Bad news for superhero fans. as assembled term, Jon Watts left the direction fantastic Four, one of the most anticipated films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The news, of course, is completely unexpected, especially since the project seemed quite solid in this respect.
What happened? It’s all the fault of the personal situation of John Watts himself. He’s exhausted after completing a recent trilogy spider manwhich ended No way home and the introduction of the multiverse. The director has spent most of the last decade making superhero films and creating fantastic Four it meant staying on board for a few more years. “He needs a break,” he says. term.
Being a personal reason there was no disagreement between Jon Watts and Marvel Studios. In fact, both sides clarify that the exit was raised in a friendly way. In this way, they avoid any wave of unreasonable rumors.
“Collaborating with John on the Spider-Man films has been a real pleasure. We hoped to continue our work with him to bring the Fantastic Four to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but we understand and support his reasons for leaving. We are optimistic that we will have the opportunity to work together again at some point in the future,” said Kevin Fighead of Marvel Studios.
In its turn, Jon Watts hasn’t closed the doors to MCU re-entry in the future: “Making three Spider-Man films was an incredible experience that changed my life. I am eternally grateful to have been a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe for seven years. I hope we can work together again and can’t wait to see the amazing vision of the Fantastic Four come true.”
what’s next fantastic Four? Certainly, Marvel Studios will have to start looking for a new director. At the moment yes, there is no name in the table. The manufacturing company must take the necessary time to choose the right one, as this is not just a production. The only problem is that this may delay the release of the feature film.
Jon Watts will be away from superheroes for a while, but not from movies. director was signed by Apple direct and write a screenplay for a detective film. The only thing we know about it is that it will star George Clooney and Brad Pitt. While the deal calls for a launch on Apple TV+, it will be shown in theaters earlier.
Source: Hiper Textual
