While covering the Marvel press line for The Nerds of Color at NYCC 2025, I had the opportunity to speak with MCU veteran Paul Bettany about VisionQuest, which will serve as the conclusion of the WandaVision and Agatha All Along trilogy. The new series will premiere in 2026 on Disney+.
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If you went on Disney+ last night and played the first episode of Agatha All Along from the very beginning, you were treated to a nice surprise. That surprise has since gone public as Marvel Studios has officially unveiled its slate of upcoming Disney+ releases, including new looks at Daredevil: Born Again, Ironheart, and Wonder Man!
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Kathryn Hahn is back as Agatha Harkness in Marvel Television’s Agatha All Along, which will premiere at 6 PM PT/9 PM ET with its first two episodes on September 18.
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It’s no surprise that the strikes have more or less caused major motion picture studios to re-strategize and re-asses their release schedules for the coming year. And naturally, with a franchise as interwoven and high profile as the MCU, Marvel Studios is being forced to do the same. This week, news was officially announced that four huge films, Deadpool 3, Captain America: Brave New World, Blade, and Phase 5 capper Thunderbolts would all be affected by the strikes.
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It seems these days I start out every MCU review with some comments about how we’re in an era where “the death of Marvel” is prominently in the zeitgeist. And sure, a damning article from Variety and some online chatter, along with some lukewarm or worse receptions for certain projects here and there would have you think such a thing is imminent. Perhaps it’s true. Or perhaps it’s audience or critical cynicism at its worst.
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Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is continuing to possess the box office, officially becoming the highest grossing movie of 2022 worldwide and domestic in the past two weeks. But on the heels of that massive success, Disney is looking to cast that same spell over the Disney+ platform, officially announcing the streaming date for the blockbuster.
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Keith and Britney dive deep into the Multiverse after a brief detour to the Field of Reeds to break down the Moon Knight finale and review Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. They also share thoughts on the latest Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer and mourn the passing of iconic comic book artist, George Perez.
The madness has begun! Earlier this week, members of the press, including The Nerds of Color, were invited to partake in the press conference for the highly anticipated Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
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Guess what nerds! In-person interviews are back! And for our first one, in what seems like forever, we’re taking you into the heart of the MCU Multiverse with Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness stars, Benedict Wong and Xochitl Gomez!
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Ever since audiences were introduced to the multiverse in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, storytellers had to figure out a way to incorporate that into future storylines. With Marvel’s Loki and Spider-Man: No Way Home, it made sense to include multiple worlds and versions of our favorite characters, while also providing a little bit of fan service along the way.
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Tickets are now officially on sale for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. I know I’m super psyched about this one! Do you have your tickets yet?
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This Wednesday, April 6, your tickets to The Multiverse will be available! Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness hits theaters May 6 and fans are super excited to uncover all of the insane secrets that await them! In anticipation of this Marvel Studios has released a new spot for the next highly anticipated installment in the MCU!
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With apologies to 2Pac, Keith, Dominic, and Britney untangle the multiverse of theories emerging out of the Doctor Strange Super Bowl trailer. But that’s not all! In this news-packed episode, the Hard NOC crew also discuss the Boba Fett finale, the Oscar nominations, the DC Films sizzle reel, and more!
Get ready to enter a new dimension of Strange! During the Super Bowl today, Marvel Studios proudly touted its new trailer for the Sam Raimi-directed Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. And. It. Is. Trippy! I’m incredibly psyched!
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It’s that time again, folks! A new Marvel Studios trailer means a new breakdown. Now that everyone’s had a chance to see the trailer, let’s put on our conspiracy theory hats, and discover some sorcerer-sized secrets! We’re breaking down the Multiverse of Madness trailer!
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Doctor Strange will return! We’ve seen these words before; first in 2016 after the Sorcerer Supreme’s original solo adventure, and perhaps more recently as well. And as they’re known to do, Marvel Studios has delivered on this promise.
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Happy Disney+ Day everyone! Now I know there’s been a TON of fun news dropped today (I mean who else is excited for Sneakerella, amiright? Anyone? Okay.) But amid all the dozens of announcements the streaming platform has made today, I think it’s safe to say the ones that were the most anticipated were the Marvel Studios announcements that were made.
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Keith, Britney, and Dominic rant about who won — but more importantly, who didn’t — during the Emmy Awards last night. Then, they break down the new Hawkeye trailer and recap the latest episode of What If.
Warning: Spoiler alert for the first episode of Loki
When WandaVision premiered, fans speculated that the series Big Bad was going to be Mephisto, a devil-like demon from Hell, and stuck with the idea that he will eventually be introduced to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. When he did not appear in WandaVision, many fans hope for the red devil were lost until the premiere of Marvel’s new series Loki. Obviously, when the first episode of Loki dropped – fans observed every little detail – including a scene which featured TVA agent Mobius (Owen Wilson) traveling to a crime scene where TVA soldiers were found killed. He proceeded to ask a young child who was present on who killed the men in the church. The child then pointed to a stained glass of a devil.
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Behold and enjoy The NOC’s Upcoming Marvel Studios Slate Tracker! Your Nerds of Color source for all upcoming projects and release dates for the Marvel Cinematic Universe!
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Kevin Feige, you sly dawg! Earlier today Marvel Studios dropped a very inspiring video commemorating our return to the movies. And as wonderful as it was to see footage from our favorite films within the MCU legacy, they rewarded everyone who watched it with a truckload of very cool updates about their slate coming between now and 2023. Before we break down what all of it means, watch the video first and get hyped:
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Keith and Britney share their favorite moments from Disney+’s WandaVision making-of special before revealing what’s Nerd Poppin’ this week. For Britney, she’s reading all the books in the Star Wars: The High Republic publishing initiative. Meanwhile, Keith has seen The Snyder Cut and gives his semi-spoilery opinion of Zack Snyder’s Justice League.
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Dominic, Keith , are joined by new recurring co-host (and friend of the NOC) Britney Monae! Together, they break down the series finale of WandaVision, review Disney’s latest animated adventure Raya and the Last Dragon, and more!
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