All the Latest on Avengers Secret Wars

To keep you up to date with the latest happenings in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), here's everything we currently know about Avengers: Secret Wars. From release date and trailer updates to cast and plot speculation, we have you covered. It's been over three years since Avengers Endgame, the monumental conclusion to the Infinity Saga and one of the highest-grossing movies ever.

Every Avengers film has earned over $1 billion in revenue. However, the upcoming phases of the Marvel Cinematic Universe face the daunting task of matching this level of success. Only time will tell if they can generate the same frenzy, speculation, and emotional connection.

Under development is Avengers: Secret Wars, the second installment of the two forthcoming Avengers movies. Here is what we currently know about the film, including its release date, potential trailer updates, cast members, and plot details.

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Avengers Secret Wars release date: When is it coming out?

Avengers: Secret Wars was originally scheduled to release on May 1, 2026. However, Disney made significant changes to its movie schedule in June 2023, resulting in the release date being moved forward to May 7, 2027.

Avengers: The Kang Dynasty will be the second of two Avengers movies in Phase Six. It is the fifth confirmed movie in the MCU's Phase Six, along with Blade, Thunderbolts, and Fantastic Four. However, these plans may be subject to change if rumors of The Kang Dynasty being scrapped are true. This speculation arises amidst the controversy surrounding Jonathan Majors and the recent departure of director Daniel Destin Cretton, who has shifted his focus to other projects within the MCU, according to Deadline.

Additionally, fans are speculating that Doctor Doom will replace Majors' titular villain in the upcoming movie. Furthermore, Marvel recently dropped several trademarks, but surprisingly, they decided to keep Avengers: Eternity Wars. This news has left fans wondering if Secret Wars will be moved up in the schedule, potentially followed by Eternity Wars.

We’ll be sure to keep this space updated with any new details.

Is there an Avengers Secret Wars trailer?

At the time of writing, there is no trailer available for Avengers: Secret Wars. Since neither the movie nor its preceding film have entered production yet, it will be some time before any footage is released. However, we will update this space as soon as a trailer becomes available online.

Avengers Secret Wars cast: Who’s in it?

While official cast details are still under wraps, there are numerous plausible predictions to be made. Given that this is an Avengers film, one can anticipate the inclusion of any of the following characters:

Anthony Mackie as Captain America

Sebastian Stan as The Winter Soldier/White Wolf

Tom Holland as Spider-Man

Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner/The Hulk

Chris Hemsworth as Thor

Jeremy Renner as Hawkeye

Don Cheadle as War Machine

Brie Larson as Carol Danvers/Captain Marvel

Paul Rudd as Ant-Man

Benedict Cumberbatch as Doctor Strange

Benedict Wong as Wong

Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff

Tom Hiddleston as Loki

Letitia Wright as Shuri/Black Panther

Danai Gurira as Okoye

Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury

Evangeline Lilly as Hope Van Dyne/The Wasp

Tessa Thompson as Valkyrie

Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova

Tatiana Maslany as Jennifer Walters/She-Hulk

Iman Vellani as Kamala Khan/Ms. Marvel

Teyonah Parris as Monica Rambeau

Oscar Isaac as Marc Spector/Steven Grant/Jake Lockley/Moon Knight

Hailee Steinfeld as Kate Bishop

Gael García Bernal as Jack Russell/Werewolf by Night

Ryan Reynolds as Wade Wilson/Deadpool

Patrick Stewart as Charles Xavier

Simu Liu as Shang-Chi

Owen Wilson will portray Mobius M. Mobius in the upcoming movie. However, there is still uncertainty surrounding the actor set to play Doctor Doom in the MCU. Given his importance as one of the key antagonists in Marvel's history, it is anticipated that a notable actor will be chosen for the role.

James Gunn mentioned that Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 will mark the final appearance of this particular group of Guardians, leaving doubts about their future return. Another significant uncertainty revolves around Jonathan Majors, who portrayed Kang the Conqueror/He Who Remains. Considering Majors' recent controversy and the conclusion of his arc in Loki Season 2, the character's fate within the Marvel Cinematic Universe remains uncertain.

Industry insider Jeff Sneider raised doubts about the possibility of "The Kang Dynasty" happening, considering that Season 2 of Loki may serve as the conclusion of Kang's storyline. However, he acknowledged that there is still ample time to make a decision. Additionally, there is a concern among fans about Marvel potentially bringing back Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr. to reprise their roles as Steve Rogers and Tony Stark.

But considering that the multi-verse arc has been taking over the MCU, it’s possible that any actor who’s ever played a Marvel hero could appear.

Michael Waldron, the writer for Loki and Doctor Strange 2, has been chosen to draft the script for Avengers: Secret Wars. Despite the absence of a director at the moment, there is speculation that Ryan Coogler or even the Russo Brothers might come on board.

Avengers Secret Wars plot: What is it about?

There have been several iterations of Secret Wars storylines in the Marvel comics. The initial crossover took place between 1984 and 1985. This was followed by a sequel called Secret Wars II. In 2004, a standalone story titled Secret War was released, which was not connected to the original narrative. Beyond, a successor to the original series, also exists. Lastly, the Secret Wars event of 2015 completes the lineup of these Marvel comic storylines.

We won't delve into all the specifics, but we'll provide an overview of the original Secret Wars, as certain aspects from it are expected to be incorporated into the film adaptation.

Marvel Comics' Secret Wars has the potential to become an even grander event than the Infinity Saga.

In Secret Wars, Earth's most powerful heroes and villains are transported by a cosmic being called the Beyonder to Battleworld, a specially created planet designed for one purpose: to ignite their battles. The Beyonder addresses those he has taken captive, proclaiming, "I am beyond! Conquer your enemies and everything you desire shall be within your grasp! There is nothing you can imagine that I cannot achieve."

Among the heroic characters involved in this extraordinary event are Spider-Man, Captain America, Captain Marvel, Hawkeye, Iron Man, She-Hulk, Thor, the Wasp, the Hulk, the Fantastic Four, and the X-Men.

There is a diverse range of villains in the film, with Kang the Conqueror, portrayed by Jonathan Majors, and Doctor Doom being the most prominent ones. While Kang's role has been cast, the actor for Doctor Doom is yet to be determined.

Considering the connection between Secret Wars and The Kang Dynasty, it is plausible to anticipate that the latter film will conclude with a cliffhanger where the characters are transported to Battleworld when the heroes appear to have lost all hope. However, Marvel may alter this plan by completely removing Kang from the storyline.

We’ll be sure to keep this post updated as and when new details roll in.

That’s everything we know about Avengers: Secret Wars. In the meantime, check out our other superhero hubs below:

Spider-Man 4, Venom 3, Deadpool 3, X-Men ’97, Captain America: Brave New World, She-Hulk Season 2, What If Season 2, Thor 5, Fantastic Four, Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, Agatha Darkhold Diaries.

Editor's P/S

As a passionate fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), I am eagerly anticipating the release of Avengers: Secret Wars. The first Avengers movie was a cultural phenomenon, grossing over $1 billion at the box office and leaving fans clamoring for more. The subsequent Avengers films have only continued to grow in popularity, with each one earning over $1 billion in revenue.

I believe that Avengers: Secret Wars has the potential to be the biggest and most successful MCU movie yet. The film is set to bring together all of the heroes from the MCU, including Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Hulk, Black Widow, and Hawkeye. The story is also said to be based on the popular Secret Wars comic book storyline, which features a massive battle between the heroes and villains of the Marvel Universe.

I am confident that Avengers: Secret Wars will be a thrilling and emotional rollercoaster that will leave fans satisfied. The film has all the ingredients for success: a great story, an all-star cast, and a talented director. I can't wait to see it!