Avengers: Endgame marked the end of an era for the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), with many of the original Avengers retiring or passing on their mantles to new heroes. While the film provided closure for some storylines, it also opened up new possibilities for Marvel’s future. So, what’s next for the MCU after Endgame?
One of the biggest reveals in Avengers: Endgame was the passing of the mantle of Captain America from Steve Rogers to Sam Wilson, aka Falcon. This sets up a new era for Captain America and opens the door for more exploration of Sam’s character. In fact, a new series titled “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” has already been released on Disney+, which follows Sam and Bucky Barnes as they embark on a new adventure.
Another exciting development in Avengers: Endgame was the introduction of the multiverse. This concept allows for infinite possibilities and alternate versions of characters. This opens up the opportunity for characters from different universes to cross over and interact with one another.
One of the most highly anticipated is Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, which is set to be released in March 2022. Doctor Strange has already been confirmed to explore the multiverse in his upcoming sequel, “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.”The film will see Benedict Cumberbatch return as Doctor Strange, and will also feature Elizabeth Olsen as Scarlet Witch. It is expected to explore the concept of the multiverse, which was teased in the final act of Endgame.
The end credits scene of Spider-Man: Far From Home also teased the return of J.K. Simmons as J. Jonah Jameson, who appeared in the original Spider-Man trilogy. This hints at the possibility of characters from previous iterations of Marvel films appearing in the current universe.
And Thor: Love and Thunder which is set to be released in May 2022. The film will see Chris Hemsworth reprise his role as the God of Thunder, and will also feature Tessa Thompson as Valkyrie and Natalie Portman as Jane Foster. Not much is known about the plot of the film, but it has been confirmed that it will introduce a new villain played by Christian Bale.
Furthermore, Thor’s journey in Avengers: Endgame leaves room for further exploration of his character. After losing Asgard and his family, he joins the Guardians of the Galaxy and sets off on a new adventure. This opens the possibility for a team-up movie between the Guardians and Thor.
Black Widow’s sacrifice in Avengers: Endgame also leaves room for exploration of her backstory. A standalone Black Widow movie has already been released, but there are still options for exploring her character further.
In addition to these films, Marvel has announced several Disney+ series that will continue to expand the MCU. These include Hawkeye, Ms. Marvel, Moon Knight, and She-Hulk. Each of these shows will introduce new characters to the MCU, and will explore different corners of Marvel’s vast universe.
Finally, the introduction of the Eternals in their own upcoming movie also hints at the potential for a new era of heroes. With their cosmic abilities and unique history, the Eternals could have a major impact on the future of the MCU.
Overall, Avengers: Endgame was the end of an era, but it also set up exciting possibilities for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. With the introduction of new characters and storylines. With new characters and storylines, fans can’t wait to see what’s next for Earth’s Mightiest Heroes,the future of the MCU is full of potential.
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