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Chris Pratt reportedly stood up for James Gunn when Gunn was fired by Marvel, telling executives that removing him was a mistake and rallying the Guardians cast to support him. The cast publicly expressed solidarity, the stance helped Gunn be rehired for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and the Holiday Special, and Pratt credited Marvel/Disney leadership for the reversal, with Gunn later taking a leadership role at DCU.
Disney named Josh D'Amaro as CEO with Dana Walden as President and Chief Creative Officer; Alan Bergman will report to Walden, while film chiefs David Greenbaum and Marvel chief Kevin Feige stay under Bergman, signaling continuity for the movie division. Insiders expect steady leadership rather than upheaval, with Feige continuing Marvel plans and D'Amaro bringing Iger-like charisma. Disney's 2026 slate includes The Mandalorian and Grogu, Toy Story 5, a live-action Moana, and Avengers: Doomsday, as the company builds on a strong 2025 box-office performance.
Marvel's Wonder Man ties its bro‑mance of actors to Midnight Cowboy, using a screening of the controversial Best Picture winner as a thematic hinge to explore Hollywood’s grind and the humanity beneath superhero personas; the show, a grounded, mature character study, follows Simon Williams and Trevor Slattery on a journey of craft, redemption, and unlikely friendship, with all episodes available on Disney+.
A Popverse review argues Wonder Man on Disney+ stands out by adopting an Andor-like focus on human costs and artistic dignity, delivering a grounded, meta-aware take on the MCU that centers on a struggling actor navigating Hollywood under capitalism, with strong direction and performances that set it apart from typical superhero fare.
Marvel’s Wonder Man shifts from traditional superhero spectacle to a character-driven, Midnight Cowboy–style tale: Yahya Abdul-Mateen II plays Simon Williams, an actor whose superpowers complicate his life, paired with Ben Kingsley’s Trevor Slattery. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton and developed with Andrew Guest, the eight‑episode series eschews mindless action for a grounded, self-contained story that doesn’t require MCU homework. Production faced a seven‑month halt due to labor strikes and Marvel’s push to slow output, and a second season will hinge on strong Disney+ viewership.
Disney+ drops eight-episode Wonder Man, a Marvel Studios series that follows Simon Williams—an actor with superpowers—as he chases a starring film role while hiding his abilities; the show also brings back Trevor Slattery and is pitched as a lighter, self-contained Marvel Spotlight entry, arriving after production delays, and already drawing strong early reviews (about 93% on Rotten Tomatoes).
A glowing io9 review declares Wonder Man Marvel’s strongest, most complete TV project yet, following actor Simon Williams as he chases a dream while concealing his powers; anchored by standouts Yahya Abdul‑Mateen II and Sir Ben Kingsley, the eight-episode Disney+ series weaves Hollywood satire with heartfelt character drama and delivers a satisfying self-contained season that can be enjoyed even by viewers unfamiliar with the broader MCU.
Marvel Studios says its four Avengers: Doomsday teaser clips drew over 1 billion views, led by Instagram and TikTok and far surpassing YouTube; the unconventional rollout—teasers premiering in theaters with leaks—has sparked discussion about marketing strategy ahead of the December 18 release.
Marvel Studios' Avengers: Doomsday trailer hints at a Wakanda–Fantastic Four alignment by featuring Shuri, M'Baku, the Dora Milaje, and Ben Grimm, while returning X-Men like Cyclops; Namor's presence fuels speculation about future crossovers and romance dynamics with Sue Storm and Reed Richards, tying back to classic Marvel lore and setting up fan debates on how these threads will unfold in the MCU.
Gizmodo argues Marvel’s two-track rollout for Avengers: Doomsday—weekly teases spotlighting returning icons (Steve Rogers, Thor, X‑Men, Wakandans, Ben Grimm) to drum up interest ahead of a real trailer or Super Bowl spot—backfires as leaks undermine the reveals. The piece questions whether the marketing prioritizes legacy Avengers over newer MCU faces like Sam Wilson and Shang‑Chi. It suggests Marvel is using Doomsday to frame a multiverse‑closing arc (Secret Wars) while ramping up promotions toward the December release.
A playful meme generator at AvengersCountdown.com lets fans pretend beloved heroes are returning for Avengers: Doomsday, riding marketing vibes as Marvel teases with teaser-style clips; with a December 18 release, the studio may drop another trailer at upcoming events such as SDCC (July 25) or D23 Expo (August 14).
The Russo brothers post cryptic captions saying the weekly clips for Avengers: Doomsday are not teasers or trailers but stories and clues, prompting fans to pay attention. io9 breaks down the four clips—featuring Steve Rogers, Thor, the X‑Men, and Wakanda with the Fantastic Four—as intentional teasers that hint at the film’s future, while leaks and a Doomsday Clock marketing gimmick amplify buzz ahead of the movie’s 2026 release.
Marvel released the fourth Avengers: Doomsday teaser featuring a live 'Doomsday is Coming' countdown on Marvel's YouTube, signaling a major in-universe timer to the final Incursion and a heavy promo push ahead of the December release. The film boasts a massive ensemble cast including Hemsworth, Mackie, Hiddleston, Downey Jr., Simu Liu, Tenoch Huerta Mejia, Florence Pugh, Pedro Pascal and more, with the Russo Brothers directing and Stephen McFeely and Michael Waldron writing. Release is set for December 18, 2027, with Avengers: Secret Wars arriving on December 17, 2027; cameos and crossovers (Peggy Carter, Deadpool) are among rumored appearances.
Chris Evans is officially returning as Steve Rogers in the upcoming Marvel film Avengers: Doomsday, with the announcement confirmed by Marvel Studios amid leaks and teasers, raising questions about the character's storyline and the film's plot.
The article discusses 10 major film failures of 2025, highlighting issues like franchise fatigue, controversial casting, poor reception, and changing audience preferences, which collectively reflect Hollywood's current struggles to attract viewers.