Upcoming Marvel: All You Need to Know About New MCU Releases

Marvel Phase 6: Every Upcoming Marvel Movie and Show

Marvel Phase 6 is officially underway, marking a new era for the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). With the release of The Fantastic Four: First Steps in UK cinemas and set to debut in the US on July 25, 2025, the MCU continues to expand at an unprecedented pace. This phase promises a mix of blockbuster films, animated series, and TV shows that will keep fans engaged for years to come.

Confirmed Releases for Marvel Phase 6

Here’s a list of confirmed projects scheduled for Marvel Phase 6:

• July 25, 2025: Fantastic Four: First Steps
• August 6, 2025: Eyes of Wakanda
• October 3, 2025: Marvel Zombies
• December 2025: Wonder Man
• July 24, 2026: Spider-Man 4 (titled Spider-Man: Brand New Day)
• December 18, 2026: Avengers: Doomsday
• December 17, 2027: Avengers: Secret Wars
• February 18, 2028: Untitled movie
• May 5, 2028: Untitled movie
• November 10, 2028: Untitled movie

Details on Key Projects

Fantastic Four: First Steps

Set for release in July 2025, this film introduces the iconic superhero family without requiring prior knowledge of the MCU. Pedro Pascal stars as Reed Richards, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm. The story sets up events leading into Avengers: Doomsday, making it essential viewing for fans.

Eyes of Wakanda

This animated series explores the history of Wakanda and its warriors tasked with retrieving dangerous Vibranium artifacts. The trailer suggests a visually stunning experience, offering a fresh perspective on the world of Black Panther.

Marvel Zombies

A spin-off of What If...?, this series brings undead versions of Marvel characters to life. It features appearances from Ghost, Abomination, Captain Marvel, and others, with a TV-MA rating for more mature content.

Wonder Man

Starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as the titular character, this series is produced by Destin Daniel Cretton. It delves into the comic book history of the character, who has had a complex relationship with the Avengers over the years.

Other Upcoming Marvel Projects

Daredevil: Born Again Season 2

Filming began in March 2025, with a 2026 release expected. Fans are eager for updates, but no official date has been announced yet.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day

Tom Holland returns as Spider-Man in Spider-Man 4, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton. Production starts in summer 2025, with Sadie Sink joining the cast. While Zendaya's return is uncertain, fans speculate about new love interests like Gwen Stacey or Black Cat.

Avengers: Doomsday

Directed by the Russo brothers, this film sees Robert Downey Jr. playing Doctor Doom. Originally titled Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, the project was reworked after Jonathan Majors' departure. The film aims to rival Avengers: Endgame in scale and impact.

Avengers: Secret Wars

Set for December 2027, this highly anticipated film draws inspiration from the comic book event where heroes and villains clash. It is part of the Multiverse Saga and is expected to be a major milestone in the MCU.

Speculative Projects

While not officially confirmed, several projects are speculated to be in development:

• Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Season 2: Renewed for a second and third season, production is well underway.
• Armor Wars: A film featuring Don Cheadle as War Machine, set to follow the events of Secret Invasion.
• Black Panther 3: Denzel Washington is set to star, with Ryan Coogler developing the story.
• Blade: Mahershala Ali is set to play the title character, though the project remains uncertain.
• Shang-Chi 2: Expected to be part of Phase 6, with Destin Daniel Cretton involved in its development.
• Wakanda Spin-off: Ryan Coogler is working on a new Disney Plus series focusing on Wakanda.
• Nova: A potential movie or series centered around the cosmic hero Nova.
• Star-Lord Movie/TV Show: Chris Pratt may return for a special project, though James Gunn’s involvement is unclear.
• Vision Series: Paul Bettany returns as Vision in a Disney Plus show helmed by Terry Matalas.
• X-Men Movie: Work has begun on a new X-Men film, with Michael Lesslie writing the script.

These upcoming projects highlight the vast and evolving landscape of the MCU. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the universe, there's something for everyone in the next chapter of Marvel's storytelling.