After the release of Ant-Man and The Wasp, Marvel fans are eagerly waiting for the next installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). So, what is the next Marvel movie after Ant-Man? In this article, we will delve into the details of the upcoming Marvel releases and what we can expect from them.
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Captain Marvel 2: The Marvels
The next Marvel movie after Ant-Man is Captain Marvel 2, which is officially titled “The Marvels”. Brie Larson will reprise her role as the titular character Carol Danvers (Captain Marvel), and joining her will be Teyonah Parris as Monica Rambeau (previously seen in WandaVision) and Iman Vellani as Kamala Khan (Ms. Marvel).
The film is directed by Nia DaCosta and written by Megan McDonnell. It is said to revolve around the three female superheroes teaming up against a new threat, and exploring their shared past and present. This movie is expected to release on November 11, 2022.
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Spider-Man: No Way Home
Although not officially announced as the next Marvel movie after Ant-Man, Spider-Man: No Way Home is the most anticipated Marvel release of 2021. The film is set to feature Tom Holland’s Peter Parker/Spider-Man, along with returning characters such as Doctor Octopus, Green Goblin, and Electro from previous Spider-Man movies.
The movie has been shrouded in secrecy, with no official plot details being released. However, rumors suggest that it will explore the multiverse, and could involve appearances from other Spider-Men such as Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield. Spider-Man: No Way Home is scheduled to release on December 17, 2021.
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Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is the sequel to 2016’s Doctor Strange, and is set to explore the concept of the multiverse. Benedict Cumberbatch will reprise his role as Dr. Stephen Strange, and joining him will be Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff/Scarlet Witch.
The movie is directed by Sam Raimi, who previously directed the original Spider-Man trilogy. It is said to have horror elements, and could potentially set up the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is slated for release on March 25, 2022.
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Thor: Love and Thunder
Thor: Love and Thunder is the fourth installment in the Thor franchise, and is directed by Taika Waititi. Chris Hemsworth returns as the God of Thunder, along with Tessa Thompson’s Valkyrie and Natalie Portman’s Jane Foster.
The most exciting aspect of this movie is that Jane Foster will become the female Thor, taking on the mantle of the Asgardian hero. The movie is also set to feature the Guardians of the Galaxy and Christian Bale as the villain Gorr the God Butcher. Thor: Love and Thunder is scheduled to release on May 6, 2022.
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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is the sequel to 2018’s Black Panther, and is being directed by Ryan Coogler. The movie will not recast the role of T’Challa following the tragic passing of Chadwick Boseman, but instead explore the world of Wakanda and its rich cast of characters.
The movie is said to focus on the legacy of T’Challa and the impact of his reign as King of Wakanda. It is unclear who will take on the mantle of Black Panther, but there are rumors that it could be Letitia Wright’s Shuri or Winston Duke’s M’Baku. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is set to release on November 10, 2022.
In conclusion, while Ant-Man fans may have to wait a bit longer for the next installment in that franchise, the Marvel Cinematic Universe is not short on exciting releases. With Captain Marvel 2, Spider-Man: No Way Home, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Thor: Love and Thunder, and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever all set to release in the near future, Marvel fans have a lot to look forward to. Each of these movies promises to offer something unique and exciting, and continue the legacy of the world’s favorite superhero franchise.
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