The MCU is officially expanding in a big way. Kevin Feige, the head honcho at Marvel Studios, has announced that filming for The Fantastic Four: First Steps is set to wrap next week, with the hotly anticipated film slated for release next summer. As the Fantastic Four makes its long-awaited debut in the MCU, Feige confirmed that Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm will also play major roles in future blockbusters, including Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars.
Kevin Feige talks about Fantastic Four & X-Men
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This marks a monumental moment for the MCU, as fans have eagerly awaited the introduction of Marvel’s “First Family.” With The Fantastic Four: First Steps reportedly kicking off the next major storyline, Feige hinted that this film is only the beginning. “They’re the foundation of what’s to come,” he shared, fueling excitement for what lies ahead.
But that’s not all—Marvel Studios is also set to embrace its mutant heritage in a big way. Feige dropped a bombshell, revealing that Avengers: Secret Wars will usher in a bold new era for mutants and the X-Men. “It’s one of those dreams come true,” Feige said with a smile. “We finally have the X-Men back.” Fans can expect this pivotal film to set the stage for a fully integrated mutant presence in the MCU, allowing iconic characters to join forces with the Avengers and beyond.
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Meanwhile, Thunderbolts, another highly anticipated title on Marvel’s slate, promises to embody the studio’s knack for creating unlikely alliances. Feige described the film as quintessentially Marvel, showcasing a diverse roster of characters coming together under extraordinary circumstances. With such ambitious storytelling ahead, the MCU’s future looks brighter—and more crowded—than ever.
As Marvel Studios closes the curtain on Fantastic Four filming and gears up for the next phase of storytelling, one thing is certain: the Marvel Cinematic Universe is about to get much more “fantastic”—and mutant-packed.
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