Marvel has confirmed two directors for ‘Avengers: Secret Wars.’ According to reports, the directors set to helm “Secret Wars” are either Alfonso Cuarón (known for Gravity and Children of Men) or Sam Raimi (known for Spider-Man and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness). It has been reported that Michael Waldron, originally slated to write the script for the film, is no longer involved.

Marvel Studios Remains Silent on ‘Secret Wars’ Director Amid Production Delays

Marvel Studios has not provided any confirmation or comments regarding the selection of a director for “Secret Wars.” They have temporarily halted production on several upcoming projects, including ‘Deadpool 3,’ the ‘Blade‘ reboot, and ‘Fantastic Four,’ due to ongoing strikes.

It was also reported that ‘Avengers: Secret Wars’ is likely setting up a soft reboot for the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) within Earth-199999. Serving as a send-off to both the Fox-Verse and the existing MCU, leading to the introduction of a new and different MCU. The film is the 42nd installment in the MCU, serving as the final chapter of Phase Six and The Multiverse Saga. See more details on Secret Wars.

Hugh Jackman has been officially confirmed to reprise his role as Wolverine in ‘Avengers: Secret Wars‘. Before the strikes, Jackman met Kevin Feige to talk about Wolverine in “Secret Wars.” The film picks up after the events of ‘Deadpool 3‘. Kang the Conqueror, played by Jonathan Majors, is set to be the main villain in “Secret Wars.” It’s unclear if the movie will follow the well-known 1980s storyline where the Beyonder brought Marvel characters to Battleworld. That storyline had a big impact, leading to Venom’s creation.

‘Avengers: Secret Wars’ hits theaters on May 7, 2027.

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