The MCU is known for its ever-changing slate of films and projects. One of the biggest changes coming to the MCU involves the next instalment in the Avengers franchise. According to reports, the writer behind ‘Loki‘ and ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’, Michael Waldron will no longer pen the script for ‘Avengers 5’.
The MCU’s epic ‘Avengers 5’ was poised to bring the next chapter of decades of story-telling. However, behind-the-scenes shakeups may alter the direction and story that has been planned for the highly anticipated movie.
Michael Waldron Parted Ways With ‘Avengers 5‘
It was earlier announced that Michael Waldron would write ‘Avengers 5‘. Waldron is notable for helping MCU through his work on ‘Loki‘ and the Doctor Strange sequel. His take on the next big villain, Kang The Conqueror, was expected to drive the plot of ‘Avengers 5‘.
Now with Waldron’s departure, ‘Avengers 5‘ has lost the creative voice who was crafting the screenplay. Many fans in the community are upset about this news and awaiting further details.
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It’s unknown what led to Michael Waldron stepping away from the project. As the film was eyeing a 2026 release, a new writer would have minimal time to start from scratch. However, Marvel may fast-track hiring someone to tweak the existing script rather than a complete rewrite.
Regardless of how the studio proceeds, fans are eagerly waiting to see Waldron’s vision for the next Avengers play out. This unexpected behind-the-scenes change ensures the path towards that May 2026 release remains unpredictable during its pre-production phase.
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