Avengers 5 and 6 in the works. What we know about director, cast and release date
Marvel Studios is in early talks with the Russos to helm not just one, but two upcoming Avengers movies, marking their potential comeback after a brief hiatus from superhero epics.
The Russo brothers, renowned for their adept handling of ensemble casts and intricate storytelling, first made waves in the MCU with 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier' in 2014, followed by 'Captain America: Civil War' (2016) and the monumental 'Avengers: Infinity War' (2018) and 'Avengers: Endgame' (2019). Their collective directorial efforts under the Marvel banner have amassed an impressive $6.681 billion at the global box office, with 'Endgame' standing tall as the second highest-grossing film of all time.
The news of their potential return comes after Marvel's extensive search for visionary directors to steer the fifth and sixth installments of the Avengers saga. Previous contenders included 'Deadpool & Wolverine' director Shawn Levy, underscoring the studio's commitment to finding the perfect creative minds to helm these pivotal films.
The fifth Avengers movie, originally titled 'Avengers: The Kang Dynasty', was poised to explore the time-traveling villain Kang's narrative arc, portrayed by Jonathan Majors. However, following legal issues that led to Majors' departure, Marvel has reframed the project with a new direction and potentially a new title. This installment promises to redefine the MCU trajectory, especially after the multiverse-shattering events teased in recent Marvel films.
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