Kevin Feige, the mastermind behind the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is no stranger to taking ambitious creative leaps. But few announcements have sparked as much excitement as his recent revelation about the Fantastic Four.
Speaking virtually at the Disney APAC Content Showcase (via Deadline), Feige shared updates about Marvel’s First Family. He revealed that they are to become key players in the future of the MCU.
Fantastic Four’s Key Role In Future Avengers Films Confirmed
Kevin Feige announced that filming for ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ is wrapping up next week, setting the stage for its release next summer. While the movie itself is highly anticipated, what got fans buzzing even more was Feige’s confirmation that the Fantastic Four will transition directly into the next Avengers films.
“Finally, we’re bringing Marvel’s First Family into the MCU. They wrap next week, the movie comes out next summer, and then all those characters go right into the next Avengers movies, so I’m very excited for the future of the Fantastic Four,” he shared. This announcement marks a turning point for fans of the team.
While previous adaptations had mixed receptions, Feige seems determined to deliver a fresh take that does justice to the characters. Additionally, with ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ star cast including Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, and more, it’s safe to say the future seems very exciting.
Kevin Feige Reveals ‘Avengers: Secret Wars’ Will Lead Up To MCU’s “Age Of Mutants”
Kevin Feige didn’t stop with the Fantastic Four. At the same event, he also teased the future of mutants in the MCU. This has been a major point of speculation since Disney’s acquisition of Fox brought the X-Men back under Marvel’s umbrella. While keeping specific details under wraps, Feige hinted at the integration of mutants leading up to what he called a “new age of mutants.”
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“I think you will see that continues in our next few movies with some X-Men players that you might recognize. Right after that, the whole story of Secret Wars really leads us into a new age of mutants and of the X-Men,” Feige stated. This strategic buildup appears to be Marvel’s way of introducing mutants organically into the MCU.
Moreover, while doing so, they are also paving the way for a larger narrative centered on them post-Secret Wars. Additionally, with the Fantastic Four stepping into the spotlight and mutants gearing up for their grand reentry, the MCU’s future looks very intriguing. Fans can only imagine what surprises await as the pieces come together.
