The next Avengers movies are expected to be Avengers: The Kang Dynasty (2026) and Avengers: Secret Wars (2027).
We find ourselves in Phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), with an exciting lineup of five upcoming movies scheduled for release. In this article, we’ll delve into these upcoming MCU films, which are interconnected, forming an overarching narrative that will ultimately pave the way for the next Avengers movie. So, let’s dive into what you need to know about these highly anticipated Marvel movies and series expected to release in 2023 and 2024.
List of upcoming Marvel movies in 2023 and 2024
| UPCOMING MCU MOVIE | RELEASE DATE |
| The Marvels | November 10th, 2023 |
| Deadpool 3 | May 3rd 2024 |
| Captain America: Brave New World | July 26th 2024 |
| Thunderbolts | December 20th, 2024 |
| Blade | February 14th, 2025 |
Due to the ongoing Writers Guild of America strike, the release of several upcoming movies has been delayed. Disney recently updated the release schedule of its upcoming MCU movies. The release dates mentioned below are based on the updated list shared by Disney.
The Marvels
- This MCU movie brings together Carol Danvers (Captain Marvel), Kamala Khan (Ms. Marvel), and Monica Rambeau, whose powers get entangled for some reason and how they sort this out while also taking on evil forces.
- It is directed by Nia DaCosta and the screenplay is written by Ms. DaCosta and Megan McDonnell. The lead cast includes Brie Larson, Iman Vellani, and Teyonnah Parris.
- Marvels is set to release worldwide on November 10th, 2023. Before you go for the movie, you may want to catch up on the first Captain Marvel movie, and Ms. Marvel and WandaVision shows on Disney+ Hotstar.
Deadpool 3
- The sword-flinging, fourth-wall-breaking, foul-mouthed, and very funny R-rated superhero played by Ryan Reynolds will finally enter the MCU with Deadpool 3.
- Although hardly anything about the plot is out, we know Hugh Jackman will be reprising his role as Wolverine and he may meet Deadpool in a new reality. Jackman will be back as Wolverine after last seeing him in Logan back in 2017. The cast also includes Emma Corrin, Matthew Macfayden, and Rob Delany.
- It is slated to release in 2024. It is directed by Shawn Levy and written primarily by Rhett Reese Paul Wernick.
Captain America: Brave New World
- This movie follows the story we saw in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier show on Disney+ Hotstar wherein Sam Wilson (played by Anthony Mackie) took on the role of the new Captain America. To recall, Chris Evans retired as Captain America in Avengers: Endgame.
- The upcoming Captain America movie could also see the return of Bucky Barnes aka Winter Soldier (played by Sebastian Stan). But the highlight addition to the cast could be Harrison Ford, who will replace the late William Hurt as Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross.
- The movie is also expected to be released in 2024 and is being directed by Julius Onah.
Thunderbolts
- In the comics, it’s a Suicide Squad-like task force of anti-heroes assembled by Baron Zemo.
- The team includes Yelena Belova (played by Florence Pugh), Winter Soldier (played by Sebastian Stan), Steven Yeun (The Sentry), Red Guardian (David Harbour), US Agent John Walker (played by Wyatt Russell) etc.
- The movie is being directed by Jake Schreier and could come out in 2024.
Blade
- Not very much is known about this movie besides the fact that Mahershala Ali will be playing the titular role.
- This one will be PG-13 unlike the R-rated 1998 flick starring Wesley Snipes.
- It is being directed by Yann Demange and also stars Mia Goth, Delroy Lindo, and Aaron Pierre.
- Other future Marvel movies coming in 2025 and beyond include Fantastic 4, Shang-Chi 2, Spider-Man 4, Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, and Avengers: Secret Wars.
List of all upcoming Marvel series/ shows with key details
| UPCOMING MCU SERIES | RELEASE DATE |
| Loki Season 2 | October 6th, 2023 |
| Echo Season 1 | 2024 |
| Ironheart | 2024 |
| Agatha Darkhold Diaries | 2024 |
| Daredevil Born Again | 2024 |
All MCU shows are exclusively available on Disney+ Hotstar in India.
Loki: Season 2
- The cast including Tom Hiddleston, Owen Wilson, Sophia Di Martino, and Jonathan Majors will be returning in the second season of Loki.
- The God of Mischief seems to be facing a curious case of time slipping and it is to be seen what or who is the bigger threat he and his female counterpart Sylvie will be facing this time around. It could be Victor Timely, a variant of Kang, the big baddie of Multiverse Saga.
- The show is directed by Michael Waldron and is coming out on October 6th, 2023.
Echo: Season 1
- Echo is a spin-off series starring Alaqua Cox as the deaf assassin named Maya Lopez (aka Echo) whom we last saw on the Hawkeye show.
- Very little is known at the moment. But, the announced cast includes Chaske Spencer, Tantoo Cardinal, Devery Jacobs, Cody Lightning, Graham Greene, and Zahn McClarnon.
- The showrunner seems to be Sydney Freeland. It could come out sometime in 2024.
Ironheart
- Ironheart would follow the character of Riri Williams (played by Dominique Thorne) whom we last saw on Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. As shown in that movie, she is a robotics prodigy.
- The cast also includes Anthony Ramos and Lyric Ross.
- The director seat will be co-helmed by Sam Bailey and Angela Barnes. It is likely to see daylight next year, i.e., 2024.
Agatha Darkhold Diaries
- Yet another spin-off series that’s based on the character Agatha who was the antagonist of WandaVision. Kathryn Hahn will play the main lead.
- Other notable cast members include Emma Caulfield, Aubrey Plaza, and Joe Locke. It may also come out in 2024 and be directed by Jac Shaeffer.
Daredevil Born Again
- One of the most publically and critically acclaimed Marvel superhero shows Daredevil, will get a revamp on Disney+ Hotstar.
- The upcoming series will see the Devil of Hell’s Kitchen, Matt Murdoch (played by Charlie Cox), back in action against his archrival Kingpin aka Wilson Fisk (played by Vincent D’Onofrio). We may also get to see Jon Bernthal return as The Punisher.
- Clark Johnson will play the dual role of both the director and a cast member. This may land on Disney+ Hotstar in 2024.
Note: Unless announced, the movie release dates are tentative and could be postponed due to schedule changes and external factors like the writers’ strike. For this reason, we have only included MCU movies and series in the Phase 5 slot.
FAQs
What are the upcoming Marvel movies by Sony Pictures?
These are not MCU and not produced by Marvel Studios but are Marvel products only. They come under Sony’s Columbia Pictures banner. The list includes Kraven the Hunter, Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, Venom 3, Madam Web, El Muerto, and Spider-woman.
Is there a Thor movie releasing in 2024?
No. Nothing has been announced yet. However, Chris Hemsworth could return as Thor in Avengers The Kang Dynasty and Avengers Secret Wars.
