Marvel Studios

Kevin Feige calls himself a “gigantic loser” over Blade setback

Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige said on the Happy Sad Confused podcast that he feels like a “gigantic loser” after the studio failed to move forward with a new Blade film starring Mahershala Ali. The project, which entered development in 2019 and saw several director and writer changes, was ultimately removed from Marvel’s schedule in 2024. Feige’s comments highlight ongoing challenges within the MCU’s expansion plans and contrast with recent announcements that other characters, such as Wesley Snipes’ Blade cameo in Deadpool & Wolverine, are moving ahead. Ali has publicly expressed interest in playing Blade, but no further updates have been confirmed.

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Avengers Doomsday Runtime Confirmed at 165 Minutes

Marvel Studios has disclosed that its upcoming crossover, "Avengers: Doomsday," will run for approximately 165 minutes, or two hours and forty‑five minutes. The studio also announced that advance tickets for the film's "Infinity Vision" format will go on sale on July 20, 2026, five months before its theatrical release. The reported length places the movie among the longer entries in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, exceeding the runtimes of "Avengers: Infinity War" (149 minutes) and "Spider‑Man: Brand New Day" (150 minutes), though it remains shorter than "Avengers: Endgame" (181 minutes). Fans can expect an extended viewing experience as the Russo brothers' sequel continues the franchise's trend toward lengthier blockbusters.

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Yelena Belova May Appear in Spider-Man: Brand New Day

Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has hinted that Florence Pugh's character Yelena Belova could appear in the upcoming Spider-Man film, Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The tease suggests a potential crossover involving The Thunderbolts' member. No further details about the role or storyline have been provided in the excerpt.

IGN

Avengers: Doomsday Concept Art Shows Returning Heroes

New concept art for Avengers: Doomsday reveals a look at several returning heroes in full costume. The images include Cyclops, Mister Fantastic, and Doctor Doom. The artwork offers a glimpse into the film's roster of characters. More than 20 heroes are said to appear in the visual. The concept art is part of ongoing promotional material for the movie.

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