Sony made a big event out of the Spider-Man: No Way Home trailer premiere and for good reason. It is quite a trailer, revealing (at least) 5 villains from Spidey’s multi-era movie history that are now in the MCU. Doctor Strange seemingly offers a morally ambiguous solution, setting the stage for a philosophical, physical, and metaphysical confrontation with our friendly neighborhood hero. We break down all that we see (and don’t see) in a trailer that made the wait until December 17 feel just a ...
Nov 22, 2021•1 hr 22 min
Disney+ Day 2021 has come and gone without making nearly the impact that it could have. Fans and investors were disappointed by the lack new, concrete information about upcoming projects and when we can expect to see them. There were also plenty of repeat announcements from previous marketing events with little or nothing added. The Twitter thread presentation method also left much to be desired. But it wasn’t all bad and our disappointment about Disney+ Day does not reflect our feelings about w...
Nov 15, 2021•1 hr 59 min
Much has been said and written about Eternals, but now, it's our turn. We break down Eternals, diving deep into its themes and epic ethical dilemmas on a cosmic scale before examining each of the MCU's newest heroes (and antagonists). We also discuss one of the best combinations of mid and post-credits scenes with which Marvel Studios has blessed us. Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook !...
Nov 08, 2021•2 hr 35 min
Marvel Studios has updated its movie release calendar for the umpteenth time in the past 18 months. We'll have to wait a little longer to see Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness with corresponding delays to the rest of the slate. Of course, in a time when new MCU stories are in theaters or on Disney+ as frequently as we see them now, it's hard to be that mad about it. Instead, we're looking forward to Disney+ Day as Sean shares his Top 5 hopes and dreams for what we might see/hear/learn ...
Nov 01, 2021•1 hr 13 min
What if The Watcher broke his oath? The Guardians of the Multiverse would be born! All of the season’s heroes (and villains) come together in a battle for the fate of not just one universe, but all of them. As one story ends, it feels as though others are only beginning, including a potential Captain Carter spinoff. We break down the season finale in this spoiler review! Viva Las Vegas!
Oct 10, 2021•1 hr 23 min
It's one of the biggest mid-credits scenes in superhero movie history, so let's talk about it! We share our thoughts on that last-minute reveal in Venom: Let There Be Carnage!
Oct 06, 2021•53 min
Venom and Eddie Brock are back, creating and confronting Carnage! Venom: Let There Be Carnage is lighting up the box office but is it any good? How does this sequel build on the flawed foundation of the first film? We examine these questions, that mid-credits scene, and more in this spoiler review! Don't worry, we'll have even more to say about the mid-credits scene in another episode coming soon.
Oct 04, 2021•1 hr 20 min
What if Ultron won? Continuity would take a retroactive beating, that’s for sure. What we would also see, though, is a compelling story that amplifies Ultron’s threat level as he becomes aware of universes beyond his own. The Watcher is okay with observing the destruction of one universe at a time, but what about the entire multiverse? It may be time to act. We break it all down in this spoiler review!
Oct 03, 2021•1 hr 20 min
What if Thor were an only child? All rules, including those pertaining to Mjolnir, would go out the window! As troubling as that may be for the keepers of the canon, it’s still a really fun party when Thor, Grandmaster (with foam), Darcy, Loki, Howard the Duck, and others are around. Plus, we get an epic, globe-spanning battle between Captain Marvel and the Par-Tay Prince! We break it all down in this spoiler review!
Sep 27, 2021•1 hr 25 min
What if Killmonger rescued Tony Stark? Killmonger would have achieved his goals in record time. Michael B. Jordan is back as a version of Erik Stevens whose plans are accelerated via a key piece of information that allows him to save and gain the trust of the man who, in this timeline, would never become Iron Man. We break down this incredible episode, featuring another wonderful vocal performance from Chadwick Boseman as T'Challa / Black Panther, in this spoiler review!
Sep 19, 2021•1 hr 21 min
What if Earth's Mightiest Heroes became the Undead's Mightiest Heroes? There would still be Hope, and a vlog. We break down the latest episode of the Marvel Studios animated series, which gave us a new Avengers lineup we loved, and some other things we didn't. Plus, more thoughts on Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings!
Sep 12, 2021•1 hr 45 min
Shang-Chi and the Legend of The Ten Rings has dazzled critics and audiences while breaking records at the box office. Suffice to say, we get it. All of the praise and every penny earned are well-deserved. It's the most creatively ambitious franchise debut we've seen in the MCU, with the excellence in execution to match. We break down this extraordinary film in our spoiler review.
Sep 08, 2021•2 hr 15 min
What if Doctor Strange lost his heart instead of his hands? That whole "it's not about you" lesson wouldn't really stick. This Doctor Strange is indeed the Sorcerer Supreme, but the absolute power to break absolute points in time corrupts absolutely. We break down the shattering of a mind and a universe in this spoiler review!
Sep 05, 2021•1 hr 13 min
Here is our non-spoiler review of the spectacular Shang-Chi and the Legend of The Ten Rings! You can help kids see this phenomenal Marvel Studios film by contributing to and/or sharing the campaigns below! Shang-Chi Challenge: Help Kids See Shang-Chi Give Shang-Chi a #GoldOpen
Aug 30, 2021•14 min
What if Fury's Big Week completely disrupted The Avenger(s) Initiative? Nick Fury believes in heroes and he's going to need that belief more than ever in a timeline where hope seems lost. We break down the complete reshaping of arguably the most eventful week in Marvel Cinematic Universe history in this spoiler review!
Aug 29, 2021•1 hr 47 min
What if T'Challa became a Star-Lord? He would change the universe and the people in it! The second episode of What If...? is a beautiful celebration of Chadwick Boseman's portrayal of T'Challa, showcasing the best aspects of the character we already knew and loved while expanding our understanding of this remarkable hero. We break it all down in this spoiler review!
Aug 21, 2021•1 hr 20 min
What if Captain Carter were The First Avenger? It would be brilliant! The Marvel Cinematic Universe is presented in animated form for the very first time, and it's a huge success thanks to head writer A.C. Bradley, director Bryan Andrews, and Peggy Carter herself, Hayley Atwell! Join us as we break down this incredible story that celebrates the hero Peggy Carter always was, now with a cool costume and fantastic shield-wielding to match!
Aug 14, 2021•1 hr 28 min
Sean shares his non-spoiler thoughts on the first three episodes of Marvel Studios' What If...? on Disney+!
Aug 10, 2021•21 min
Loki may have concluded its first season, but the story is far from over. We discuss highlights from Marvel Studios' Assembled: The Making of Loki before examining the far-reaching effects the series is sure to have on the MCU. The Marvel Cinematic Multiverse is here with numerous implications on several upcoming movies and series. We look at What If...?, Spider-Man: No Way Home, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, Loki season 2, Fantastic Four, and an...
Jul 24, 2021•2 hr 30 min
Sometimes, fan theories pan out! The season finale of Loki really has changed the Marvel Cinematic Universe forever, ushering in the Marvel Cinematic Multiverse! It also delivered a new antagonist, whom we expect to see plenty of next season, and in feature films from Marvel Studios. As big as the implications may be, what makes this episode truly special is its ability to expand the serialized narrative in an intimate, emotional episode in which character is what's truly sacred.
Jul 16, 2021•2 hr 2 min
Black Widow is finally here and the Marvel Cinematic Universe is back in theaters (and on Disney+ with Premier Access)! We look at every intricate detail of what is likely Scarlett Johansson's final turn as Natasha Romanoff. It's an incredible send-off that also passes the baton to the phenomenal Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova. Director Cate Shortland has delivered an exceptional film full of raw emotion, visceral action, a unique brand of humor, and tons of heart that we find while digging thro...
Jul 11, 2021•2 hr 54 min
Two words: Alligator Loki! Of course, we have many more words to say about the best episode of Loki yet. The penultimate chapter sets the stage for a grand finale as we journey into the mystery of The Void. There's a Boastful Loki, a Classic Loki, a Kid Loki, a President Loki, and the aforementioned gator. Then there's the Loki we've been following this whole series and the former Loki, Sylvie! They collide in a story that deepens our understanding of the title character and furthers the central...
Jul 08, 2021•2 hr 11 min
The fourth episode of Loki was an absolute stunner. The emotional exploration of Loki, Sylvie, and Mobius was enough for this installment to match the previous three. Then, the last 15 minutes changed everything, with twists and turns that reset our understanding of the Time Variance Authority and the very nature of reality as they've explained (or lied about) it to us. It didn't stop there, however, as we got one of the best tags in the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe!
Jul 02, 2021•1 hr 23 min
Marvel Studios and Natasha Romanoff make a triumphant return to the big screen in Black Widow, a psychological spy thriller that is deeply emotional and packed with big action set pieces unlike anything in the MCU before! Director Cate Shortland, stars Scarlett Johansson and Florence Pugh, and the entire cast and crew have turned in an outstanding film. Sean shares his completely spoiler-free thoughts in this review!
Jun 29, 2021•14 min
It's time to meet Sylvie in the third episode of Loki on Disney+! Stranded on a doomed moon, Loki and Sylvie must find a way to escape the apocalypse if they ever hope to catch up with the Time-Keepers. Speaking of the three space lizards, Sylvie knows something about the Time Variance Authority that Loki didn't, bringing everything Miss Minutes told him (and us) into question. This chapter goes big on action, but never at the expense of character, with Loki and Sylvie getting to know each other...
Jun 26, 2021•1 hr 51 min
The episode that was released on 6/16 just broke the MCU's 616 - the Sacred Timeline! The Variant has revealed themselves in the second episode of Loki, but the credits suggest not all is what it seems. What else is new? Meanwhile, Loki and Mobius have a couple of key chats that dig deeper into the series' larger themes about identity and free will. Who are we? Do we even have the ability to choose our own answer to that question? We can't answer those questions in a single podcast, but we can a...
Jun 18, 2021•2 hr 18 min
The spoiler reviews return as we begin a brand new Marvel Studios series on Disney+! Loki starts off strong with the best premiere episode of any MCU series thus far. The God of Mischief's escape from the Battle of New York landed him in even worse trouble than he faced in the "Sacred Timeline." The Time Variance Authority doesn't mess around. Don't let the sweet Miss Minutes or disarming Mobius fool you. The TVA decides who you get to be and they have the power to keep you on the path they beli...
Jun 12, 2021•1 hr 56 min
Loki is days away from premiering on Disney+ and we can't wait! To help pass the time, we share two installments of the Patreon-exclusive Marvelous Moments podcast series highlighting a pair of Loki's best moments in the Marvel Cinematic Universe! First up is Loki's arrival in The Avengers, followed by "Get Help" from Thor: Ragnarok. We close the show with the (likely incomplete) list of categories to keep in mind this year for the MCU Fan Awards! 3:30 Marvelous Moments - The Avengers 21:02 Marv...
Jun 05, 2021•1 hr 1 min
It hasn't been 7,000 years, but it's been a long wait for the first Eternals teaser trailer. Marvel Studios has finally given us a glimpse of what director Chloé is bringing to the MCU and we are impressed. The Oscar winner has certainly brought her own style and vision, capturing so much Marvel movie magic in camera. Meanwhile, this cast appears more than ready to meet the challenge of getting the audiences to connect with this new crop of obscure characters. We break it all down and speculate ...
May 25, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is set for an exclusive theatrical run. It'll be the first Marvel Studios film to have one in over two years. China, however, is not guaranteed to be part of Shang-Chi's theatrical release and Eternals faces its own challenges in that market. Kevin Feige is committed to Marvel with no eyes on Star Wars (outside of the one film he's producing). We discuss this news and the possibility of seeing What If...? in August!
May 15, 2021•1 hr 14 min
