The Marvel Cinematic Universe capped 2021 with the release ofSpider-Man: No Way Home, the endSpinnentiershare in theTrilogy directed by Tom Holland. But that wasn't the only success of the past year:Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,Black widow,wandvision,jLokiThey were among the many Marvel films and series to receive critical acclaim when they debuted.
Luckily, Marvel has even more anticipated releases for us in 2022. We will see the return of series likeAnd if…?, which aired its first season in 2019 and features alternate plots featuring our favorite characters.Mrs Miraclefeatures the MCU's first Muslim teen superhero, Kamala Khan, asBlack Panther: Wakanda Foreverdelivers the sequel to the groundbreaking 2018 film. Old favorites like Thor return, withThor: Love and Thunder, which gives us a glimpse of intergalactic life afterwardAvengers Endgame.
Make sure you have so much to look forward toDisney+ subscriptionIt's all set, the popcorn is made and tickets are pre-purchased because these must-see blockbusters and TV hits are not to be missed. Below are all of the Marvel movies and series coming to theaters and Disney+ in 2022.
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Mond Ritter
The first on the list isMond RitterStarring Oscar Isaac, Ethan Hawke, May Calamawy and Gaspard Ulliel. The six-episode series, based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name, follows a former mercenary who suffers from dissociative identity disorder, a mental illness characterized by multiple personalities.
Moon Knight's aliases include Steven Grant, a gift shop clerk who experiences repeated blackouts and flashbacks to an alternate life. He soon realizes that he shares a body with Marc Spector, a former marine once resurrected by the ancient Egyptian god Khonshu. Confronted with a "deadly mystery" involving the Egyptian gods, Steven/Marc are forced to navigate the complexities of their multiple identities. The series streams exclusively on Disney+.
Release date: March 30, 2022
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morbidity
morbidityis a film based on the Marvel Comics character Dr. Michael Morbius, a biochemist suffering from a rare blood disorder who accidentally turns into a vampire while trying to cure himself of his debilitating illness. In the comics, Morbius is an opponent of Spider-Man, but there's no confirmation as to whether or not we'll see Spidey in the movie against the anti-hero.
With Jared Leto as the main character,morbiditywas produced by Sony Pictures in association with Marvel Studiostechnically not in the correct Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Release Date: April 1, 2022
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Doctor strange in the multiverse of madness
Sam Raimi, Director of OriginalsSpider ManTrilogy, starring Tobey Maguire, is the filmmaker behind Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, which is slated for release in late spring.
The film stars Benedict Cumberbatch as Doctor Strange, Patrick Stewart as Charles Xavier, Rachel McAdams as Dr. Christine Palmer, Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff, Xochitl Gomez as America Chavez, Benedict Wong as Wong and Michael Stuhlbarg as Dr. Nicodemus West. After the events ofSpider-Man: No Way Home, Doctor Strange casts a spell and must now face the consequences of opening the door to the alternate realities of the multiverse.
Release Date: May 6, 2022
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Mrs Miracle
On March 15, fans finally got to meet the Marvel Cinematic Universe's first Muslim teenage superhero. Kamala Khan is a 16-year-old Pakistani-American living in Jersey City, New Jersey who has a deep fascination with superheroes, particularly Captain Marvel. Living an ordinary teenage life, she dreams of what life would be like if she had her own superpowers, that is, until she discovers it is herAs a matter of facthe has her
Actress Iman Vellani makes her screen debut as the main character. Afterdiversity, Saagar Shaikh plays his older brother Mohan Kupar and Zenobia Shroff, his parents, Matt Lintz, his best friend, and Aramis Knight, the Red Dagger. The six-episode series streams exclusively on Disney+.
Release date: June 8, 2022
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Thor: Love and Thunder
The official trailer tooThor: Love and Thunderdebuted on May 23, giving us a sneak peek at the highly anticipated film. Hefifth installmentthe followingThor,Thor: The Dark World,Thor: Ragnarök, jAvengers Endgameseems to focus on Thor's retired life when his quest for inner peace is interrupted by Gorr the God Butcher (Christian Bale), who is trying to kill all the galactic gods.
Taika Waititi directs as Chris Hemsworth returns to his role as the God of Thunder. Tessa Thompson plays Valkyrie, while Natalie Portman stars as Jane Foster, aka Marvel's new superhero Mighty Thor. Other starring roles are played by Chris Pratt, Russell Crowe, Jaimie Alexander, Matt Damon and Melissa McCarthy.
Release date: July 8, 2022
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She-Hulk: Anwalt
Ella HulkPremieredon Disney+ this summer, rounding out Marvel's packed schedule for the season. Tatiana Maslany plays Jennifer Walters, a lawyer and cousin of Bruce Banner, also known as Hulk. After accidentally receiving a blood transfusion from her cousin, Jen gains her superhuman abilities to turn herself green and Hulk-like.
AfterCollider, the series will air in 10 30-minute episodes. Mark Ruffalo reprises his role as the monstrous superhero alongside Tim Roth, Jameela Jamil, Ginger Gonzaga and Josh Segarra. And thanks to an interview withThe cut,We now know that pop star Megan Thee Stallion is also appearing on the show. Stunt actor Marché Day has been cast as a stunt double for the "Body" singer. Megan accountThe cutthat this is just the beginning of her acting journey, stating, "I don't feel like just an actress. I feel like I'm going to be a director and producer too."
Release date: August 17, 2022
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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
The last trailer for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever debuted on October 3, giving us aconsider closerin the sequel to the 2018 film,Black Panther. It will continue to explore the world created in the first film, although it will lack an iconic character.
After the death of actor Chadwick Boseman, who played T'Challa, King of Wakanda, in August 2020, director Ryan Coogler had to reinterpret the events of this second part.
Plot details have been kept under wraps and the release date is still months away. But the trailer offered a glimpse of a new hero and shed some light on how the sequel will honor Boseman's legacy. We're also introduced to a new villain, Namor, who seeks war in Wakanda.
As for the ensemble cast, we know that Letitia Wright, Lupita Nyong'o, Danai Gurira, Angela Bassett, Martin Freeman and Winston Duke are reprising their roles.
Release date: November 11, 2022
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And if...?
Although the second season ofAnd if…?Thought to debut this year, it's more likely to premiere sometime next year. The first season premiered in August 2021, so we can probably assume that the second installment will be released sometime in early 2023.
Marvel Studios confirmedin November 2021 that The Watcher will return to the animated series and that we will meet even more superheroes and realities in the multiverse.
Release date: TBD
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Guardians of the Galaxy Weihnachtsspecial
At the end of the year, Marvel Studios will startGuardians of the Galaxy WeihnachtsspecialCreated, Written and Directed by James Gunn. The special will cheer fans up while they wait for the next one.Protector of the GalaxyThe film will be released sometime in 2023.
As with most Marvel projects, story details are unknown, but we know thatThe show will air on Disney+.
Release Date: Holiday 2022
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FAQs
Who is the new hero in Wakanda Forever? ›
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, which dropped on Disney Plus on Wednesday, introduced a new armored hero to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Riri Williams, aka Ironheart, is an MIT student and genius inventor who managed to craft a suit of armor based on that of late Avenger Iron Man.
Who is at the end of the Wakanda Forever trailer? ›As indicated in the trailer, by Wakanda Forever's end, Shuri is indeed the new Black Panther.
Who is the new superhero in Black Panther 2? ›Black Panther: Wakanda Forever brings the Marvel Cinematic Universe its newest hero in Riri Williams, a teen genius who forges her own Iron Man-style armor to become Ironheart. She's soon starring in her own series Ironheart, coming to Disney+.
Who will be the next Black Panther actor? ›It's been confirmed that the sequel will honour the legacy of Chadwick Boseman and won't recast the role of T'Challa. Thankfully as well, there are no plans to use a 'digital double' in the sequel. "There's only one Chadwick and he's not with us," said Marvel Studios' EVP Victoria Alonso.
Who replaced tchalla in Black Panther 2? ›After Chadwick Boseman's death, there was a lot of talk about who would replace King T'Challa in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Producer Nate Moore has now revealed that there was only one option to replace T'Challa from the beginning, and it was to turn Letitia Wright's Shuri into the protagonist.
Is T'Challa dead in Wakanda Forever? ›T'Challa dies in the first scene from an "undisclosed illness." "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" opens with a chaotic scene in which Shuri (Letitia Wright) is trying to recreate the heart-shaped herb seen in the first movie in order to save her brother T'Challa (Chadwick Boseman).
Who is replacing Chadwick in Black Panther? ›Marvel Studios did not recast the role played by the late Chadwick Boseman in “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” and industry experts say that was a smart move for the franchise.
Is Shuri the new Black Panther? ›It's a controversial choice as Bast refused her, but it also gives Shuri more agency than her brother. After her bravery and smart wits defeat Morlun and save T'Challa and Storm from the underworld, the Panther God finally recognizes Shuri as the new Black Panther.
Who is the little boy at the end of Black Panther? ›Divine Love Konadu-Sun, who portrayed Toussaint, the son of Chadwick Boseman's King T'Challa in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, recently spoke out about the role for the first time.
Will Chadwick Boseman be recast in Black Panther 2? ›Unsurprisingly, "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" was set into motion to help wrap up Marvel's Phase Four in which Boseman was expected to return as the lead. However, after news of his death, fans requested King T'Challa not be recast and instead suggested Letitia Wright's Shuri become the leader of Wakanda.
Is Trevor Noah in Black Panther 2? ›
So, it should surprise no one that Letitia Wright's Shuri in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has her own celebrity back to bring life to the new A.I. system Griot, and he is voiced by none other than Trevor Noah!
Who is going to be the main villain of Black Panther 2? ›From his shark-tooth throne to his ankle winglets, Namor The Sub-Mariner is one of the biggest reasons to watch Black Panther: Wakanda Forever on November 11th. As Marvel's new villain splashes down, here's everything you need to know, from Namor's comic-book roots to actor Tenoch Huerta's swimming lessons.
Who is next Iron Man? ›Iron Man was retired in 2019's Avengers: Endgame, when he sacrificed himself to defeat Thanos' army. Stark has remained away from the MCU since, but Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne) is now set to take his place in the franchise.
Is Shuri the new queen? ›Is Shuri the Queen of Wakanda? Shuri is not the queen at the end of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Despite having the best claim, she decided to hold onto her title of princess of Wakanda.
Is Winston Duke the new Black Panther? ›...
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After getting restored to life, she joins the battle against an alternate Thanos. Following her brother and mother's death, she becomes the new Black Panther, defeating Namor in combat and forming an alliance with Talokan against the rest of the world.
Why Marvel didn t recast Black Panther? ›In an interview with Empire, Feige says that recasting T'Challa, the proper name of Boseman's character, was not in the cards at that point. “It just felt like it was much too soon to recast,” Feige told Empire. “Stan Lee always said that Marvel represents the world outside your window.
Does T'Challa become king again in Black Panther? ›But because T'Challa never submits and didn't die — he is tossed off a waterfall but survives long enough to be revived by Wakanda's magical Heart-Shaped Herb — he is able to fight Killmonger again at Black Panther's climax. This time he emerges victorious and reclaims the throne.
What kills t Challa? ›However, Thanos arrives in Wakanda and completes and activates the Infinity Gauntlet, killing half of all life in the universe. As a result, T'Challa disintegrates along with Barnes, Wilson, Maximoff, and Groot. In 2023, T'Challa is restored to life.
Who has killed T Challa? ›Despite a close fight, T'Challa was killed by Killmonger, who was in turn killed himself by Storm, all part of a plot she had orchestrated to kill off T'Challa while still looking heroic to the Wakandans.
How will Marvel explain Black Panther death? ›
Chadwick Boseman, who played the lead character, T'Challa, in the first film, died in 2020. The franchise addresses this by killing off T'Challa and showing Wakanda mourning his death.
Who becomes the new king of Wakanda? ›In a surprising turn of events, M'Baku becomes King of Wakanda instead of Shuri. Here's a look at why. Warning: This article contains spoilers for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
Who is Shuri in love with? ›Shawver has revealed that a romantic connection between the new Black Panther Shuri (Letitia Wright) and Talokan's ruler Namor (Tenoch Huerta Mejía) was explored in some takes.
Does Shuri become a hero? ›The daughter of T'Chaka and half-sister of T'Challa, Shuri spent much of her life living in the shadows of men. However, after working to stop an invasion of Wakanda and helping her brother recover after Doctor Doom nearly killed him, Shuri stepped into the spotlight and became the Black Panther herself.
Does Shuri have a child? ›Shuri witnessed the arrival of Erik Killmonger, a Black Ops operative who killed Klaue and challenged T'Challa for the crown. He was revealed to be the son of N'Jobu, Shuri and T'Challa's uncle, and wants revenge for his death at the hands of T'Chaka.
Why did Nakia leave Wakanda? ›In the spirit of moving forward, Nakia walks out with a young boy, whom she introduces to Shuri as Toussaint, her son. She explains that he was born shortly after the Blip, and that she and T'Challa agreed that he should be raised away from the pressures of the throne.
What did Shuri burn at the end of Wakanda Forever? ›Shuri burned her funeral gown in the post-credit scenes of “Wakanda Forever” as a symbol of releasing her pent-up emotions and grieving for T'Challa, her late brother and former king of Wakanda. She traveled to Haiti to Nakia, who had a young boy, revealed to be T'Challa's son, to finally say goodbye to her brother.
Does Killmonger have a son? ›During a subsequent duel with T'Challa, Killmonger is killed by Monica Rambeau, whom he had previously captured and imprisoned. Killmonger's young son is last seen swearing vengeance against Black Panther, much like N'Jadaka had done years earlier after the death of his own father.
Will Michael B Jordan be in Black Panther 2? ›Jordan played Killmonger in the first film, where he fights Chadwick Boseman's T'Challa in a quest to rule Wakanda and be the next Black Panther. He is, however, defeated and killed in the film. He returns in the sequel as an ancestor to Shuri.
Will Michael B Jordan be in Wakanda Forever? ›Michael B. Jordan's legendary villain from the first Black Panther film makes a surprising cameo in the sequel, Wakanda Forever, now streaming on Disney+.
Who will reprise the role of Black Panther? ›
Nyong'o, Angela Bassett, Winston Duke, Martin Freeman, Letitia Wright, Florence Kasumba and Gurira all reprise their roles from the first film. The credits in the July 2022 trailer gave Wright top billing with Nyong'o and Gurira following.
Who is the cast of Black Panther 2 AI? ›Who Voices Shuri's AI In 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever'? Trevor Noah Is "African Siri" Griot.
Who is the real villain of Wakanda Forever? ›But Wakanda Forever's villain Namor (Tenoch Huerta), who rules the underwater kingdom known as Talokan, won me and the audience over as easily as the fluttering of his ankle wings.
Who is stronger Namor or Aquaman? ›Out of the two, Namor is by far the more powerful one. With that said, Aquaman can control aquatic life through marine telepathy, something Namor cannot do. A similarity between the two is that both of them are half-human and half-Atlantean.
Will doom be in Wakanda Forever? ›No, despite the earlier rumours to the contrary, Doctor Doom does not appear in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever – although it probably won't be too long before we do see him starring in the MCU, with the villain expected to take on a key role in Fantastic Four and Avengers: Secret Wars during the upcoming Phase 6.
Can Tony Stark come back? ›In addition to A.I. technology, Tony Stark could return to the MCU through hologram. In the Ironheart comics, Tony does appear as a hologram as his A.I. operates Iron Man suits and projects an image of himself.
Will Iron Man return in 2023? ›Well, it is highly unlikely that Tony Stark will return since there are high chances of him being replaced by young Avenger called the Iron Heart, as introduced in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.As we know that Iron Man has served as a mentor for the heroes of the next generation, it will be interesting to see if Tony ...
Who is the female Iron Man? ›Biography. Inspired by Tony Stark, AKA Iron Man, and determined to follow in his heroic footsteps, fifteen-year-old super-genius Riri Williams builds her own suit of advanced armor and leads a life of adventure, crime-fighting, and humanitarianism as the Super Hero known as Ironheart.
Does Tchalla have a son? ›While T'Challa's son, Toussaint came as a surprise in the movie, it was one of the biggest reveals in the MCU. The audiences did not know but Nakia and Boseman's T'Challa had a child off-screen and he stayed with his mother in Haiti to grow up away from the throne of Black Panther.
How powerful is Shuri? ›It would seem that Shuri also has increased speed, stamina, and other physical characteristics as a result of her superhero transformation to go along with her genius-level intellect. All indications are that she is at least as powerful as T'Challa or Killmonger, effectively making her a super soldier.
Is Jabari the new king? ›
M'Baku Is Wakanda's New King (For Now) in Wakanda Forever
She sent M'Baku of the Jabari (Winston Duke) in her place to take the throne. While we don't see what happens in the actual crowning ceremony, we don't think anyone has the gumption to fight M'Baku for the throne. Video Player is loading. This is a modal window.
The Black Panther has been the protector of Wakanda for many centuries, so even with T'Challa's passing in the MCU, someone must step up and become the hero. It's not exactly a surprise that Princess Shuri (Letitia Wright) becomes the new Black Panther in Wakanda Forever.
Who are the heroes in Wakanda Forever? ›- 10.) Everett Ross (Martin Freeman)
- 9.) Aneka (Michaela Coel)
- 8.) Ayo (Florence Kasumba)
- 7.) RiRi Williams (Dominique Thorne)
- Namor (Tenoch Huerta)
- M'Baku (Winston Duke)
- Shuri (Letitia Wright)
- Queen Ramonda (Angela Bassett)
In the newly revealed roster for Jed MacKay and C.F. Villa's Avengers team, Marvel shared that Carol Danvers will take on a leadership role, as she will lead a team featuring several major heroes, including Iron Man, Thor, and Black Panther.
Who is the new queen of Wakanda? ›Oscar nominee Angela Bassett Rules as Queen Ramonda in 'Wakanda Forever' | Here & Now.
Who is the next Iron Man? ›Iron Man was retired in 2019's Avengers: Endgame, when he sacrificed himself to defeat Thanos' army. Stark has remained away from the MCU since, but Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne) is now set to take his place in the franchise.
Will Chadwick Boseman be in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever? ›Since then, a handful of details were released about the film, including the official title and returning cast members. Following Chadwick Boseman's death in 2020, the cast and creators have also shared that his titular character will not be recast as they honor the actor's legacy and portrayal of T'Challa.
Are there any Avengers in Wakanda Forever? ›The absence of the Avengers underscores the major themes of Wakanda Forever as the country figures out where they belong within the Marvel Universe. Joe George's writing has appeared at Slate, Polygon, Tor.com, and elsewhere!
Which Avenger went to Wakanda? ›Battle of Wakanda
In 2018, the Avengers consisting of Steve Rogers, Black Widow, War Machine, Falcon, Bruce Banner, and Wanda Maximoff arrived in Wakanda and were greeted by T'Challa. They tasked Shuri with extracting the Mind Stone from Vision.
Adopted brother of Wakanda's King T'Challa and the leader of the Wakandan Secret Police, the Hatut Zeraze, Hunter, is an expert tracker and nicknamed the White Wolf.
Who is the next Avengers villain? ›
Kang has arrived. At Comic-Con 2022, Marvel Studios' Kevin Feige made official what many fans had been theorizing for some time: Kang the Conqueror is the MCU's next Thanos-like villain.
Who are the New Avengers 5? ›Anthony Mackie's Captain America, Natalie Portman's Mighty Thor, Hailee Steinfeld's Kate Bishop/Hawkeye, Simu Liu's Shang-Chi, Benedict Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange, Elizabeth Olsen's Scarlet Witch, Xochitl Gomez's America Chavez, and Tom Holland's Spider-Man.
Who is the new king in Black Panther? ›In a surprising turn of events, M'Baku becomes King of Wakanda instead of Shuri.
Who is King T Challa's wife? ›Nakia explained to Shuri that she and T'Challa had agreed it was better for him to grow up in Haiti, away from the pressure of being Wakanda's king. She also revealed that he had prepared them for his death, and told them not to come to his funeral.
Is Shuri the first female Black Panther? ›...
Shuri (character)
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