The Marvel Cinematic Universe is not what it used to be. Although the statements might be hurtful, there have never been so many delays in a Marvel film before as Mahershala Ali’s upcoming MCU film Blade.
It’s not just about the infinite delays though, it feels as if the MCU has dropped its standards after the events of Avengers: Endgame. With people getting hurt by these Marvel updates, fans are not liking the news of Mahershala Ali’s delayed film!
Marvel And Mahershala Ali’s Blade Gets Delayed… Again
Although it could be taken in a good sense that the MCU doesn’t want to release an unfinished product, the fans are also tired now. With the world having learned not to rush things for a release (*cough* Cyberpunk 2077), the MCU probably wants their films to be actually entertaining for the audience.
Taking the rumors to X (formerly Twitter), an outlet alleged that Mahershala Ali’s Blade has been delayed again. With the film having an original release date of 7 November 2025, there are reports that the date has been pushed back to 2026!
‘BLADE’ starring Mahershala Ali is reportedly heading towards a 2026 release date.
It’s currently set to release on Nov. 7, 2025.
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— Cosmic Marvel (@cosmic_marvel) May 3, 2024
Well, judging from what people replied in the comments, it seems that they are not so impressed with the update!
this movie is cooked. I can’t even count how many times this has been delayed
— Zay⚡️ (@rollupmywrist) May 4, 2024
just cancel the movie at this point😭it's been like 4 years
— Gimlee (@Gimlee2k) May 3, 2024
Welp just scrap it dudes about to be 60
— MarQ Simms (@ThewealthGoat) May 3, 2024
He’s gonna be Wesley Snipes age by the time this comes out
— tjm (@TMundy_15) May 4, 2024
He’s about to age out of the role 😂
— Nacho (@NachoKingLLN) May 4, 2024
Lmao this movie is cursed I swear
— Robenson BADETTE (@IchigoK25997) May 4, 2024
When this movie finally comes out 13 years from now it's gonna be ass
— JustinTheAmbassador (@J_eclipseercise) May 4, 2024
Even through these delays and numerous alleged updates, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has some exquisite offers on board. In more recent news, John Wick director Chad Stahelski wants to join the MCU and he wants to hop on board the Blade train!
John Wick Director Chad Stahelski Wishes To Join Blade!
Chad Stahelski is a renowned director known for directing the iconic John Wick franchise over the years. With action and stunt scenes, Stahelski found fame for himself. In a recent interview, the director revealed to Josh Horowitz on the Happy Sad Confused Podcast that even though he loves the Star Wars franchise, he would like to join the MCU as Blade‘s director!
“I’m a Star Wars guy, like the first Star Wars changed my life course. Maybe someday out there, Disney, if you’re listening. I’d take a swing at that. I challenge you to see if Disney could survive me.”
He further continued,
“[For Marvel], of all the things out there, I’d take a swing at Blade in a second. Like that’s one that gets under my skin, like ‘Ah! I’d take a swing at that one.’”
Well, it seems that Stahelski is indeed a great choice for a director, especially for the upcoming Blade film. With Mahershala Ali portraying the lead role of the vampire hunter, the film could be done better with some action and stunt scenes from the minds of Chad Stahelski.
Although there are numerous controversies, plans, and, delays, nothing can be confirmed or denied about the Blade film as of now. It all comes down to whether the delays were worth it when the film releases or will it just be another Eternals for the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
