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  • Elizabeth Olsen On Where We Will Find Wanda in ‘Multiverse of Madness’

    Elizabeth Olsen On Where We Will Find Wanda in ‘Multiverse of Madness’

    Wanda Maximoff helped ring in a new era of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with WandaVision, Marvel Studios’ first venture into television. The series ends with Wanda officially becoming the fabled Scarlet Witch and leaving Westview to head to a small cabin off the grid. We aren’t quite sure where we will find Wanda when we pick back up again in Multiverse of Madness, as she continues to study the Darkhold and master chaos magic. 

    Deadline caught up with Elizabeth Olsen on the red carpet at the premiere of Doctor Strange in The Multiverse of Madness, revealing just what Wanda has been up to and where we will find her when the film opens. 

    “I think where we find her is, at the end of WandaVision she also discovers she is destined to be this ancient, mythic woman, the Scarlet Witch and she’s been discovering what that means to her and what that means. She is coming from a place of power and confidence that we haven’t really seen from her yet.”

    Elizabeth Olsen

    Olsen herself recently expressed interest in a solo project for her character, revealing that “if they had a good story to tell, I’ll be there.” While we’ve already got WandaVision, many would love to see the character take the spotlight in her very own feature film.

    Doctor Strange In The Multiverse of Madness will hit theaters on May 6th, featuring the return of Benedict Cumberbatch and Benedict Wong as Doctor Strange and Wong alongside Olsen’s Wanda Maximoff. 

    SOURCE: Twitter.

  • Elizabeth Olsen Ready to Star in Scarlet Witch Movie If There’s a “Good Story”

    Elizabeth Olsen Ready to Star in Scarlet Witch Movie If There’s a “Good Story”

    For years, fans have been clamoring for a solo Scarlet Witch project, and while WandaVision might’ve served as just that, it appears Wanda’s story is far from over. During an interview to promote Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Scarlet Witch actress Elizabeth Olsen was asked about potentially starring in a Scarlet Witch movie. Although one has yet to be announced, the actress is ready to sign on with one minor caveat.

    When asked when fans can expect Scarlet Witch to get her own movie, Olsen seemed more than ready to star in her own film. “Oh, I don’t know, but if they have a good story to tell, I’ll be there.”

    Olsen has, of course, been very vocal in wanting to star in a solo Scarlet Witch film. She has previously expressed interest in wanting to adapt House of M in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and has shown interest in wanting to continue Wanda’s story so long as there’s something worth telling.

    It remains to be seen whether or not a solo Scarlet Witch project is announced. As it stands, WandaVision will not be receiving a second season, which does leave Olsen’s character open for a possible film. For now, though, fans can see again Scarlet Witch when Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness hits theaters this Friday.

    Source: Twitter.

  • Saudi Arabia Bans ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ 

    Saudi Arabia Bans ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ 

    Once again, Saudi Arabia is refusing to show a major Marvel blockbuster. The Hollywood Reporter has officially confirmed the rumors that Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness has been banned from playing in the Middle Eastern country, reportedly due to the inclusion of an openly LGBTQ character. This is the third time in recent memory that something like this has happened, with Marvel’s Eternals and Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story also receiving bans for endorsing the LGBTQ community. With Eternals, it was said that Marvel had been told the film could play in Saudi Arabian theaters if the studio cut a certain amount of unapproved footage, but Marvel and Disney declined and pulled the project from release instead.

    The LGBTQ character in Doctor Strange will be Xochitl Gomez‘s dimension-hopping America Chavez. Making her Marvel Cinematic Universe debut with this movie, Chavez originally appeared in the pages of Vengeance #1, created by Joe Casey and Nick Dragotta, in 2011. The character is known to be gay in the comics and is expected to be portrayed as such in the film, too.

    While tickets are no longer available for purchase for cinemas in Saudi Atabia, Kuwait and Qatar, they are still available in the United Arab Emirates, suggesting that an edited version of the film could be shown there as was the case with Eternals.

    Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness will hit theaters on May 6th.

    Source: THR.

  • Marvel Emmy Submission Casts Doubt on ‘Hawkeye’ and ‘Moon Knight’ Season 2 

    Marvel Emmy Submission Casts Doubt on ‘Hawkeye’ and ‘Moon Knight’ Season 2 

    Marvel fans have been eager to learn what the future might hold for Hailee Steinfeld’s Kate Bishop, and a recent development has revealed it may not include a second season of Hawkeye. The studio is hard at work campaigning for its slate of Disney+ shows for the next awards season, with series like Loki, Moon Knight, and the aforementioned Hawkeye all up for nominations. What’s interesting is that while Loki, which has a confirmed second season on the way, was submitted in the “Drama” category, both Hawkeye and Moon Knight were only entered into the “Limited Series” field. This has added fuel to the fire of speculation that neither show will receive a second season, an honor that has thus far only been bestowed upon Loki and Marvel’s animated What If…?.

    Actor Oscar Isaac recently caused a stir when he revealed he was not signed up for any further appearances as Marc Spector after the completion of Moon Knight. Similarly, the lack of any sort of progress on another installment of Hawkeye has caused concern that the show might have been a one-and-done. Obviously, even if standard second seasons never occur, the Marvel formula would likely still allow for the protagonists’ stories to continue in other projects and spin-offs, like the upcoming Hawkeye by-product Echo.

    Of course, this doesn’t completely rule out the possibility of continuations for the programs. Marvel apparently attempted to submit Loki as a “Limited Series” before the second season announcement forced the studio to place it elsewhere. The remaining choices for Marvel Studios were to categorize the Tom Hiddleston series as either “Drama” or “Comedy,” with the former being a less competitive field. It’s still entirely feasible that Hawkeye and Moon Knight eventually get their episodic sequels, this news just seems to imply that Marvel Studios has no plans for second seasons in the near future. 

    Source: Variety

  • Iwan Rheon is Ready to Join the Marvel Cinematic Universe

    Iwan Rheon is Ready to Join the Marvel Cinematic Universe

    When Game of Thrones and Misfits actor Iwan Rheon joined the cast of Marvel and ABC’s Inhumans, many had high hopes for the property. Unfortunately, the ABC series ultimately proved to be a disaster, both at the box office and among critics. Despite being a part of the poorly received series, Rheon is ready to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

    In a new interview with Comicbook, Rheon was asked if he would ever consider returning as Maximus again. The actor seemed more than eager to return as the Inhuman, should the Inhumans formally make their Marvel Cinematic Universe debut, but he also showed interest in tackling any role within the MCU. “I’ll take anything really. I’d love to have another crack at — I’d love to do Maximus again,” the actor said.

    Although Inhumans was critically panned, Rheon was often considered one of the highlights of the ill-fated series. He was menacing as Maximus and often commanded the screen during his scenes. As of now, Marvel has not suggested the Inhumans will be making their big-screen debut anytime soon, and it seems highly unlikely the ABC series will be considered canon in the greater MCU. Still, Rheon is interested in continuing Maixmus’ story, or potentially taking on another role, noting that he’s not picky. “I think he’s a really interesting character. And also I feel a bit sorry for him, because he is just stuck on the Moon still, but yeah, I’d love to do any of that stuff. Anything. I’m not fussy, give me anything.”

    Source: Comicbook.com.

  • Sandra Bullock Tells Marvel to Cast Daniel Radcliffe as Wolverine

    Sandra Bullock Tells Marvel to Cast Daniel Radcliffe as Wolverine

    When it comes to Wolverine, it often feels like many actors have been rumored to take on the iconic character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. One actor that is commonly mentioned, however, is none other than Harry Potter actor, Daniel Radcliffe. In the past, Radcliffe has suggested he’s never heard the rumors regarding him being in contention for the role. Still, the actor didn’t seem against the rumors. “I don’t see myself, I don’t see them going from Hugh Jackman to me. But who knows? Prove me wrong, Marvel.”

    Now, his The Lost City co-star Sandra Bullock is ready for Marvel to cast him in the role. In a recent interview with It’s Gone Viral to promote The Lost City, the duo talked about Radcliffe’s long-rumored past with the role. As Radcliffe explains he’s been dealing with the rumors for quite a few years now. “Mate, that’s been happening to me semi-annually for the last three years.”

    This led to Bullock asking why he simply didn’t just take on the role of Wolverine. Per the actor, however, he still hasn’t been approached by Marvel Studios or anyone associated with the studio regarding any Wolverine casting. Bullock then threw her support behind Radcliffe getting the role, urging Marvel to get on it already. “Wolverine people, can you please just f***ing cast him. Just do it. Stop tiptoeing around and having people ask at press junkets. Just cast the man.”

    As it stands, it is unknown when Wolverine will finally appear in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, until someone is cast, it seems likely Radcliffe will have to endure the Wolverine rumors for a bit longer.

    Source: It’s Gone Viral.

  • Marisa Tomei Wants to Play Aunt May in the Multiverse

    Marisa Tomei Wants to Play Aunt May in the Multiverse

    Marvel fans might have thought they’d seen the last of Marisa Tomei‘s May Parker, but the acclaimed actress isn’t ready to hang in the towel just yet. During the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home, the character met her tragic end at the hands of Willem Dafoe‘s Green Goblin. Her death served as an integral turning point for Tom Holland‘s titular hero, and Aunt May isn’t known for having any super resurrection abilities, so a return in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s main timeline is probably out of the question. Luckily for Tomei, other timelines are exactly the sort of thing the MCU will be focusing on going forward.

    While appearing on Jimmy Fallon‘s late night show, the former My Cousin Vinny star was asked about No Way Home‘s exciting multiverse elements. While she admitted to not fully understanding how Marvel’s many universes work, she did state that she would love to use them as an excuse to play May again:

    Yeah, I would love to come back and be a part of that. I want to be. There’s history there, too. May Parker hooks up with Ant-Man in one of the – well, I mean she’s a stand-alone character, of course. But there are more avenues to explore.

    Marisa Tomei

    While a quick search didn’t turn up any information on a version of Aunt May getting involved with Ant-Man, it did reveal an issue of Marvel’s What If…? from 1982 where May becomes Ant-Man. Perhaps Tomei could lend her voice to a future episode of What If…? on Disney+, or maybe she already has. Believe it or not, Spider-Man’s mother figure has quite a few alternate variations scattered across the multiverse. So, if not an adaptation of Ant-May, maybe we’ll see a live-action version of that time she became a Herald of Galactus? One can only hope.

    Source: The Tonight Show

  • Producer Reveals ‘Loki’ Had A Major Influence On ‘Multiverse of Madness’

    Producer Reveals ‘Loki’ Had A Major Influence On ‘Multiverse of Madness’

    Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is already one of the most anticipated movies of the year. While still being the follow-up to 2016’s Doctor Strange, the sequel promises to be packed to the brim with content that could rival big Marvel Studios films like Avengers: Endgame and Spider-Man: No Way Home.

    Central to Multiverse of Madness’ story is, of course, the multiverse. With that comes infinite possibilities of what we could see in the film or where our characters could go. While cracking open the multiverse is no easy feat, Marvel Studios producer Richie Palmer told D23 Magazine that the filmmakers already had a starting point. Specifically, Palmer credited the Disney+ series Loki as being a major influence for the Doctor Strange sequel.

    While Spider-Man: No Way Home was the first official live-action venture into the multiverse, Loki already set the scene. Michael Waldron served as the writer for both Loki and Multiverse of Madness. Palmer stated:

    [Waldron’s involvement in the movie] was a blessing for us, because we got the guy who created the rules of the Multiverse for the Marvel Cinematic Universe to come in and continue that story in our movie…Michael’s strength is the character stuff. As you saw in Loki, all the best moments involved the characters against the backdrop of those alternate timelines. It’s kind of like that in our movie, too. Michael’s script brought a lot of heart to sci-fi concepts such as the Multiverse.

    Richie Palmer

    The “rules of the multiverse” apparently came quite in handy. Palmer goes on to note:

    It was really exciting. We found that we didn’t need to spend a lot of time recapping the rules; we felt the audience would get a lot of that by now. With Michael, we could jump into telling a good story within what’s already been established.

    Richie Palmer

    It is exciting and even rewarding to think that the dramatic moments from Loki’s memorable finale of the Sacred Timeline branching off into a chaotic multiverse could lead straight into Doctor Strange’s dealings with it. With the concept of the multiverse being built up in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it is also nice to know that its rules are being kept consistent. Audiences will have the chance to see just how much Multiverse of Madness was influenced by Loki when the sequel hits theaters on May 6.

    Source: D23 via The Direct

  • ‘Loki’ Season 2 Finds Directing Duo in ‘Archive 81’s Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead

    ‘Loki’ Season 2 Finds Directing Duo in ‘Archive 81’s Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead

    As the expected start of production on the second season of Loki draws nearer, Marvel Studios has finalized the creative team behind the project. Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead, who helmed a couple of episodes of Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight, will direct the majority of the second season’s episodes.

    The duo jumped to the top of Marvel’s list after their work on Moon Knight and now find themselves taking the reigns from Kate Herron, who directed the first season. The directors will be joined by executive producer Michael Waldron, who was the head writer for the first season, and Eric Martin, who worked with Waldron in that writer’s room.

    Updating….

    Source: Deadline.

  • ‘Moon Knight’ Writer Reveals Changes They Made To Avoid Batman Comparison

    ‘Moon Knight’ Writer Reveals Changes They Made To Avoid Batman Comparison

    Moon Knight, the titular character in Marvel Studios’ next Disney+ series, has always had issues with comparisons to another familiar comic book hero, Batman. Despite vast differences between the two, there has always been just enough similarity between Oscar Isaac’s new addition to the MCU and the iconic Caped Crusader to inspire unwanted connections in the minds of fans. While having multiple personalities aided in setting Moon Knight apart, it didn’t help that one of those personalities was a wealthy playboy, much like the Dark Knight’s well-known civilian identity Bruce Wayne.

    In a new interview with Empire Magazine, Moon Knight’s head writer Jeremy Slater discussed “de-Wayne-ifying” the character Steven Grant, and how he set out to make a unique addition to the nerd mythos:

    “There’s all this amazing stuff from Egyptology in the comics. Raiders of the Lost Ark was actually a big reference when I first pitched. How can we tell this dark, complex story but also inject some big, fun, supernatural, Amblin-style magic at the same time?”

    With this, Grant was quickly changed from confident playboy to timid Egyptologist. Slater went on to explain how Marvel brought in a real-life professional to expand on the idea in the show:

    “He told us all these crazy details. Like, inside the Great Pyramid of Giza there’s a chamber that’s inaccessible, but large enough to contain the Statue of Liberty. And no-one knows what’s in it. Those kinds of wild, real-life facts informed everything we wrote.”

    The more is revealed about the show, the more it appears to be something brand new for the genre. Trailers have shown much of the spooky, supernatural, Egyptian elements that Slater is referring to. It seems Marvel is confident in this new take on the Grant personality, and fans have much to look forward to when the series drops on March 30th.

    Source: Empire