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Kevin Feige Reveals MCU’s Anchor Being in Old Interview

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Kevin Feige, leader of Marvel Studios, subtly revealed last year who the foundation character of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is, and it’s hardly unexpected. User @hermandy_s shared an interview where Feige was publicizing the summer blockbuster from last year, [movie title], and the studio head explicitly mentioned that Iron Man serves as the foundation character for the MCU, the character that anchors their reality.

In a recent interview, Marvel Cinematic Universe chief Kevin Feige acknowledged that Iron Man, who has been played by Robert Downey Jr. since 2008’s “Iron Man,” is the cornerstone character for the MCU. Speaking about this in an interview posted on X, Feige stated, “After the release of ‘Logan,’ a fantastic film, we were busy working on ‘Infinity War‘ and ‘Endgame.’ I was striving to bring our main character’s journey to a satisfying conclusion with ‘Logan’ serving as an inspiration for us.” The 2017 film “Logan” marked the end of Wolverine (portrayed by Hugh Jackman) and Professor X (played by Patrick Stewart).

As we progressed with this film over the years, even dealing with the concept of the multiverse, Feige commented that many had considered it an impossible task. However, in 2019’s [movie title], fans witnessed the extraordinary sacrifice of Tony Stark/Iron Man for the universe’s well-being.

Phase Six Directors Tease New Sequel Films

Fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe won’t completely bid farewell to Downey, since he is set to appear in the forthcoming titles “ ” and “Avengers: Secret Wars.

The pair, who are returning for the Phase Six films, have shared some insights about what fans can anticipate from the upcoming movies, slated for release in 2026 and 2027. Hinting at an even more exciting experience, they suggested that these new installments might surpass their predecessors in scale and quality.

Indeed, our aim is to surpass the earlier versions of ourselves,” Joe Russo expressed. “We need to be correct because we must elevate those films in some way, or at the very least provide an experience that’s equally captivating,” he added.

Avengers Endgame (2019)

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The Last 2 Avengers Movies Made Big $

The duo face a significant challenge in the upcoming series of movies, as the “Infinity War” trilogy surpassed $2 billion globally and “Endgame” exceeded $2.7 billion. Director Anthony Russo is confident that the sequels will meet expectations and match the excitement surrounding them.

Anthony Russo stated that these films present a remarkable chance for us all, as well as for the viewers. Consequently, we’re making every effort to ensure the experience matches everyone’s high expectations.

In the upcoming Phase Six series of films, the Avengers team will undergo a fresh makeover, facing off against Doctor Doom. It’s anticipated that Anthony Mackie will spearhead this new era, stepping into the shoes left by Iron Man. Additionally, these films are expected to bring back Doctor Strange, portrayed by Benedict Cumberbatch, and there are whispers about Spider-Man and Black Panther joining the sequel movies as well.

The movie titled “Avengers: Doomsday” is scheduled to hit theaters on May 1, 2026. Meanwhile, you can stream the “Iron Man” series on Disney+.

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2025-05-03 18:51

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