Marvel EP on Creating the World of Echo

The Story of Echo

Marvel's upcoming series Echo follows Maya Lopez as she is on the run from Wilson Fisk's organization after shooting him in the finale of Hawkeye. Returning to her hometown in Oklahoma to escape his reach, she'll be forced to confront her past, including her relationship with Fisk. Maya will also reconnect with her Native American roots and embrace the community and family she left behind.

Maya Lopez aiming a gun in Echo trailer

Echo stars Alaqua Cox, Chaske Spencer, Tantoo Cardinal, Devery Jacobs, Zahn McClarnon, Cody Lightning, and Graham Greene. Vincent D'Onofrio and Charlie Cox return to the MCU, reprising their roles as Wilson Fisk and Matt Murdock, aka Daredevil, respectively. The series was created by Marion Dayre and based on the Echo comics by David Mack and Joe Quesada.

Maya Lopez in image for Phase 5's Echo series

The origin story of Echo revisits Maya Lopez, whose ruthless behavior in New York City catches up with her in her hometown. She must face her past, reconnect with her Native American roots, and embrace the meaning of family and community if she ever hopes to move forward.

Alaqua Cox facing the camera as Maya Lopez in Echo trailer

Collaboration with the Choctaw Nation

In an exclusive interview with Screen Rant, executive producer Richie Palmer discussed the collaboration with the Choctaw Nation to tell Maya's story authentically and respectfully. Palmer highlighted the partnership with Chief Batton and historian Dr. Ian Thompson, emphasizing the efforts to ensure authenticity in the portrayal of Choctaw culture.

Maya Lopez in red light looking at the camera in Echo trailer

Palmer also mentioned the involvement of producer Doug Ridloff, who is deaf, in establishing the visual language of the show. Ridloff's dedication to representing sign language authentically and uniquely for each character added depth to the series.

Wilson Fisk's Kingpin and young Maya Lopez walking away in Echo trailer

Marvel Spotlight and Future Plans

Palmer shared insights on Marvel's intention to explore the Marvel Spotlight banner and bring obscure characters from the Marvel Comics canon to life. The focus is on rich storytelling and the introduction of new characters, expanding the MCU's narrative beyond the familiar faces.

Matt Murdock's Daredevil fighting in Echo trailer

When asked about the possibility of a follow-up season to Echo, Palmer expressed the hope of seeing the characters again in the future, whether in their own show or in someone else's. He also hinted at the potential arc of Wilson Fisk and the expansion of his influence beyond New York.

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Finally, Palmer revealed his personal interest in seeing characters like Nova from the comics receive their own Spotlight series, suggesting the potential for further exploration of lesser-known Marvel characters in the MCU.

Vincent D'Onofrio's Wilson Fisk comforting Maya Lopez in Echo trailer