Marvel Cinematic Universe Rumor Round-Up: Galactus Casting, AVENGERS 5 Characters, Scrapped PHOTON Series, and Beyond

Marvel Cinematic Universe Rumor Round-Up: Galactus Casting, AVENGERS 5 Characters, Scrapped PHOTON Series, and Beyond

27th Apr 2024

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As we wrap up another week, the Marvel Cinematic Universe is stirring up fresh rumours about its upcoming projects. While the news cycle has been a bit quiet lately, there’s still plenty to discuss.

Avengers Five

The highly anticipated Avengers 5, formerly known as Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, is on the horizon. Despite Jonathan Majors’ departure, Kang is expected to remain a pivotal figure. However, Marvel Studios seems to be reworking some key elements of the plot.

Smaller Avenger Team

According to insider Daniel Richtman, the studio has honed in on a new direction for the story. Interestingly, it appears the lineup of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes will be more streamlined than anticipated, with a focus on a smaller team.

Previous Avenger Actors

While new characters are rumoured to join the fray, don’t count on seeing The Fantastic Four make their debut. Reports suggest that actors from previous Avengers films have been instructed to clear their schedules, hinting at significant developments.

Galactus Casting/Silver Surfer

Meanwhile, attention is turning to Marvel’s First Family. Richtman hints that Galactus, the cosmic entity of immense power, is nearing casting completion. While Javier Bardem was previously a strong contender, rumours suggest other actors may also be in the mix. The unexpected casting of Julia Garner as Silver Surfer underscores the unpredictable nature of Marvel’s casting decisions. Stay tuned for more updates as these rumours continue to unfold.

Photo Series Cancelled

The future of The Marvels trio in the MCU remains uncertain following the film’s lackluster box office performance. Reports suggest that a Disney+ series centred on Monica Rambeau/Photon was in the works before the movie’s release, but plans have since shifted, with her story set to unfold in another project.

X-Men 97

On a brighter note, Disney+’s X-Men ’97 revival has been a runaway success, prompting Marvel to explore the possibility of multiple seasons to satisfy fans’ growing appetite for animated superhero content.

In more speculative news, rumors abound regarding a potential Avengers vs. X-Men movie in development. While the idea of such an epic showdown is tantalizing, it’s worth taking this rumor with a grain of salt, considering the uncertain future of the X-Men in the MCU.