Without a doubt Blade This is one of the most chaotic projects in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Every time we have news about a film starring Mahershala Ali They are not positive, and this is no exception. Reportedly WrapperMarvel Studios feature film once again left without a director after departure Yann Demange.
The aforementioned media outlets indicate that Demange left the project several weeks ago and that his departure from Marvel Studios was on amicable terms. However, the reasons that led to his departure are not specified.
Thus, Blade lost its second director in just a few years. Let us remind you that the film was announced during Comic-Con 2019, but only during the pandemic it became known that the director would be responsible Bassam Tariq. However, in September 2022, the above moved aside. At the time, it was claimed that this was due to creative differences, although Marvel indicated that this was due to constant changes in the filming schedule.
Demange took over the reins of the project in November of that year and arrived accompanied by Michael Starrbury write a new script. But it is obvious that this vision was not crowned with success, which led to the departure of the director. So far there has been no mention of potential candidates to replace him.
Bladeagain without a director: What will happen to the film?
Information that has emerged in recent hours indicates that Mahershala Ali remains associated with the project and that Marvel Studios has not changed the release date Blade. At least for now. Let’s remember that the film, which was originally supposed to be released in theaters in 2023, was first delayed until 2024 and then until the 7th. November 2025.
While no changes have been announced yet, it is believed that the most likely scenario is as follows. Blade be late againat least until 2026. In early May, Bob Iger, Disney’s CEO, said in a call with shareholders that the intention was to slow down in terms of MCU releases. The corporation proposed not to release more than three franchise films per year.
If this idea is supported, lots for 2025 will already be covered. Let us remind you that next year they will appear on the big screen. Captain America: Brave New World (The 14th of February), Thunderbolts (5 May) and Fantastic Four (July 25).
Except, Wrapper mentions that the script Blade is no longer in the hands of Michael Starrbury, but in the hands of Eric Pearson. The latter was responsible for writing the new film. Fantastic Four and other Marvel Studios productions such as Thor: Ragnarok, Black Widow And Thunderbolts.
Let’s see who sits in the director’s chair. Blade and if the film is indeed delayed again. So far only appearance Awake in the Marvel Cinematic Universe was in the post-credits scene from Eternals. Although the character is not seen on screen, Mahershala Ali’s voice can be heard off-screen.
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