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Paul Rudd Confirms the 'Coolest Group' at Avengers: Endgame's Funeral Set

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Over the years, Marvel Studios has picked up some of the brightest talents in Hollywood for the MCU. Those who didn't arrive as stars have certainly left as one. Take Tom Holland and Robert Downey Jr., who now stand as two of the biggest names in the industry. With so much talent spread across the many franchises that make up the MCU,  Avengers: Endgame  was truly a sight to behold and, second only to an awards ceremony, the ultimate who's who of Hollywood. Having featured Oscar-winners such as Anthony Hopkins, Cate Blanchett, Natalie Portman, and more, the  Thor  franchise holds the record for the most Academy Awards for a solo franchise. But one cannot estimate the star power that comes with the  Ant-Man  movies as it features names like Michael Douglas, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Paul Rudd. ADVERTISEMENT Kicking into gear with 2015's  Ant-Man , the shrinking franchise quickly established itself as one of the funniest in the MCU, and despite it...

Queen Elizabeth Celebrates Her 96th Birthday With Avengers Theme Song

Since the MCU took over Hollywood, superheroes and pop culture have seen a dramatic shift into the mainstream spotlight, having once been primarily enjoyed by a much smaller fan base. The films and series continue to be among the biggest in the world every year, and once unheard of heroes are now household names.  2012's  The Avengers  was a game-changing moment for this shift, as the blockbuster team-up quickly broke records. While the majority of the audience for pop culture originates in the U.S.A., the MCU is popular globally, particularly in other Western countries such as the U.K. - where the movie went by  Avengers Assemble  due to a famous '60s British TV show sharing the same name. ADVERTISEMENT The U.K. is known worldwide for countless reasons but most famously for its royal family and reigning monarch, who is currently Queen Elizabeth II and has just celebrated her 96th birthday after over 70 years on the throne. Naturally, with the Q...

New Moon Knight Episode Suggests He Got His Powers BEFORE Avengers: Infinity War

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Early on in  Moon Knight , the Disney+ series has provided more questions for fans than answers. The first few episodes have received rave reviews as the mystery around Oscar Isaac's Marc Spector begins to unfold on-screen. Audiences were thrown into the action as Spector's dissociative identity disorder was put on full display, showing how the mercenary-turned-vigilante shared his mind with a lowly gift shopper employee, Steven Grant.  So far, fans have spent a fair amount of time figuring out who Spector is at the same pace as Isaac's Grant does on-screen. While Marc is seasoned in the world of ancient Egyptian mythology, serving as an avatar for the god Khonshu (which grants him the ability to wield the Moon Knight armor), Steven is still very much new to the whole world of crime-fighting.  ADVERTISEMENT Viewers have seen everything in Steven's Moon Knight journey up to this point. But exactly how long has Marc Spector been moonlightin...

Karen Gillan Teases New Version of Nebula After Avengers: Endgame

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One of the surprise standout characters in  Avengers: Endgame  came in Karen Gillen's Nebula. After being one of the two  Guardians  characters still alive after Thanos' snap, audiences got to see an entirely different side of her. This included caring for Tony Stark when he was on the brink of death, connecting with the Avengers themselves, and even convincing Gamora to betray her father in an alternate timeline—a direct parallel to what happened in the prime MCU. So, given that the film has long since come and gone, what's in the cards for the character? Her next appearance is actually rather soon, as she is set to play a role in Thor: Love and Thunder  alongside the other Guardians. ADVERTISEMENT Signs point to their part in the story as being a small one, but thankfully, fans won't need to wait long to see the band of misfits once again. Next summer, James Gunn's  Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3  will hit theaters, giving the crew ...

Josh Brolin Wore Thanos' Gauntlet During His Avengers Bathroom Breaks

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The Infinity Gauntlet is easily the most iconic item in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Sure, there's Captain America's shield or Thor's hammer, but nothing beats the golden glove that wiped away half of the universe. Its infamy has long since been established in the source material, and with how well the last two  Avengers  films were received, the weapon has become one of the most iconic movie objects in pop culture. It was technically first seen in live-action with 2011's  Thor , but was eventually retconned in  Thor: Ragnarok  and re-labeled a fake. The true Infinity Gauntlet made its first real appearance in  Avengers: Infinity War. ADVERTISEMENT The powerful weapon was created at the request of Thanos on the planet Nidavellir and was the Mad Titan's way of harnessing the power of all six Infinity Stones. The metal hand became one of the villain's key fashion statements; it never left his person. That choice by the character ...

Avengers' Kang Easter Egg Spotted In Moon Knight Episode 3 (Photo)

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Marvel Studios is now headed toward the final three episodes of Moon Knight , giving fans a look into Marc Spector and the multiple personalities in his head. While fans wait for the Avengers to make their return after Avengers: Endgame , Moon Knight provides a new experience with a skilled fighter who’s tied to the MCU’s take on Ancient Egyptian mythology. Although Moon Knight kicks off the year for the MCU's Phase 4, next up is Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness , bringing in two powerful players who at least have connections to the Avengers. As the fifth movie for Marvel's top-tier team waits in the wings, fans have started predicting what's coming down the road for Earth's Mightiest Heroes, including their next antagonist. ADVERTISEMENT At some point, one of those antagonists will most likely be Jonathan Majors' Kang the Conquerer, whose Variant showed up in 2021's Loki ahead of his theatrical arrival in 2023's...

Marvel Reveals Why It Changed Captain America's Shield In Avengers: Endgame

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The Falcon and the Winter Soldier  is just over a year old, meaning Sam Wilson has been Captain America for nearly one whole spin around the sun. The patriotic spin-off saw Anthony Mackie's Wilson and Sebastian Stan's Bucky Barnes come to terms with the loss of Steve Rogers and, in turn, the loss of the MCU's first Captain America.  And with this loss of one of Marvel Studio's biggest heroes, came the emergence of another. After receiving Cap's shield in the final moments of  Avengers: Endgame,  Sam Wilson had to deal with what it means to carry a mantle as storied as Captain America.  ADVERTISEMENT Avengers: Endgame But eagle-eyed fans would notice this was not the same shield that Chris Evans' man in blue had used throughout his time in the MCU up to that point. Not to say it wasn't HIS shield, but the sidearm seen in  Endgame  had seemingly had some work done to it after being destroyed at the hands of Thanos during the fin...

Karen Gillan Has One Silly Regret From Avengers: Endgame

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Karen Gillan is in for a huge couple of years with her role as Nebula in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. After exploring new versions of her heroine in the animated What If...? show, she's set for appearances as the machine-infused daughter of Thanos in Thor: Love and Thunder and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 . And of course, this all comes after her key role in 2019's mega-blockbuster Avengers: Endgame . The Infinity Saga's epic conclusion saw Nebula and the other heroes hopping through time to save their fallen comrades, but that wasn't Gillan's first foray into time travel. The Scottish actress first found fame in her role as Amy Pond on the long-running British sci-fi series  Doctor Who , in which she traveled through time as a companion to Matt Smith's Doctor - who recently joined the Marvel world himself in  Morbius ​​​​​​. ADVERTISEMENT Doctor Who The fourth Avengers movie gave Gillan arguably her most pivotal story arc ...

Watch: Tom Holland's Hair Mistake In Avengers: Infinity War Goes Viral

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Although the MCU remains the most successful movie franchise in the business these days, the films and TV shows aren't without a mistake or two on the big and small screen. As all eyes look towards the blockbuster releases of Tom Holland's Spider-Man: No Way Home and Benedict Cumberbatch's Multiversal Doctor Strange sequel, both massive accomplishments, eagle-eyed fans have taken to social media to point out MCU errors. Cumberbatch's first solo movie included one of these errors, as a car in Hong Kong drove straight through Kaecillius and his henchpeople walking through a portal (they should have been run over instead). Even the biggest of blockbusters aren't without their mistakes, such as the funeral scene in 2019's Avengers: Endgame , which included the end of a boom mic above Happy Hogan and Morgan Stark. ADVERTISEMENT The latest error to make headlines comes from 2018's Avengers: Infinity War , which came as the first ha...

Doctor Strange 2 Will Explore Avengers: Endgame Regret, Says Director

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Strange things are about to happen. Set several months after the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home , Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is expected to further explore the Multiverse and its ramifications. Of course, the now-former Sorcerer Supreme, who lost his title upon his  Avengers: Endgame  return, won't be alone.  Benedict Cumberbatch's Dr. Stephen Strange won't only be joined by Benedict Wong but also Rachel McAdams reprising her 2016 role as Dr. Christine Palmer. Doctor Strange 2 also stars Elizabeth Olsen's Wanda Maximoff, following her "incident" in WandaVision on Disney+, as well as America Chavez, played by Xochitl Gomez. ADVERTISEMENT Due to Marvel's reputation for secrecy and the sequel's Multiversal focus, anything can happen. However, what fans do know is that the film's trailer teased Strange in handcuffs, along with a sense of reckoning.  While Cumberbatch defended his character and hi...

Marvel Just Teased Elizabeth Olsen's New Avengers Status

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While the Earth's Mightiest Heroes are still some time away from their fifth MCU team-up movie, Marvel Studios is bringing an Avengers-level event with next month's Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness . As Benedict Cumberbatch and Elizabeth Olsen prepare to join forces as two of the strongest characters in the franchise, this next solo sequel will pit them against some major hurdles. As the film's May 6 release date inches closer, along with its ticket sales beginning one month earlier, Marvel is picking up speed with new promotional material coming to the public. Olsen's Scarlet Witch will play a pivotal role in helping to keep the Multiverse intact, teaming-up with surprising co-stars along the way and diving more into her full power as a heroine. ADVERTISEMENT One mystery that still lingers over Olsen's character through her journey since the end of Phase 3 is her place amongst the Avengers, who disbanded for the most part ...

Marvel's Avengers Tells Players to Delete Campaign to Solve In-Game Issue

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Things have been relatively quiet on the  Marvel's Avengers  front as of late, but that is the last thing a studio wants when they are working on a live-service game. Developer Crystal Dynamics has assured devoted fans that more content would come to the title; however, the last big move made by the studio was putting Spider-Man into the game last fall. Avengers  has had an uphill battle since the game was released. It launched with a myriad of bugs, a lack of endgame content, and a take on iconic Marvel characters that had some fans up in arms.  ADVERTISEMENT The dev team has recovered some ground in the time since its release, putting out multiple expansions, new characters, as well as cosmetic add-ons pulled straight out of the MCU.  But a new problem has sprung up for the game that has Crystal Dynamics offering an interesting solution.  Delete Your Marvel's Avengers Save Marvel A new bug discovered in the PlayStation 5 version of  Marvel...

Moon Knight Director Reveals Idea for 'Crazy' Avengers Crossover

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The MCU is inching closer to its long-awaited return with its latest project, Moon Knight , whose first episode will arrive before the end of March. Featuring Oscar Isaac in the leading role and Egyptian native Mohamed Diab as its director, this limited series will bring the MCU's first new hero of the year in a wild globe-spanning adventure Throughout its marketing campaign, Marvel and the team behind Moon Knight have teased the series as a largely standalone project in relation to its other MCU counterparts. Although there are rumors pointing to a potential appearance by Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner/the Hulk, this show won't necessarily rely on connections to the larger story to expand its own narrative. ADVERTISEMENT That isn't to say that Moon Knight won't cross over with other major heroes in the MCU at some point, as Isaac has already teased who he would like to team up within other projects down the road. To give fans an idea of w...

Morbius Director Had to Hide Avengers: Endgame Spoilers

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After years of waiting through endless delays,  Morbius  is finally right around the corner. Scripting work began almost five years ago in November 2017, titular star Jared Leto and director Daniel Espinosa signed on in June 2018, and shooting was finally underway in February 2019 and wrapped up in June 2019. So, while  Morbius  may be releasing just after  Spider-Man: No Way Home , it wrapped filming before  Far From Home and  Avengers: Endgame was even released. With the Marvel universe being such an interconnected world, now more than ever with the Multiverse at play, coordination between crews is important. Marvel Studios is renowned for the intricate work that goes into crafting the cinematic universe, but what's surprising is how Sony's Spider-Man universe plays into the puzzle. ADVERTISEMENT Despite having  Venom  and  Morbius  taking place separate from the MCU in its own universe, they are loosely connected through Spider-Man. Although t...

How Oscar Isaac's Moon Knight Differs From Other MCU Avengers

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Moon Knight 's introduction of a brand-new hero into the Marvel Cinematic Universe has led to speculation about if this character will eventually join the ranks of the Avengers. The upcoming Marvel series will showcase the debut of Oscar Isaac as the titular vigilante, with him going up against Ethan Hawke's Arthur Harrow. Although the series is clearly set within the MCU, the show's executive producer, Grant Curtis, unveiled that it  will have  "no attachment to the current MCU"  as he will be  "brand-new"  and  "going on a brand-new adventure."  Many would agree that this reveal has led to confusion for some Marvel fans.  ADVERTISEMENT Still, this didn't stop reports about another Avenger sighting on Moon Knight , with Isaac adding more fuel to the rumors.  It remains to be seen if an Avengers crossover will happen, but Isaac recently shed some light on how his character is different from other notable her...

Sebastian Stan Admits Avengers: Endgame Filming Was Troublesome

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Marvel Studios is well known for many different reasons. For one, there's the fact that it is the largest cinematic universe to ever exist, and it's something many studios have tried to replicate, yet no one has even come close; the DCEU has come the closest, but its execution is quite messy—just ask Zack Snyder fans. Something else synonymous with Marvel Studios? Secrecy. It's a a common joke around fans how Marvel Studios has snipers trained on its actors during interviews with the press, ready to pull the trigger if any secrets slip through their lips. Obviously, that's an exaggeration, but the company's commitment to keeping its secrets is admirable. ADVERTISEMENT It wouldn't even reveal that a  Black Widow  movie was happening, despite the project having already been filming for several weeks prior to its official announcement. Needless to say, it can get a little intense. Now, Sebastian Stan, the actor behind Bucky Barnes, ...

Moon Knight Star Adds Fuel to Avengers Cameo Rumors

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Moon Knight  is mere days away from its premiere on Disney+, and fans are eager with anticipation. The MCU streaming series features Oscar Isaac as the titular hero and looks to be a darker take on the world of Marvel Studios. Isaac's Marc Spector will be center stage for the first time as he gets tied up in a mystery connected to the gods of Ancient Egypt while grappling with his own demons.  Moon Knight  has been in the works for quite some time now, but audiences are finally getting their first taste of the series as the press releases their thoughts on the first few episodes. These reviews, in advance of the show's official premiere, have been mostly positive with many calling it one of the best Disney+ projects to come from Marvel Studios.  ADVERTISEMENT However, this title seems to be a little different for Marvel as it looks to be relatively standalone when compared to its other MCU endeavors. Isaac's hero is seemingly on his own in th...

Benedict Cumberbatch Debunks Avengers Status of MCU's Doctor Strange

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Benedict Cumberbatch is only a short time away from kicking off Marvel Studios' Phase 4 theatrical efforts with Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness . After appearing in the last two Avengers movies and an Avengers-level solo movie in Spider-Man: No Way Home , the MCU veteran is ready to lead the way in his own massive solo sequel. Doctor Strange 2 will see Strange deal with everything the Multiverse can throw at him, from other-worldly visitors to a Scarlet Witch that's seemingly more powerful than ever. This all comes during a time when the Avengers are largely broken up as a team after defeating Thanos in Avengers: Endgame , and there are no signs pointing to when they may assemble again. ADVERTISEMENT An early synopsis for Doctor Strange 2 teased Strange's status within the Avengers hierarchy, particularly now that Captain America and Iron Man are no longer around for the team. However, Cumberbatch recently revealed that this s...

Marvel Fan Spots Mistake During Avengers: Endgame Funeral Scene

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It's been a fun little game for fans to find little goofs in productions by Disney, such as the brief fan-favorite cameo of "Jeans Guy" seen during an episode of The Mandalorian , which was quickly corrected. However, it seems that Marvel fans from Iron Man to Avengers: Endgame  are either far more attentive or Marvel Studios has had a habit of making more mistakes. Some examples include incomplete makeup on Paul Bettany's Vision in WandaVision in a three-second shot, Don Cheadle's War Machine wearing the wrong armor for a split second in Endgame , and a continuity error involving Stark Tower in Hawkeye . So, it isn't a surprise that Marvel fans have been finding more of these slip-ups, even from films released years ago. ADVERTISEMENT On that note, a recent mistake was noticed due entirely to Disney+ releasing the IMAX versions of Marvel Studios' films, including Marvel's biggest Avengers movie to date. Fan Spotting ...