‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’: Sam Raimi Confirms He’s Directing!!

In January, director Scott Derrickson abruptly left the production of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, the sequel to his 2016 MCU entry, over creative differences. A month later, Sam Raimi entered talks to take over directing the sequel, leaving the production on track. And then… we didn’t hear anything. Until now, that is. While speaking with ComingSoon.net, Raimi casually and cheekily confirmed that he’s directing Doctor Strange 2 … Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’: Sam Raimi Confirms He’s Directing!!

Disney Reveals New MCU Movie Release Date Schedule!!

Ch-ch-ch-changes! Ever since Hollywood’s production and distribution machine closed up shop internationally in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, folks have been wondering how it will affect the future of Disney’s meticulously scheduled Marvel Cinematic Universe plans. Well, wonder no more, because Disney just unveiled a massive new update on their release date calendar, including date shifts for all their upcoming Marvel movies. Black Widow, … Continue reading Disney Reveals New MCU Movie Release Date Schedule!!

‘The Batman,’ ‘The Matrix 4’ Among High Profile Films to See Release Delays!!

Matt Reeves‘ blockbuster The Batman is “likely” to be delayed as a result of its current production stoppage stemming from the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new report from Variety. The trade mentions several high-profile movies, including The Batman, The Matrix 4, and Red Notice, that were forced to suspend production, before going on to say “there’s an outside chance these films might even make … Continue reading ‘The Batman,’ ‘The Matrix 4’ Among High Profile Films to See Release Delays!!

‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’: Marvel Sequel to Start Filming in June!!

While the coronavirus shutdown has put many Hollywood productions in limbo, leading to potential release date delays for big movies like The Batman and The Matrix 4, Marvel Studios is hopeful that their planned sequel Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness will begin filming on schedule. In a report from Variety on the state of multiple productions under delay right now, they note that … Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’: Marvel Sequel to Start Filming in June!!

‘Bermuda’: Scott Derrickson to Direct Skydance’s Action-Adventure!!

It appears as though filmmaker Scott Derrickson has found his next project after exiting Marvel’s Doctor Strange sequel, and he might not be the only Marvel alum onboard. Per Variety, the Sinister and Exorcism of Emily Rose director has signed on to rewrite and direct the long-in-the-works Bermuda Triangle action-adventure film Bermuda, which takes place in the mysterious patch of the Caribbean that has served … Continue reading ‘Bermuda’: Scott Derrickson to Direct Skydance’s Action-Adventure!!

‘Doctor Strange 2’: Scott Derrickson Did Not Write a Draft Confirms Co-Writer!!

Pre-production on Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness has been both strange and filled with madness so far, so A+ for accuracy. The hullabaloo began when Scott Derrickson exited the director’s chair over “creative differences” with Marvel, which was a bummer because Derrickson is a seriously talented filmmaker, brought Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) into the MCU back in 2016, and was hinting at a … Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange 2’: Scott Derrickson Did Not Write a Draft Confirms Co-Writer!!

‘Doctor Strange 2’: Rachel McAdams Not Returning For Sequel!!

The Sorcerer Supreme will be without his best friend and love interest, Christine Palmer, for the upcoming Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Variety confirms that Rachel McAdams will not be reprising her role as Benedict Cumberbatch’s co-star, though no specific reason was mentioned. Regardless, there is still plenty of reason to look forward to Multiverse of Madness, as it looks as though Spider-Man … Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange 2’: Rachel McAdams Not Returning For Sequel!!

‘Doctor Strange 2’: ‘Loki’ Scribe Michael Waldron to Rewrite Script!!

Marvel has tapped Loki scribe Michael Waldron to rewrite the script for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Collider has confirmed. Sam Raimi is in negotiations to direct the sequel. If a deal makes, the Spider-Man director would replace Scott Derrickson, who parted ways with the project over creative differences. As Collider first reported, Jade Halley Bartlett had been hired to write the new … Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange 2’: ‘Loki’ Scribe Michael Waldron to Rewrite Script!!

‘Doctor Strange 2’: Sam Raimi In Talks to Direct the Marvel Sequel!!

Sam Raimi, the mind behind Evil Dead trilogy and the original live-action Spider-Man franchise, is in talks to director Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness for Marvel, according to Variety. Raimi would be stepping in for original director Scott Derrickson, who exited the project in January over “creative differences” with the studio. Benedict Cumberbatch is set to reprise the role of Sorcerer Supreme Stephen … Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange 2’: Sam Raimi In Talks to Direct the Marvel Sequel!!

‘Doctor Strange 2’ Rumored to Introduce Miss America and Brother Voodoo!!

Another Marvel hero may be joining Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, as casting calls appear to be teasing Brother Voodoo. When Marvel Studios announced a sequel to Doctor Strange last year, it quickly became apparent how important it could be to the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The film will co-star Scarlet Witch (Elizabeth Olsen) and open up the Marvel multiverse for Doctor Strange (Benedict … Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange 2’ Rumored to Introduce Miss America and Brother Voodoo!!

‘Doctor Strange 2’: Scott Derrickson Exits Marvel Sequel!!

In a somewhat shocking turn of events, Scott Derrickson has exited as director of Marvel’s Doctor Strange sequel over “creative differences” with the studio. Derrickson will remain as an executive producer on Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, which is expected to pair star Benedict Cumberbatch with Elizabeth Olsen‘s Scarlet Witch. Benedict Wong is also expected to return for the comic book sequel after the … Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange 2’: Scott Derrickson Exits Marvel Sequel!!

‘Doctor Strange 2’: Kevin Feige Says Marvel Sequel Isn’t Quite a Horror Movie!!

The long-speculated Doctor Strange sequel Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness was confirmed at San Diego Comic-Con 2019, and if there’s one thing everybody immediately agreed on, it’s that is without a doubt the best dang title in the MCU. And it turns out Kevin Feige himself agrees; the MCU chief sat down for an extended NYFA Q&A, where he praised the film as having “the … Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange 2’: Kevin Feige Says Marvel Sequel Isn’t Quite a Horror Movie!!

Scott Derrickson Announces His New Horror Film!!

Earlier this week director Scott Derrickson and his colleague, screenwriter C. Robert Cargill, confirmed they’ve written a new horror film together and it will go into production once Derrickson finishes up withDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Derrickson and Cargill are longtime collaborators having previously worked together on 2012’s Sinister (which they co-wrote) and 2016’s Doctor Strange (which they co-wrote with Jon Spaihts). On Monday night, both Derrickson and Cargill shared … Continue reading Scott Derrickson Announces His New Horror Film!!

Disney Reveals Release Schedule Through 2023!!

Walt Disney Studios just unveiled an updated release schedule that will take us well into 2023, in case you were somehow worried that the biggest entertainment entity in the universe was going to stop making movies. Most of the schedule consists of untitled projects linked to different branches of the studio, such as Pixar and Marvel. But the schedule also includes several upcoming 20th Century … Continue reading Disney Reveals Release Schedule Through 2023!!

‘Loki’: Disney+ TV Show Ties Into ‘Doctor Strange 2’!!

The Disney+ series Loki will tie into Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Kevin Feige has revealed. Both projects were announced this summer as part of the MCU‘s ambitious Phase 4 slate, each scheduled for spring 2021. Only Multiverse of Madness has an official release date of May 7, 2021. Loki will see the return of Tom Hiddleston‘s beloved trickster after he escaped with the Tesseract in Avengers: Endgame. Hiddleston has said this show … Continue reading ‘Loki’: Disney+ TV Show Ties Into ‘Doctor Strange 2’!!

‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’: Marvel Taps Jade Bartlett to Write Sequel!!

Marvel has tapped up-and-coming screenwriter Jade Bartlett to write Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Collider has exclusively learned. Marvel had no comment. Benedict Cumberbatch is set to return as Dr. Stephen Strange, aka the Sorcerer Supreme, and he’ll be joined by Benedict Wong and Elizabeth Olsen, the latter of whom reprises her MCU role as Scarlet Witch. Scott Derrickson is also back to … Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’: Marvel Taps Jade Bartlett to Write Sequel!!

Comic-Con Slate Confirmed Marvel’s Complete Phase 4; ‘Blade’ Is Phase 5!!!

While two-time Oscar winner Mahershala Ali was revealed to be the new Blade at Marvel Studios’ highly anticipated Hall H panel at San Diego Comic-Con 2019, fans will have to wait a bit to see him onscreen. Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige took the Hall H stage on Saturday to announce that with the release of Avengers: Endgame and Spider-Man: Far from Home, the “Infinity … Continue reading Comic-Con Slate Confirmed Marvel’s Complete Phase 4; ‘Blade’ Is Phase 5!!!

‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ Set for 2021 Release!!!

Marvel Studios announced a Doctor Strange 2 release date and title in Hall H at San Diego Comic-Con today, along with one other surprise. Benedict Cumberbatch reprises the title role in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, which will co-star Elizabeth Olsen as Scarlet Witch. Scott Derrickson returns to the director’s chair having helmed the first Doctor Strange, but he promised the Hall H crowd he’s going to make “the … Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ Set for 2021 Release!!!

‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’ Will Close out Marvel’s ‘Infinity Saga’!!!

Although Avengers: Endgame has the word “end” in it, that wasn’t the conclusion of the first three phases of the MCU. That honor will go to Spider-Man: Far From Home, which will have a similar function to how Ant-Man closed out Marvel Phase 2 following the events of Avengers: Age of Ultron. Speaking to ComicBook, Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige explained: “We’ve been working for … Continue reading ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’ Will Close out Marvel’s ‘Infinity Saga’!!!

‘Marvel’ Phase 4: Films Set to Release After the ‘Endgame’!! Check It Out!!

With the release of Avengers: Endgame, Marvel Studios caps off a 22-film saga. The story began with 2008’s Iron Man, and since that time we’ve seen new heroes introduced, compelling combinations of characters intermingled, and even a few characters bite the dust. And while previous team-up movies like The Avengers and Avengers: Age of Ultron had a sense of finality to them, Avengers: Endgame is … Continue reading ‘Marvel’ Phase 4: Films Set to Release After the ‘Endgame’!! Check It Out!!

‘Doctor Strange 2’: Marvel Sequel Reportedly Aiming for a 2020 Release!!!

While Marvel is yet to announce any specific details on its plans post-Avengers: Endgame, beyond the Sony co-production Spider-Man: Far From Home, the studio had previously revealed that Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 was aiming for a 2020 release, until James Gunn’s departure and subsequent return scuppered that plan. Since then, the general assumption has been that Marvel will fill its May 1st 2020 … Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange 2’: Marvel Sequel Reportedly Aiming for a 2020 Release!!!

‘Doctor Strange 2’: Marvel Developing a Sequel With Director Scott Derrickson Returning!!

In the wake of the trailer for the franchise-capping Avengers: Endgame, Marvel has started looking far beyond Thanos’ snap heard ’round the universe. First, some footage of a very much alive Peter Paker popped up in the Spider-Man: Far From Home trailer that debuted in Brazil, and now THR reports that the comic book movie giant is finalizing a deal for a Doctor Strange sequel. Scott Derrickson will … Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange 2’: Marvel Developing a Sequel With Director Scott Derrickson Returning!!

‘Doctor Strange 2’: Benedict Cumberbatch Reportedly Negotiating Contract!!!

Back in June, Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige confirmed that a second Doctor Strange movie is definitely part of the studio’s future plans for the MCU, and now comes word from the British tabloid The Mirror that Benedict Cumberbatch is currently negotiating his contract to return as the Sorcerer Supreme in the solo sequel. According to the paper, Cumberbatch can expect to enjoy a bumper … Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange 2’: Benedict Cumberbatch Reportedly Negotiating Contract!!!