Disney’s MCU will herald the beginning of its Phase 5 project.

In the latest installment of the “Ant-Man” series, Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) and Hope Van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly) reprise their roles as Ant-Man and the Wasp, respectively, as they team up with Hope’s parents, Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) and Janet Van Dyne (Michelle Pfeiffer). This film marks the official beginning of phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and follows the heroic quartet as they journey into the mysterious Quantum Realm, encountering strange creatures and challenging their own limitations. Take a look at this latest poster below.

Ant-Man and the Wasp Quantumania Latest Poster

Jonathan Majors will also be joining the cast of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania as the ominous Kang, having previously appeared in the Disney+ series Loki. Peyton Reed will be returning to direct the film, with Kevin Feige and Stephen Broussard serving as producers. This battle-ready version of Kang, as seen in this latest poster, is more reminiscent of his comic book version and gives a more sinister feel to this latest MCU villain.

Will be on the lookout since Disney has announced that a brand new trailer for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania will be debuting during the College Football Playoff National Championship on ESPN later tonight at 7:30 PM ET. And while waiting for the latest trailer to go live, here’s the first trailer once more.

Dave Bautista to exit the MCU after Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

Dave Bautista to exit the MCU as he confirmed that his upcoming portrayal of Drax the Destroyer in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 will be his last appearance as the character. Drax was Bautista’s breakout role, which he credits to his unique ability to deliver deadpan comedy with his towering physical presence. However, as he gets older, he has found it increasingly difficult to maintain the required physical condition for the role.

This is something to be expected by the former pro-wrestler turned actor, as Dave himself was quite frank on several occasions about his departure from the GOTG franchise.

Bautista has previously mentioned that his age and the time-consuming makeup process for the character of Drax have become more and more challenging for every GOTG film, leading many fans to wonder if he is ready to step down from the role. There are several occasions where this was made more evident. Once he requested to wear a shirt while appearing on the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind roller coaster at Disney World’s EPCOT, which was noticed by fans. This notion was supported by the fact that Drax wears a shirt in both the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special and in the trailer for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.

He also made it clear through a tweet back in 2021 that though Drax will probably remain in MCU, his portrayal of the comedic Guardian will most likely be passed to another.

And more recently, his eventual departure from Guardians of the Galaxy and perhaps from the MCU, in general, was further supported by his statements at an interview with GQ magazine. To quote:

“I’m going to be 54 years old by the time Guardians 3 comes out, and the shirtless thing is getting harder and harder for me… the journey has come full circle and I’m just ready to kind of step aside and wrap it up.”

Dave Bautista to exit the MCU and his plan to pursue more dramatic roles are understandable. He has gained critical acclaim for his roles in films such as Dune, Blade Runner 2049, Hotel Artemis, and SPECTRE, and is widely considered to be the most successful professional wrestler-turned-actor. Bautista retired from professional wrestling following his match at WrestleMania 35, ending a 20-year career in the sport. Currently, Bautista can be seen in Rian Johnson’s Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, now available to stream on Netflix.

 

Source: Collider

Disney+ Confirms the Streaming Release Date for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

The streaming release date for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever on Disney+ has been announced on the platform’s page. The film was previously expected to premiere on the streaming service following its exclusive 45-day theatrical run, but a previous report indicated that Marvel Studios had no plans to release the movie on Disney+ in 2022.

Marvel Entertainment’s official YouTube page has confirmed that we can expect to travel back to the Kingdom of Wakanda in the comfort of our homes. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever will be available to stream on Disney+ starting February 1, much to the delight of Marvel fans. This confirmation comes after earlier reports suggested that the film would premiere on January 20. Watch the official confirmation below.

Disney will also be releasing Black Panther: Wakanda Forever in its optional IMAX Enhanced format on streaming, in line with the company’s recent practice of offering Marvel Studios films in this format on their streaming platform. The film will also be available to stream before its official physical home media release, following Disney’s trend of releasing Marvel films on their streaming service first. No official Blu-ray release date for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has been announced yet, but more information is expected to be revealed in the weeks leading up to the film’s streaming launch so we’ll keep this one in our radars as well.

Director Ryan Coogler and several cast members from the original Black Panther film, including Letitia Wright, Lupita Nyong’o, Danai Gurira, Winston Duke, Florence Kasumba, and Angela Bassett, will return for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. The film will also introduce new characters to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, such as Dominique Thorne as Ironheart (who will star in her own Disney+ spinoff series) and Tenoch Huerta Mejía as Namor. Marvel’s new poster for the film highlights both old and new characters, with Wright’s Shuri – who becomes the new Black Panther – taking center stage.

With more information from Marvel.com.

Marvel Studios Drops the First Official Trailer for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

The internet is set ablaze again with Disney and Marvel Studio dropping the first official trailer for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. Kicking off MCU’s Phase Five of the Multiverse Saga, we finally get to see what is probably the most conniving and evil version of Kang the Conqueror. Watch the reveal below.

Thanks to this official trailer for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, we finally have a closer look at the inner workings of this mysterious realm including some of its mysterious residents. In contrast to the idea that was left in the minds of fans after seeing the return of Janet Van Dyne (played by Michelle Pfeiffer) from the quantum world, it now seems that this dimension is not entirely uninhabitable.

Owing to the scientific genius of Scott’s daughter Cassie, the family is now thrown back to the Quantum Realm to face the ultimate nemesis of the multiverse saga. This version of Kang is entirely different from his variant from the Loki Disney+ series, and is hinted to be the most brutally calculating of them all. And with the apparent secrecy of Janet Van Dyne with regards to her knowledge of this dimension, the MCU as we know it, will never be the same again.

The Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania stars Jonathan Majors, Evangeline Lilly, Michelle Pfeifer and Paul Rudd, and will land in cinemas on February 17, 2023.

2019 Class of Disney Legends Include Alumni and Stars from MCU, “Star Wars”

Ever since its establishment in 1987 the Disney Legend Awards honored people whose works have been integral to the success of the House of Mouse. Whether they were animators, theme park designers, musicians, film/TV production personnel, and artists, many have been named Disney Legends. Now, the 2019 awardees are revealed.

Disney announced the ten names that make up this year’s class of Disney Legends on May 16. Two are from the company’s theme park arm, two are from ABC News. The rest made their marks in Disney films and television. Some of them however, are from the MCU film franchise.

It’s perhaps appropriate that following the decade-one culmination of the MCU storyline, some of its stars will be honored. Some of them will continue with the franchise’s future installments and shows. One however, may have taken his final bow for the MCU. Becoming a Disney Legend makes a proper sendoff.

Here’s a list of the honorees for Disney Legends 2019:

  1. Robert Downey Jr. – Tony Stark/Iron Man, Marvel Cinematic Universe (2008-2019)
  2. Jon Favreau – Happy Hogan, MCU; also film director for “Iron Man” 1-2, “Jungle Book” and “Lion King” remakes (2016, 2019)
  3. Ming-Na Wen – voice of “Mulan” (1998); also Melinda May in ABC-MCU series “Agents of SHIELD”
  4. Hans Zimmer – composer for “Lion King” (animation and remake) and the first four “Pirates of the Caribbean” films
  5. James Earl Jones – voices of Darth Vader (“Star Wars”) and Mufasa (“Lion King”)
  6. Kenny Ortega – film director; currently famous for Disney Channel originals (“High School Musical” and “Descendants”)
  7. Bette Midler – film star for Disney (“Hocus Pocus” and Touchstone label
  8. Robin Roberts – ABC journalist
  9. Diane Sawyer – ABC journalist
  10. Barnette Ricci – Walt Disney Studios President/Show Director
  11. Wing Chao – Disney Parks and Resorts Asia Pacific VP (Development); Disney Imagineering Executive VP