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5 Biggest Reasons Why Spider-Man 3: No Way Home Could Be Marvel's Best Spider-Man Movie

Could audiences see Spidey's notorious team of villains face off on the big screen? Will iconic Marvel heroes cross paths with the wall-crawler? These are just a few reasons why No Way Home is shaping up to be Marvel's best Spider-Man movie. That level of excitement is well warranted as fans could very well witness the wall crawler's best cinematic adaptation. That's a tall task to achieve. After all, the Spidey faithful have already been blessed with seven solo films and three actor portrayals

The Direct: One Year's Progress

On March 17, 2020, The Direct website was officially launched. A group of writers and creators eager to make content about the MCU and Star Wars. Within the last year, that "group" of writers and content creators became a team. We extended our coverage to DC content in addition to video games, growing our team in the process. We expanded our roles on the team, with many team members becoming editors, photo creators, and social media administrators, furthering improving our content. We even laun

Marvel Movie Delays: Theater Executives Thankful for Postponements Over Disney+ Releases

Not even the heroes of the Marvel Cinematic Universe could overcome what will prove to be the year of "indefinite delays." Fans were dealt the crushing news in a recent report from Variety, detailing that Marvel's Black Widow, Eternals, and Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings would all be subsequently delayed into 2021. Actors from the likes of David Harbour and Kumail Nanjiani expressed their sympathies in the announcement of delays, and for Black Widow in particular, fans held out hope

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: Georges St-Pierre, Emily VanCamp Reprise Marvel Roles In Set Pics

Steve Rogers remained frozen for nearly seventy years before the Marvel Cinematic Universe welcomed back Captain America, and it has quite literally felt like the same amount of time since fans have welcomed any new MCU content into their lives. But the hope is that will change soon enough, when we see the new Captain America don the shield in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, arriving on Disney+. Until its eventual arrival, MCU fans have been left with leaked set videos featuring the U.S. Age

Thor Writer Reveals MCU's Hela Appeared In Original Script of 2011 Chris Hemsworth Film

Whether it was the stellar soundtrack, the impressive cinematography, or the improvised humor, Thor: Ragnarok quickly became among the Marvel Cinematic Universe's favorite, if not most enjoyable, films to be released. The teaser trailer landed the sixth overall spot on The Direct's Top 10 MCU Trailers of All-Time, and its ranking was highlighted by the first look at Hela, the Goddess of Death, portrayed by Cate Blanchett. Hela made quite the impression in her MCU debut, and recent concept art r

Shuri Actress Letitia Wright Narrates Her Own Video Tribute for MCU Co-Star Chadwick Boseman

The loss of Chadwick Boseman has been felt large and wide, and the universal reaction to his passing is a testament to the affection the late actor has had on so many people. Fans, fellow actors and more have paid their tributes to Chadwick Boseman, a true superhero not only as Black Panther, but as a compassionate human being. Understandably, the cast of Black Panther has been affected immensely by the loss of Chadwick Boseman, with the likes of Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan recently payi

Ant-Man 3 Director Peyton Reed Teases a Bigger, More Sprawling Film Than Previous Movies

It truly does take two to make a thing go right, and when Ant-Man 3 makes its arrival into the MCU, Scott Lang and Hope van Dyne could very well face their greatest threat yet. The third film will see Peyton Reed return once again to his directorial duties, with production rumored to begin in 2021. Scott Lang and Hope van Dyne won't be the only familiar faces to return, as Reed has cryptically hinted that Walton Goggins' Sonny Burch could also make a reappearance. Burch's role in Ant-Man and Th

What Made Chadwick Boseman A Hero Beyond the Marvel Cinematic Universe

"That person who helps others simply because it should or must be done, and because it is the right thing to do, is indeed without a doubt, a real superhero." On Friday, the world said good-bye to an individual that embodied the phrase of the great Stan Lee not only with words, but with his actions. In the passing of Chadwick Boseman, we lost not just a superhero on screen, but off it as well. In an ever-challenging year filled with unfortunate circumstances, we desperately look towards those w

Taron Egerton Responds to MCU Wolverine Rumors & Fan Castings

The X-Men will make their arrival to the MCU, and if fans had a time stone in their possession, you could be sure they'd come to bargain for just one official casting: Hugh Jackman reprising his role as Wolverine in the MCU. The original actor to don the claws admitted that he would have likely continued his X-Men role had Disney and Fox agreed to a deal earlier. Granted, after saying good-bye to the character in a powerful performance in Logan, it would only be right for a new actor to take th

5 MCU Characters With High Breakout Potential In Marvel's Phase 4 & Beyond

Just like athletes can have a “breakout” season, the MCU has seen no shortage of breakout characters itself. Phil Coulson evolved from brief cameos to playing a pivotal role in The Avengers and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Yondu Udonta’s role evolved from side-character to father figure in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. And who could have foreseen a side-villain like Nebula going through a compelling arc that came to fruition in Marvel’s large scale event in Avengers: Endgame? These characters pr

Black Panther 2: Cinematographer Rachel Morrison's Return Uncertain

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has boasted many monumental films to date, and everyone has a preference for their best film. For Marvel Studios Chief Kevin Feige, the title goes to 2018's Black Panther, who recalled saying to director Ryan Coogler after viewing the final product, "That's the best movie we've ever made." The film won three Academy Awards and was a filmmaking milestone in featuring a predominantly Black cast, and it owes its performance to those behind the camera as well. Oscar-no

Captain Marvel 2 Taps Nia DaCosta as Director

Marvel Studios is investing heavily on its next phase of films with the expectation that they will push the future faces of the MCU at the forefront. One of those heroes that will surely carry the future of the Marvel universe is Carol Danvers, whose origin film Captain Marvel set box office milestones as the MCU's first film with a female lead. Captain Marvel and her forthcoming film are expected to be significant foundations for the future of the MCU, adding further speculation as to whom Mar

Anthony Mackie Explains Why He Criticized Marvel Studios About Diversity

Even though fans' return to the MCU has been put on hold, or more accurately has been "delayed indefinitely," Marvel news and developments continue to trickle as of late. While an MCU return in the near future via theaters may be wishful thinking, there are still Marvel Disney+ shows on the horizon, including The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. While the show's release date is still up in the air, the Disney+ show has also made headlines through its titular star. Anthony Mackie recently called o

Captain Marvel 2 Will Feature Ms. Marvel and Other Avengers (Exclusive)

2020 feels like the year of "indefinite delays" as the ongoing health crisis has left fans in a year-long drought without a return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe on the big screen. But as Captain America himself has emphasized, remaining patient can prove to be a valuable trait, even for the biggest MCU fan. In the meantime, fans are absorbing any new information regarding the next phase of the MCU. One thing is for certain, the next phase will introduce new faces that could shape the future

Marvel Studios' Hawkeye Show Adds Troop Zero and John Mulaney Directors

The extended period without new MCU content has fans feeling like they are stuck in a loop from the Time Stone, but the return of the MCU will arrive all the same, and it is happening on Disney+. As we await the return of Earth's Mightiest Heroes, new developments have arose regarding the heroes we'll see next via our television screens. As the next phase of the MCU transitions onto Disney+, fans will see the return of the sharpshooter archer Clint Barton, a.k.a. Hawkeye in his own live-action

Avengers: Endgame Directors React to Anthony Mackie's Criticism Against Marvel Studios' Diversity

The united demand for racial equality has transcended into all industries, with a renewed call for more Black representation in the entertainment industry. This goes not just for actors that are seen on screen, but the creative forces behind the camera as well. Anthony Mackie, who has portrayed the Falcon since his MCU debut in Captain America: The Winter Soldier, recently advocated for more diversity on the sets of Marvel Studios' films. In response to Mackie's comments, two of the most experi

Marvel Studios and DC Films Reportedly Ditching Comic-Con Virtual Event

It has been said countless times to date, but these are truly unprecedented times we are living in. Any semblance of normalcy has been affected, and the same goes for the world of superheroes and comics. A prime example was when San Diego Comic-Con was canceled this year, effectively delayed until 2021. In the aftermath came the announcement of Comic-Con@Home, marking the first time the event would be held virtually in its 50 years of existence. Would the household studios follow suit and join

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2: James Gunn Confirms New Baby Groot Easter Egg

He stole the show in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, and he is still the talk of the town three years later. After his sacrifice in the first film, the world was introduced to Baby Groot in the sequel, the Guardians' tiniest but still fearsome member. Of course, his appearance was not all surprising given the tease fans were given prior. Viewers recall Baby Groot sprouting from a pot at the end of Guardians of the Galaxy, leading to a memorable dancing scene with Drax. Now many years later, one

Marvel Studios & Ghostbusters Star Ernie Hudson Have Discussed Possible MCU Role for Actor

Marvel Studios has ventured a long way since the inception of its cinematic universe with Iron Man in 2008. As Kevin Feige has noted, casting Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark carried so much risk but resulted in laying the foundation for one of the most successful shared universes in film. Back then, Marvel Studios was thrilled to get just one A-list actor to join the Marvel family. Now, the MCU is the fixation that Hollywood household names want to be a part of. Marvel just might add another no

Black Widow: Movie Could be Released to Athletes in NBA's Return at Disney World

We may not all be world-class athletes, but there is a chance we share one common trait with a few of them: an appreciation for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. After all, who can forget when LeSean McCoy was introduced to the fandom of the MCU in the aftermath of his viewing (and spoiling) of Avengers: Endgame. Surely, athletes that are simultaneously Marvel fanatics were disappointed at the news of Black Widow's delay to November 2020. But now you can have a chance to watch Black Widow months a
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