A little while ago, we learned that we would be seeing a Thunderbolts movie as a part of the MCU’s phase five. In fact, this movie will conclude the phase. Of course, immediately, speculation began on who exactly would make up the Thunderbolts in the MCU. Many Marvel characters have been part of the Thunderbolts team over the years, so it was a bit hard to narrow down. But now, thanks to Marvel Studios’ panel at D23, we know who we will see join the MCU Thunderbolts.
Drumroll, please. The MCU’s Thunderbolts line-up contains: Contessa Valentina Allegra de la Fontaine, Ghost, Red Guardian, Yelena Belova, Bucky Barnes (a.k.a Winter Soldier), US Agent, and Taskmaster. That’s quite the line-up. Many MCU fans hoped to see especially Bucky Barnes, Ghost, and Yelena Belova join in the Thunderbolt. So folks, should be happy. There’s no word yet if Bucky will also appear in the upcoming Captain America 4: New World Order. There’s also no word yet if the MCU Thunderbolts will involve Baron Zemo.
In the comics, Zemo serves as the leader of the Thunderbolts at times. So his recent MCU return in Falcon and the Winter Soldier seemed like it might be indicative. He does have a relationship with Bucky Barnes now. Maybe he just doesn’t count as part of the team if he’s the Thunderbolts leader.
It will be fascinating to see how all these MCU figures come together into one unit.
Thunderbolts will arrive to the MCU at the conclusion of its Phase 5. The tentative release date for the film is July 26, 2024. Of course, things could change between now and then. But we can’t wait to see more of what’s to come for this motley crew. One thing is for sure, this will be an adventure of epic, but chaotic, proportions.
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A little while ago, we learned that we would be seeing a Thunderbolts movie as a part of the MCU’s phase five. In fact, this movie will conclude the phase. Of course, immediately, speculation began on who exactly would make up the Thunderbolts in the MCU. Many Marvel characters have been part of the Thunderbolts team over the years, so it was a bit hard to narrow down. But now, thanks to Marvel Studios’ panel at D23, we know who we will see join the MCU Thunderbolts.
Drumroll, please. The MCU’s Thunderbolts line-up contains: Contessa Valentina Allegra de la Fontaine, Ghost, Red Guardian, Yelena Belova, Bucky Barnes (a.k.a Winter Soldier), US Agent, and Taskmaster. That’s quite the line-up. Many MCU fans hoped to see especially Bucky Barnes, Ghost, and Yelena Belova join in the Thunderbolt. So folks, should be happy. There’s no word yet if Bucky will also appear in the upcoming Captain America 4: New World Order. There’s also no word yet if the MCU Thunderbolts will involve Baron Zemo.
In the comics, Zemo serves as the leader of the Thunderbolts at times. So his recent MCU return in Falcon and the Winter Soldier seemed like it might be indicative. He does have a relationship with Bucky Barnes now. Maybe he just doesn’t count as part of the team if he’s the Thunderbolts leader.
It will be fascinating to see how all these MCU figures come together into one unit.
Thunderbolts will arrive to the MCU at the conclusion of its Phase 5. The tentative release date for the film is July 26, 2024. Of course, things could change between now and then. But we can’t wait to see more of what’s to come for this motley crew. One thing is for sure, this will be an adventure of epic, but chaotic, proportions.
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New Details, Sneak Peeks Announcements and Surprise Talent Appearances Abound in Hall D23, Covering More than 20 Theatrical and Disney+ Titles in Action-Packed Three-Hour Presentation
ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 10, 2022) — The Walt Disney Studios continued to fuel the fire ignited at yesterday’s showcase with a jam-packed presentation from the teams at Lucasfilm, Marvel Studios and 20th Century Studios this morning at the Anaheim Convention Center as part of D23 Expo 2022. Thousands of fans were among the first to hear new announcements, see never-before-seen footage and hear from the stars of the industry’s biggest streaming and theatrical titles slated for the coming months and beyond.
Alan Bergman, chairman, The Walt Disney Studios, welcomed a fired-up crowd to Hall D23. Bergman reflected on the 13-year history of D23 Expo and the evolution of the Studios group. “That [first] year, none of the iconic studios you’ll hear from today were part of the company,” he said. “It was just Disney Animation, Disney Live Action and Pixar. We announced the Marvel acquisition just before our first Expo in 2009. Then three years later, we added Lucasfilm, and in 2019, 20th Century Studios. I’ve been at Disney for 26 years, so it’s been incredibly exciting to welcome each of them to our Studio family. And like Disney and Pixar, each of these studios has a phenomenal legacy of storytelling.”
Joining Bergman to walk fans through the upcoming slate of films were studio executives Kathleen Kennedy, president of Lucasfilm; Kevin Feige, producer and president of Marvel Studios; and James Cameron, director of 20th Century Studios’ “Avatar: The Way of Water.” The showcase included the following highlights.
LUCASFILM
Bergman introduced Kathleen Kennedy, president of Lucasfilm, who guided the audience through the incredible lineup ahead. “As you can see, there is an immense amount of exciting new Star Wars storytelling to come from Lucasfilm. The quality, creativity, and variety these teams are bringing to Disney+ is absolutely remarkable, and I can’t wait for everyone to experience each of them.”
First up, “ANDOR” a 24-episode spy thriller that features one of the central characters in “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” Kennedy welcomed to the stage stars Genevieve O’Reilly, Kyle Soller, Adria Arjona and Cassian Andor himself, Diego Luna, as their character posters were unveiled. A highlight for all was the showing of the final trailer for the spy thriller filmed over two 12-episode seasons. The era featured in “Andor”—the five years before the events of “Rogue One”—is filled with danger, deception and intrigue where Cassian will embark on the path that is destined to turn him into a rebel hero. “Andor” presents Star Wars from a different perspective, focusing on everyday people whose lives are affected by the Empire. The decisions they make have real consequences, and the stakes for them—and the galaxy—couldn’t be higher. The series also stars Stellan Skarsgård, Forest Whitaker, Denise Gough, Fiona Shaw and Faye Marsay. Toby Haynes, Susanna White and Benjamin Caron direct specific episodes, and Kathleen Kennedy, Tony Gilroy, Sanne Wohlenberg, Diego Luna and Michelle Rejwan executive produce. Tony Gilroy is also the creator and showrunner. With action, adventure and suspense filmed against a cinematic landscape, the first three episodes of season 1 premiere exclusively on Disney+ on September 21. Trailer is available to download and share.
Kennedy reflected on the world created in 1988 by George Lucas and Ron Howard that inspired the next step in the magical journey—a new live-action fantasy-adventure series “WILLOW,” from Lucasfilm and Imagine Entertainment. Kennedy introduced Warwick Davis (Willow Ufgood), who shared his excitement to return to Andowyne before being joined by series stars Joanne Whalley (Sorsha), Ruby Cruz (Kit), Erin Kellyman (Jade), Ellie Bamber (Dove), Dempsey Bryk (Airk), Amar Chadha-Patel (Boorman) and Tony Revolori (Graydon). To the delight of surprised fans, Christian Slater was also welcomed to stage as a member of the ensemble cast. The excitement continued when a brand-new trailer was shown. Set in a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls and other mystical creatures flourish, “Willow” is the story of an unlikely group of heroes who set off on a dangerous quest, facing their inner demons and coming together to save their world. An epic period fantasy told with a modern sensibility and plenty of humor, heart, energy and vibrancy, “Willow” begins streaming on Disney+ Nov. 30. Trailer and key art are available to download and share.
Executive producer Dave Filoni joined Kennedy on stage for a host of upcoming titles, streaming on Disney+.
Before Kennedy concluded the Lucasfilm presentation, she had one more title to share. “I couldn’t leave here without talking about one other project we’ve been hard at work on at Lucasfilm—Indiana Jones,” she said as the familiar theme played and the crowd erupted. “I’m thrilled to welcome to the stage our director, James Mangold. Mangold wowed the crowd with some new details along with a sizzle reel from the upcoming fifth installment of the immensely popular “INDIANA JONES” franchise, which opens in theaters June 30, 2023. Joining Kennedy and Mangold on stage was the one-and-only Harrison Ford alongside co-star and Emmy® winner Phoebe Waller-Bridge. Ford, who was a little emotional on stage, said, “Thank you for making these films such an incredible experience for all of us. I’m very proud to say that this one if fantastic, and [Waller-Bridge] is one of the reasons.
“Indiana Jones movies are about fantasy and mystery, but they’re also about heart,” continued the actor. “I’m really, really happy that we have a really human story to tell, as well as a movie that will kick your ass.”
MARVEL STUDIOS
Greeting fans at D23 Expo 2022, Kevin Feige said he’s been coming to D23 Expo for years—taking in all the performances the other studios in the Disney family bring to the stage. “I’ve always been a little jealous,” Feige admitted. “Why can’t we get our own musical number?” That kicked off a show-stopping performance of the buzzy fan-favorite “I Could Do This All Day” from the show-within-a-show “Rogers: The Musical” in last year’s Disney+ series “Hawkeye.” Bringing it to life live on stage were 22 performers, a six-piece live rhythm section and composer and conductor Marc Shaiman, who wrote the song for “Hawkeye.”
Feige returned to the stage, reviewing recent announcements including the Multiverse Saga—the conclusion of Phase 4, the Phase 5 slate and the Phase 6 titles that include “Fantastic Four” and two new Avengers films: “The Kang Dynasty” and “Secret Wars.”
Marvel Studios continues to create exciting and connected MCU storylines for Disney+, including:
The Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to thrill fans of the big screen, starting with the last film of Phase 4.
20TH CENTURY STUDIOS
Alan Bergman returned to the stage and was joined virtually by Academy Award®-winning producer/director James Cameron, currently in New Zealand, where he is still hard at work readying the release of the highly anticipated sequel to the biggest film of all time, “Avatar.” “AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER,” which opens in theaters on Dec. 16, welcomes back to the big screen returning cast members Sam Worthington (Jake Sully), Zoe Saldaña (Neytiri), Sigourney Weaver (Kiri) and Stephen Lang (Colonel Miles Quaritch), who appeared on stage with producer Jon Landau. The crowd was treated to some fun anecdotes and exciting revelations about the new film before meeting the new-generation cast members Jamie Flatters (Neteyam), Jack Champion (Spider), Bailey Bass (Tsireya) and Trinity Jo-Li Bliss (Tuk). Set more than a decade after the events of the first film, “Avatar: The Way of Water” begins to tell the story of the Sully family, the trouble that follows them, the lengths they go to keep each other safe, the battles they fight to stay alive and the tragedies they endure. Before the show concluded, the lucky fans learned they’d be among the first to see scenes from “Avatar: The Way of Water”—right now. Each was invited to don a pair of Dolby 3D glasses—a Hall D23 first—to get fully immersed in the brand-new footage.
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