‘Taking the tone back to Captain America movies’: Secret Invasion Trailer’s Dark ‘The Winter Soldier’ Vibe Convinces Fans the Show Will Be a Hit

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The Marvel Cinematic Universe has broadened its scope with the help of Disney+ and its many original series. The latest Secret Invasion trailer has renewed interest among viewers because of the show’s distinct style and tone. The trailer has a grim, realistic atmosphere that calls to mind the Captain America films, especially The Winter Soldier.

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Many Marvel Cinematic Universe fans have voiced their approval of the franchise’s recent shift in tone. Secret Invasion has all the makings of another Marvel smash, from the political drama to the action-packed set pieces.

Secret Invasion: the Trailer

Emilia Clarke in Secret Invasion
Emilia Clarke in Secret Invasion

With the Skrulls still posing a danger to Earth, the new trailer for Secret Invasion hints at a gloomy and suspenseful tone for the series. The trailer introduces new characters like Emilia Clarke’s Abigail, Olivia Colman’s Sonya Falsworth, and Kingsley Ben-Adir’s Gravik.

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Secret Invasion will be a “pretty dark” departure from the typical MCU fare, as teased by Martin Freeman, who will also feature in the series as Everett K. Ross. An emphasis on espionage and the infiltration of a dangerous adversary is also apparent in the trailer, suggesting that the series may have a similar tone to Captain America: The Winter Soldier.

Nick Fury
Nick Fury

Secret Invasion also features engaging character interactions, which will appeal to fans. Smulders has suggested that Maria Hill and Nick Fury will have a different dynamic in the new show, while Jackson has hinted at Fury’s vulnerability.

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Fans React on Twitter About Upcoming Disney+ Series

Fans’ reactions on Twitter have seen an uptick in posts from fans proclaiming their love for the upcoming series. Many Marvel Cinematic Universe fans agree that this film’s dark tone is strikingly identical to Captain America: The Winter Soldier.

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Similarly, other users have also expressed their interest since the trailer dropped.

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The MCU has been successful because it has used various styles and tones across its media. Marvel has successfully appealed to a wide audience by producing many films, from comedies like Ant-Man to epic space symphonies like Guardians of the Galaxy.

Olivia Coleman in Secret Invasion
Olivia Coleman in Secret Invasion

However, Marvel’s willingness to attempt new things with the darker and grittier tone of The Winter Soldier and now Secret Invasion is encouraging. Their willingness to try new things makes it interesting for viewers. With the Secret Invasion storyline, Marvel sets up a significant event in the Marvel Comics universe.

Now that the Skrulls have been established as Earth’s allies, Marvel has endless avenues to explore with this plot. It’s possible that the Skrulls have infiltrated Earth for a long time and that some fan-favorite figures will be Skrulls all along.

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It’s also possible that the Skrulls’ ultimate goal is to conquer Earth, in which case the MCU’s protagonists will have to work together to stop them. Whatever the case, Secret Invasion looks to bring a lot of fun and excitement to the MCU.

Secret Invasion will be available to stream on Disney+ from June 21, 2023.

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Mabel, aka MJ, is a FandomWire Sr. Writer, pop-culture fanatic, and an MA in Health Demography holder. When she's not indulging in her guilty pleasure of penning everything Hollywood, Marvel & DC, she writes academic essays on COVID-19 and HIV/AIDS. With 2500+ articles published online, she brings a unique twist to entertainment writing. A jack-of-all-trades, MJ enjoys movies, writes/acts in plays, writes music, and dreams of being a successful actress. She offers a fresh perspective, making her writing a must-read for those seeking knowledge and entertainment.