Marvel Us Disney Episode 41: Spoilers, Box Office Records, and Comic-Con Buzz

Marvel Spotlight Plays Announced

• 🎭 Marvel Entertainment is partnering with Samuel French to create three one-act plays for teenagers, titled "Marvel Spotlight Plays."
• 💡 The comedies include "Squirrel Girl Goes to College," a "Thor and Loki" play, and a "Ms. Marvel" play.

JJ Abrams' Spider-Man Comic and Box Office Milestones

• ✍️ JJ Abrams and his son are writing a new Spider-Man comic book series, set to be released in September, generating significant buzz.
• 💰 "Avengers: Endgame" has surpassed "Avatar" in worldwide box office gross, though "Avatar's" total includes re-releases.
• 📈 "Endgame" is being re-released with additional footage to further solidify its box office record.

San Diego Comic-Con and Future MCU Projects

• 🎤 Marvel Studios is returning to San Diego Comic-Con's Hall H after a hiatus, with plans to reveal details about Phase 4 and upcoming Disney+ shows.
• 🎬 The studio has been intentionally silent on future projects post-"Endgame" to avoid revealing survivor details.
• 🌟 Upcoming projects mentioned include "Doctor Strange 2" and "Spider-Man 2," with anticipation for more in-depth reveals at Comic-Con.

"Black Widow" Movie and Character Speculation

• 🇷🇺 Filming for the "Black Widow" movie is underway, with scenes reportedly shot in Budapest, referencing Natasha and Hawkeye's past.
• ❓ Photos from the set suggest Florence Pugh's character may be Yelena Belova, another Black Widow from the comics.
• 🎬 There were initial concerns that the "Black Widow" script might lead to an R-rated film, but rewrites aimed for a PG-13 rating.

The Art and Ethics of Movie Spoilers

• 🗣️ Tom Holland's on-air spoiler about Tony Stark's death in "Endgame" sparked discussion on spoiler etiquette and promotional timing.
• 📅 The release of the "Spider-Man: Far From Home" trailer shortly after the "Endgame" spoiler embargo lifted suggests a coordinated promotional strategy.
• 🤯 The episode explores the impact of spoilers on iconic movie twists like "The Sixth Sense" and "Planet of the Apes," and the personal reactions to them.
• 🤔 The hosts debate when it's acceptable to discuss movie plot points, especially for content creators, and the listener's responsibility to avoid spoilers if they choose.

Adam Savage's Flying Iron Man Suit and Behind-the-Scenes Tales

• 🚀 Adam Savage is launching a new show, "Savage Builds," featuring a functional, life-size flying Iron Man suit created with thruster technology.
• 🎬 Anecdotes from the visual effects industry are shared, including Adam Savage's experience with fake body parts and Greg Nicotero's bloody airport security encounter.
• 💡 These stories highlight the dedication and unique challenges faced by professionals in special effects and prop creation.