Insider Reveals More Information About the Upcoming ‘Nova’ Project
As we have reported, Marvel Studios is developing a Nova series for Disney+, focusing on Richard Rider’s journey as the human rocket In the comics, Richard Rider becomes Nova after the Nova Corps is decimated by the Annihilation Wave, an onslaught led by the villain Annihilus from the Negative Zone.
Annihilus, originally a Fantastic Four adversary, wields the Cosmic Control Rod, granting him immense power and longevity, and he is, according to some earlier rumors, going to be the main villain in the series.
Recent rumors suggest that the Nova series will feature Annihilus as the main antagonist, potentially adapting the ‘Annihilation’ storyline. This storyline could explore themes of propaganda and military recruitment within the Nova Corps, similar to the satirical elements in Starship Troopers:
Here are some Nova details:
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Marvel reached out to writers and asked them to pitch for Nova tv show with Annihilus as the main villain in mind. They also requested the story to feel "young and sexy," capturing the energy of 80s military movies.
One pitch was essentially Starship… pic.twitter.com/AD2o6KVnQY
By incorporating these elements, the series aims to capture the high-energy feel of 80s military movies, appealing to both new viewers and long-time Marvel fans.
As we await official details, the prospect of seeing Richard Rider face off against Annihilus in the MCU is truly exciting.
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