Summary
Marvel Studioscould be planning more than we expected. New reports suggest they already have an entirely new phase lined up for the MCU afterSecret Wars.
Marvelalready has a packed schedule for the next few years, but that is not stopping them from looking further ahead. Reportedly, the studio is focused on a yet-to-be-explored side of the franchise.
During a recent Discord Q&A, industry insider Alex Perez shared some intriguing insights into Marvel Studios' plans for the MCU afterAvengers: Secret Wars. According to Perez, Marvel is gearing up to launch a new saga focused on the supernatural side of the MCU, with none other than Blade set to take center stage in this upcoming chapter of the franchise.
Marvel May Go Supernatural Following Secret Wars
Marvel Studios is already planning several future storylines, though it is uncertain which route they will ultimately take. Given their packed schedule, many rumored projects have yet to be developed or have been placed on hold. However, it is confirmed that two moreAvengersmovies are in the works, with additional movies sandwiched in between to connect the various storylines. All of this will eventually culminate inSecret Wars, marking the conclusion of the current saga. Recent rumors suggested thatMarvel was considering a Multiverse Saga, with Loki as the central figure. However, new reports indicate that the studio might shift its focus toward exploring the supernatural side of the MCU. Perez reported that Marvel could adopt an approach similar to what they did withWerewolf By NightandMoon Knight. This means the supernatural stories would exist within the same universe as the main MCU but remain somewhat isolated, allowing them to develop independently without heavy crossover at first. Marvel plans to keep these characters largely separate for now, allowing each to build their own arcs and develop within their own contained storylines. However, there is always the possibility thatthey will eventually come togetherin a future MCU crossover event, much like the studio has done in previous phases.
Furthermore, the source suggests that Marvel has already picked a key figure to lead this new supernatural saga - Blade. TheBladereboot has been stuck in development for quite some time, facing repeated delays and obstacles that have raised questions aboutwhether the movie will ever be released. It is now confirmed that Marvel will release the movie, but only when the timing is optimal. The studio aims to release it once they have the perfect story in place, ensuring Blade’s introduction to the MCU is both impactful and well-timed. If these rumors are accurate, Blade could be the ideal character to anchor this supernatural saga, which might explain why the project has taken so long to materialize. To succeed, they need to deliver a strong, compelling introduction for Blade that not only captivates audiences but also sets the standard for the supernatural corner of the MCU.If they fail to do so, there is a risk that fans may lose interest before the saga even takes off. IfBladeturns out badly, it could spell doom for all the projects within the new saga. While specific details about what comes afterBladeremain unknown, the source has hinted thatMarvel Studiosmay be gearing up to finally dive into the rumoredMidnight Sonsstoryline.
Bladeis scheduled to be released on July 14, 2025.
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