All the New Marvel Studios MCU Reveals from SDCC 2024

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Last year’s San Diego Comic-Con was a disappointment for the MCU due to the SAG-AFTRA strike, which prevented actors and writers from promoting their movies.

However, this year’s SDCC made up for it, delivering numerous updates on the flagship franchise and other upcoming projects. Let’s take a look at everything that was revealed:

‘Avengers 5’ Receives New Title and Doctor Doom Announcement

The biggest update of the night was reserved for the ‘Avengers’ franchise. The Russo Brothers are returning to the MCU, and ‘Avengers 5’ has a new title: “Avengers: Doomsday,” set for release in May 2026.

Additionally, a newly designed “Avengers: Secret Wars” logo was unveiled, with a new release date of May 2027. It was also announced that Robert Downey Jr. will play Victor Von Doom. The Russo Brothers praised Downey Jr., stating they needed “the greatest actor in the world” for the role. Downey Jr. expressed his excitement, saying, “new mask, same task,” and his love for playing “complicated characters.” This brings us a step closer to the ‘Time Runs Out’ storyline unfolding in the MCU.

Giancarlo Esposito’s Villain Role Unveiled

Despite Some Criticism, Fans Believe One Character Will Save 'Captain America: Brave New World'

The biggest announcement related to ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ was the reveal of Giancarlo Esposito’s character. Contrary to all guesses, Esposito will be playing Sidewinder, the leader of the Serpent Society. His character was added during the expensive reshoots.

It was also revealed that adamantium, the powerful metal known for Wolverine’s claws and skeleton, will play a significant role in ‘Brave New World.’ At the film’s start, countries are vying for adamantium resources. President Ross aims to share these resources globally and enlists Sam Wilson to help rebuild the Avengers.

Following this announcement, the same footage shown at CinemaCon 2024 was revealed. It included a scene with new President Thaddeus Ross discussing the celestial from ‘Eternals’ and adamantium production. Sam Wilson and Joaquin are seen flying together in their Falcon suits. The footage concludes with President Ross transforming into the Red Hulk at a podium in front of the White House, with the Red Hulk resembling Harrison Ford but with yellow eyes and black hair.

Exclusive ‘Thunderbolts’ Footage Revealed

The highlight of the ‘Thunderbolts’ presentation was the exclusive footage. It begins with Yelena visiting Alexei’s messy apartment and asking if he feels fulfilled. A dramatic version of the Pixies’ “Where is My Mind” plays as the Thunderbolts are assigned the same mission and end up fighting each other. The clip introduces a character named “Bob” (Pullman’s Sentry), shown in a hospital gown, before it ends.

Feige also confirmed that the team won’t be named after Thaddeus Ross. The cast described the Thunderbolts as a struggling team reluctant to work together.

‘Fantastic Four’ Reveals New Title, Exclusive Footage, and Plot Details

At the beginning of the presentation, a new fitting title for the first entry in the franchise was revealed: ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps.’ Director Matt Shakman shared his aim to make the Fantastic Four’s powers feel real by consulting scientists and animal experts. The film will feature a futuristic version of the 1960s setting and aesthetic, presenting New York as “what you’ve seen from the 60s and something more.”

Additionally, exclusive footage was shown. Filmed in a 4:3 aspect ratio to resemble retro television, it begins with Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal) teaching a class and asking if they want to see an explosion. The Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) appears as a silhouette on the dating show “The Dating Game.” The team is then shown in astronaut suits with their last names on them, boarding a retro-futuristic rocket. As the rocket takes off, the aspect ratio changes. The footage concludes with Galactus’ comic-accurate face partially visible behind a building.

You can check out the footage below:

And that’s pretty much all, folks! What do you think about the new announcements? Let us know in the comments below!

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