Key Insights
- Marvel Studios has announced plans for three untitled movies in 2028.
- The year 2028 marks a significant milestone with Marvel Studios’ 20th anniversary.
- A reboot of the X-Men and a Young Avengers film are potential titles for 2028.
Marvel Studios has produced over 30 films in the past two decades, establishing a cinematic realm that has significantly increased the popularity of superhero films. Nevertheless, 2028 holds the possibility of being Marvel Studios’ most monumental year yet for various reasons.
Since launching, Marvel Studios has witnessed numerous historic moments. In 2012, they executed a successful crossover, five years in the making, by releasing The Avengers, which marked the conclusion of the first phase in the MCU. In 2019, they shattered box office records with Captain Marvel, which surpassed one billion dollars, and Avengers: Endgame, which briefly held the title of highest-grossing film ever. Marvel’s diversity in content peaked in 2021, featuring four feature films (Black Widow, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Eternals, and Spider-Man: No Way Home) alongside five Disney+ series (WandaVision, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Loki, What If…?, and Hawkeye). With no signs of halting, 2028 promises to be a landmark year for the studio.
Marvel Unveils 3 Films Slated for 2028
Even though Marvel Studios has outlined its upcoming film slate through 2026, the studio has also announced unconfirmed titles for 2028. According to ComicBook.com, Disney has added three unnamed Marvel films to their release schedule for 2028. This exciting news comes alongside the unfortunate delay of Marvel’s Blade reboot, which has been taken off the release calendar, probably due to its rocky development.
The scheduled release dates for the new Marvel films in 2028 include:
- February 18, 2028
- May 5, 2028
- November 10, 2028
This typical release schedule aligns with Marvel’s strategy of placing films around major holidays, like May (Summer movie season) and November (Thanksgiving). While having three films in one year doesn’t appear shocking on its own, the year 2028 carries additional significance.
MCU Commemorates 20 Years
The year 2028 is pivotal for Marvel Studios as it commemorates two decades since its establishment. The inaugural film of the MCU, Iron Man, premiered in May 2008, quickly followed by The Incredible Hulk in June of the same year. Marvel’s tenth-anniversary celebrations in 2018 included a trio of film releases: Black Panther, Avengers: Infinity War, and Ant-Man and the Wasp. Notably, Black Panther set a notable record by becoming the first superhero film nominated for the Best Picture Academy Award, while Avengers: Infinity War held the title of the highest-grossing film of 2018.
Marvel Studios also honored its tenth anniversary with a variety of initiatives. In 2018, they released a special photo book, Marvel Studios: The First Ten Years, cataloging the decade of films with interviews and photographs. A memorable event included a class photo featuring 80 stars and filmmakers, including Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Tom Holland, Scarlett Johansson, Elizabeth Olsen, and others. During the anniversary gathering, President Kevin Feige gave a toast saying, “It’s been 10 years of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Here’s to another decade.”With the impending anniversary, reflections on the previous ten years indicate that 2028 could bring an even grander celebration for Marvel Studios.
Forecasting Marvel’s 2028 Releases
While the new Marvel Studios film dates have been confirmed, their respective titles remain under wraps. Currently, Marvel’s future slate has been disclosed until 2026, which includes Captain America: Brave New World, Thunderbolts*, and The Fantastic Four: First Steps set for 2025. Furthermore, Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars are expected to hit theaters in 2026 and 2027, respectively. Some unannounced MCU films are also anticipated before 2028, possibly featuring Tom Holland’s fourth Spider-Man installment and a potential sequel to Shang-Chi. With several years ahead, Marvel has room to determine what will fill its 2028 slots, but several likely candidates come to mind.
Reboot of the X-Men in the MCU
Among the confirmed projects for the MCU is an X-Men reboot. Marvel Studios has begun laying the groundwork for this reboot as seen in the Deadpool & Wolverine crossover. With the acquisition of Fox by Disney, Deadpool & Wolverine marked the first instance where the MCU integrated characters from the X-Men franchise and served as a tribute to that film saga. Should the MCU’s next phase, post-Multiverse Saga, transition to the long-discussed Mutant Saga, unveiling the X-Men film in 2028 would be quite fitting. This timeline would provide Marvel the opportunity to slowly introduce individual X-Men characters in standalone films, culminating in a team-up project perfect for the studio’s 20th anniversary and marking the beginning of a new era.
Introducing the Young Avengers
Another project that could epitomize Marvel’s efforts from 2018 to 2028 is a film centered around the Young Avengers. In recent years, Marvel Studios has made strides in establishing key characters that comprise the Young Avengers through its films and Disney+ series. These include Kate Bishop, who shone in Hawkeye, America Chavez from Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, and Kamala Khan, who starred in her own series, Ms. Marvel, and later in The Marvels. Recently, fans got a glimpse of Billy Kaplan (Wiccan) in Agatha All Along. The post-credits scene in The Marvels subtly hinted at a future Young Avengers gathering, and 2028 presents a prime opportunity to officially introduce this next wave of young heroes into the MCU.
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