One Marvel Series Won’t Be Returning Anytime Soon

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is welcoming characters from the Netflix Marvel series, including the iconic Daredevil and The Punisher. However, the popular series Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., which aired on ABC from 2013 to 2020, will not be part of this integration.

Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. enjoyed a successful run over seven seasons, contributing to the broader Marvel narrative alongside Netflix’s offerings such as Daredevil, Jessica Jones, and The Defenders. However, after Marvel Television was absorbed into Marvel Studios under Kevin Feige in 2019, many projects faced cancellation or stagnation. Subsequent to this shift, Marvel Studios regained the rights to the Netflix characters—two years post-cancellation—leading to the development of Daredevil: Born Again, which aims to continue the stories of beloved characters from The Defenders Saga.

There were numerous hopes among fans for a revival of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. or the return of characters like Quake, portrayed by Chloe Bennet. Nonetheless, Marvel editor-in-chief C.B. Cebulski delivered some disappointing news at the Osaka Comic Con. While recognizing the show’s cultural impact, Cebulski stated:

“Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. is a very great show. A beloved show. But right now, there are no plans to continue just yet.”

This comment, while heartfelt, aligns with the longstanding perception of S.H.I.E.L.D. being somewhat sidelined by Marvel Studios. Despite having connections to the MCU, including appearances by key figures like Nick Fury, the cinematic universe largely ignored its developments. The narrative gap widened further upon the realization that Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and the Netflix series were not officially recognized as MCU canon within Marvel Studios’ overarching narrative framework.

Nevertheless, there is a glimmer of hope for the future, particularly with the ongoing Multiverse Saga in the MCU. With Daredevil: Born Again hinting at the inclusion of storylines from its original series, there remains potential for some elements from Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. to be considered as well. While currently it does not hold this status, the shifting landscape of the Marvel universe keeps the door open for possibilities.

Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. can be streamed on Disney Plus for those looking to revisit the series.

Source: The Popverse, GameRant .