The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) captivates us with its vast and ever-expanding world and thrilling superhero stories. Now, as we are heading into Phase 6, Jonathan Majors’ Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and Avengers: Secret Wars are two of the most anticipated movies. Now on board will be the former’s new screenwriter, according to Marvel Studios.
The screenplay for Marvel Studios’ Avengers: The Kang Dynasty has been assigned to Michael Waldron. He will now pen both of the Avengers sequels. Previously, he was slated to pen Avengers: Secret Wars, the chapter that would come after Avengers: The Kang Dynasty.
The hint at Kang’s continuing significance within the Marvel universe in this intriguing update will no doubt keep fans’ expectations for Avengers: Secret Wars high. Additionally, confirming the news with an insider who attests to Majors’ future in the MCU.
Will Kang the Conqueror Return to the MCU?
Marvel comics have featured Kang the Conqueror for a long time, a powerful and multifaceted time-traveling foe. As a crafty strategist and a recurring villain of the Avengers, Kang adds a unique dynamic to the MCU. With the upcoming Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, this iconic antagonist will be brought to the forefront, setting the stage for an epic battle against the forces of evil.
Michael Waldron has been hired to write Marvel Studios’ Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, according to Deadline. Besides penning the screenplay for Avengers: Secret Wars, which was originally slated to be the follow-up to Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, Waldron will now pen both of the Avengers movies. Jonathan Majors will reprise his role as Kang the Conqueror.
Marvel’s Avengers: Kang Dynasty is scheduled to open in theaters on May 1, 2026, in the summer. This gives Waldron ample time to write a screenplay while the search for a director gets underway. Avengers: Secret Wars is scheduled to be released on May 7, 2027. The status of both of these films has been speculated about beyond their directors.
This is due to the fact that Majors has already portrayed the title supervillain Kang—in multiple roles on the Disney+ series Loki and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. Moreover, the actor’s future with Marvel has been called into question due to his trial regarding accusations of alleged domestic abuse.
Insider Confirms Jonathan Majors’ MCU Future; Fans Reactions
Many fans predicted that Kang’s (Jonathan Majors) storyline would be sidelined in Avengers: Secret Wars. However, with the announcement of a new screenwriter for Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, these concerns can be put to rest. Marvel Studios’ decision suggests a conscious effort to maintain Kang’s character arc while offering a fresh perspective on the next plot. According to Industry Insider, this is “another proof” that Majors’ MCU future is confirmed:
Another proof they’re not dropping Kang https://t.co/Bi1fhV7ZzD
— Daniel Richtman (@DanielRPK) November 27, 2023
This piques fans’ interest in the ways that Majors might impact upcoming MCU projects, in addition to keeping them enthused about Kang’s current story arc. Let us see how this update is received by the fans. One stated:
Pivoting to Doom does not equate to dropping Kang. It means we get some more Kang, but will shift to Doom by Secret Wars.
— Chillin in the Basement (@hetch75) November 27, 2023
Another has hope, saying:
I hope they really don’t. Although Majors may have done what he’s accused of I still have interest in his character
— Hellspawn🔞 (@hergo_he) November 28, 2023
One praised Majors, adding:
Good. Jonathan Majors is excellent in the role and I’m excited to see him take charge!
— Stopmotion Samurai (@StopmotionSam22) November 28, 2023
Another chimed:
Jonathan majors is so good. It would be a shame to waste his role
— Disabled color pallet (@PalletDisabled) November 28, 2023
One claimed:
Whoever thought they was is just delusional lol it’s kang and he is coming
— MN|CM (@LordKonshu) November 27, 2023
Although the news of a new screenwriter for Avengers: The Kang Dynasty may come as a surprise to some, it clearly shows Marvel Studios’ dedication to bringing Kang’s story to upcoming projects. The Marvel Cinematic Universe holds countless wonders that we can’t wait to discover, and our excitement for the release of Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and Avengers: Secret Wars only grows.
The release dates for Avengers: Secret Wars and Avengers: The Kang Dynasty are May 7, 2027, and May 1, 2026, respectively.
