Marvelous Disney Podcast: Sony's Spider-Verse, Victoria Alonso Settlement, and Deadpool 3 Casting

Sony's Spider-Man Universe Updates

• 🎬 Sony screened teaser trailers at CinemaCon, including a glimpse of Rhino transforming, with Alizandro Navola potentially playing the role.
• 💥 The trailer for Kraven the Hunter was shown, featuring an R-rated, gory, and violent tone, with Aaron Taylor-Johnson in the lead.
• 🕸️ Sony also showcased 14 minutes of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, which is set a year after the first film.

Victoria Alonso Settlement and Book Delay

• ⚖️ Victoria Alonso, former president of Marvel Studios' physical and post-production, received a multi-million dollar settlement from Disney.
• 📚 Her memoir, "Possibility Is Your Superpower," originally slated for May 2nd, has been delayed to September 4th, 2024, with speculation about redacted content.

Deadpool 3 and Wolverine's Return

• Wolverine's return in Deadpool 3 was a six-year effort by Ryan Reynolds, who persuaded Hugh Jackman to reprise the role.
• 🟡 There's a strong desire for Wolverine to wear his classic yellow costume in Deadpool 3, differentiating him from his Logan portrayal.
• 🎬 Production for Deadpool 3 is set to begin May 22nd, shooting in London and Vancouver.

Jonathan Majors Allegations and MCU Impact

• ⚠️ Additional women have come forward with domestic violence allegations against Jonathan Majors.
• 🎥 The allegations, including one from a former Marvel Studios employee (movement coach on Ant-Man 3), put Disney and Marvel in a difficult position regarding his future roles, particularly in Avengers: The Kang Dynasty.
• 💰 Majors' reported payday for Kang Dynasty is $20 million, raising concerns about the studio's investment versus employee protection.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and MCU Casting

• 🚀 Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 promotion includes cross-promotions with Honey Nut Cheerios and events at Disneyland Paris.
• 🗣️ A new logline reveals Rocket's past and a dangerous mission to save his life, potentially ending the Guardians as they are known.
• 🔞 Peter Quill drops the first uncensored F-bomb in MCU history in Guardians Vol. 3.
• 💰 Rumors suggest Vin Diesel received $54 million for voicing Groot across multiple projects, though James Gunn denied the specific amount.
• 🌟 Scarlett Johansson has stated she is done playing Black Widow and will not return for upcoming Avengers projects.
• ❓ Gwyneth Paltrow is open to returning as Pepper Potts, noting her character did not die.
• 🕷️ Several Spider-Man films are now available on Disney Plus, with more expected, indicating complex negotiations with Sony.
• 👨‍🔬 Adam Driver is reportedly in talks to play Mr. Fantastic in the upcoming Fantastic Four film, shifting focus from casting Sue Storm first.
• 👩‍💼 Actresses like Vanessa Kirby, Mila Kunis, Allison Williams, and Jodie Comer are being considered for Sue Storm.
• 🎬 Jessica Alba reflected on her negative experience filming Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer, particularly a scene requiring her to get naked to turn invisible.

Podcast and Other Updates

• 🎙️ The "32nd Street" podcast discusses celebrity spokespeople and the impact of "anti-spokespersons" whose careers go awry.
• 🎧 Other podcasts from Jim Hill Media include "Disney Dish" and "Fine Tuning."