#171 For our King, Chadwick Boseman
We remember the life and celebrate the legacy of Chadwick Boseman - our Black Panther, our Hero, our King.
Aug 30, 2020•1 hr 2 min
MCU Fan Show - Marvel Studios commentary
MCU Fan Show offers comprehensive coverage of the stories produced by Marvel Studios. From feature films to Disney+ series, we explore every corner of the Marvel Cinematic Universe in great detail. This podcast is built for all MCU fans. Whether you started with Iron Man or are just beginning with Daredevil: Born Again, it doesn’t really matter when you arrived at this party. We’re just glad you’re here now!
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#170 What brought Maya to the MCU?
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has taken us on a collective journey from one film to the next, all the way through the Infinity Saga (and it will continue beyond that). As fans, it brings us great joy to share these experiences, and yet we each have our own unique stories of how we found this franchise in the first place, and how it has moved us during the time we've spent with it. Every fan has their story to tell and we're going to start hearing them on the podcast. We begin with Maya, who's be...
Aug 25, 2020•1 hr 2 min
#169 The Legacy of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. has come to an end after seven seasons on ABC. On this episode, we examine the legacy of the show from the "Coulson Lives" campaign and series premiere (which was a big deal in 2013) to the show's two endings, and all of the successes and struggles in between. We also look at where the show fits within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It's a good thing we have multiple timelines now! Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Twitter , Instagram...
Aug 20, 2020•1 hr 13 min
#168 Nia DaCosta to direct Captain Marvel 2; Will Black Widow follow Mulan to Disney+?
Marvel Studios has found an outstanding director for Captain Marvel 2 in Nia DaCosta. Sean explains why he's excited to see what DaCosta will bring to the franchise in its next installment. Then, screenwriter and Forbes contributor Mark Hughes joins the show to discuss the news of Mulan going to Disney+ instead of theaters in many markets. Is this a sign of things to come? Will Black Widow follow in Mulan's footsteps? Probably. Follow Nia DaCosta on Twitter and see her incredible Candyman traile...
Aug 06, 2020•1 hr 25 min
#167 MCU delays, the latest Marvel Studios slate, and more Fantastic Four fan-casting
Marvel Studios will not be dropping The Falcon and The Winter Soldier on Disney+ next month. Sony Pictures has chosen a new release date for the next MCU Spider-Man movie starring Tom Holland. In this episode, we first go around the Marvel Cinematic Universe to recap where all of the movies and Disney+ series currently stand. We also do a little more fan-casting for the Fantastic Four with additional choices for Marvel's First Family, along with some options for Doctor Doom, Silver Surfer, Galac...
Jul 27, 2020•1 hr 27 min
#166 A Fantasticast for Fantastic Four
We have a new name! In this episode, Sean explains why the podcast is now the MCU Fan Show before answering one of the most frequently asked questions from listeners. The Fantastic Four are on their way to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, so which actors should play Marvel's First Family? Sean has his top choices for Reed, Sue, Johnny, and Ben along with his top pick for Silver Surfer! Also in this episode, learn how your story of becoming a fan of the MCU could be featured on a future installment...
Jul 16, 2020•26 min
#165 Self-reflection, learning, accountability, and growth
The Black Lives Matter movement is vital if our society is ever going to offer true equality for all. Overcoming systemic racism means examining our own complicity, regardless of our intent. In this episode, Sean Gerber looks at how fandom has contributed to systemic oppression by trying to artificially separate social commentary from entertainment in order to silence the conversations we should be having. The MCU and its fans have not been immune to this. We can and must do better if we are to ...
Jun 25, 2020•19 min
#164 Bringing in the X-Men, Galactus, and more MCU questions from our listeners!
There may be a shortage of news right now, but there are always plenty of questions surrounding the Marvel Cinematic Universe! How should the X-Men and mutants be added into the MCU? Should Galactus be the next big bad? Is Thor set for another trilogy? What are our favorite moments in each phase of The Infinity Saga? These listener questions and more are answered in this episode! If you enjoy the Marvel Studios News podcast, please consider contributing to our Patreon for exclusive content, incl...
May 20, 2020•1 hr 20 min
Updated MCU slate (again) + a Marvelous Moment with Black Widow
This week was originally supposed to be our Black Widow spoiler review. That’s been delayed six months, so instead we discuss a “Marvelous Moment” in Avengers: Endgame that provides key perspective for Natasha Romanoff’s stand-alone film. Before that, we discuss the history of Marvel movies in May and look at the latest MCU release calendar! If you enjoy the Marvel Studios News podcast, please consider contributing to our Patreon for exclusive content, including extra material from this episode....
May 04, 2020•1 hr 5 min
#162 Marvel Studios can (and should) have a panel without San Diego Comic-Con
San Diego Comic-Con has officially been canceled. It is the right thing to do and we understand all of the reasons why, but it’s still disappointing. Even so, Marvel Studios has options outside of SDCC and Hall H is the company wants to engage MCU fandom. We discuss Marvel’s virtual panel options on Disney+ (or wherever Disney may want to air it) on this week’s episode! If you enjoy the Marvel Studios News podcast, please consider joining our Patreon ! This week, we discuss the new release date ...
Apr 22, 2020•57 min
#161 Marvel Studios release dates reshuffled
Marvel Studios has rearranged several release dates as part of a larger shift on Disney’s slate. We look at the new schedule for Black Widow, The Eternals, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Thor: Love and Thunder, Black Panther 2, and Captain Marvel 2. We also discuss Jeff Loveness writing the script for the next Ant-Man film! If you enjoy the Marvel Studios News podcast, please consider contributing to our Patreon for exclusive content, incl...
Apr 08, 2020•59 min
#160 What should Disney do with Black Widow?
Disney and Marvel Studios, as of this moment, are still planning to release Black Widow in theaters. That's the plan right now, but plans always have the potential to change. This week, we explore the different factors Disney may look at and how VOD and Disney+ could, at some point, become a more attractive option, even for a film set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. We also look at how Marvel Studios could use Disney+ to have its own virtual Hall H panels without San Diego Comic-Con. If you en...
Apr 02, 2020•1 hr 31 min
#159 What the Marvel Cinematic Universe means to us
In these times of great uncertainty, the Marvel Studios News podcast is here to provide what little relief we can in the form of positive energy and fond memories. This week, we discuss what the Marvel Cinematic Universe means to us. We remember several marvelous moments our favorite franchise has provided over the years. Last but certainly not lease, we share what’s good about the MCU. If you enjoy the Marvel Studios News podcast, please consider contributing to our Patreon for exclusive conten...
Mar 24, 2020•1 hr 17 min
#158 Black Widow delayed and all Marvel Studios productions on hold due to coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
Disney and Marvel Studios have pulled Black Widow from its May 1 release date and suspended all active productions due to the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19). These include Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, WandaVision, and Loki right now, but even more upcoming productions could be impacted. Obviously, none of these impacts are of primary concern with respect to COVID-19, but they are signs of how our way of life has changed for the time being ...
Mar 18, 2020•46 min
#157 Avengers Campus opens July 18 - Everything you need to know
Disney has announced that Avengers Campus will open inside Disney California Adventure on July 18, 2020! There is a lot to learn about the first Marvel-themed land inside a Disney park and we've got everything you need to know in this episode. We've got all of the attractions, characters, activities, food, and merchandise covered!
Mar 12, 2020•1 hr
#156 Black Widow final trailer breakdown
Marvel Studios has released the final trailer for Black Widow and we are here to break it all down! Natasha Romanoff (Scarlett Johansson) is done running from her past, which means we're about to learn a whole lot more about it. Yelena (Florence Pugh), Melina (Rachel Weisz), and Alexei (David Harbour) are family to Natasha, but will they stay that way? Who is Taskmaster? What's up with Secretary of State Thaddeus Ross? We do our best to answer these questions and more on this episode!
Mar 10, 2020•59 min
#155 Expanding the Universe: WandaVision
We're back to our "Expanding the Universe" series with perhaps Marvel Studios' most intriguing Phase Four project, WandaVision. The upcoming Disney+ series will showcase Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen) as the Scarlet Witch while also giving us another look at Vision (Paul Bettany) after he died in Avengers: Infinity War. Is he alive again, or only in Wanda's mind? What exactly is a half-sitcom, half-MCU epic? Is Wanda the source of these sitcom-influenced realities? If so, is she generating the...
Mar 03, 2020•1 hr 1 min
#154 Bob Chapek succeeds Bob Iger as Disney CEO: What it means for Marvel Studios
The Walt Disney Company shocked the world with the news that Bob Chapek is succeeding Bob Iger as CEO, effective immediately. We break down the key details from this story, including Iger's continued role as Executive Chairman leading Disney's creative endeavors, why Chapek was chosen as CEO, and why this is happening earlier than expected. We also examine what all of this means for Marvel Studios and Kevin Feige, and whether there could be some additional restructuring that might impact Marvel.
Feb 26, 2020•51 min
#153 Expanding the Universe: The Eternals
Our "Expanding the Universe" series resumes with The Eternals! Visionary director Chloé Zhao leads an all-star cast in a film that could redefine the Marvel Cinematic Universe as we know it. This is the first big set of brand new characters Marvel Studios will introduce in Phase Four and the source material has left plenty of room to adapt. We break it all down here and discuss the latest news on the identity of the first openly superhero in the MCU!
Feb 18, 2020•1 hr 10 min
#152 Sam Raimi directing Doctor Strange 2, Marvel Disney+ footage, Captain Marvel sequel updates
This week, we pause our "Expanding the Universe" series to catch up on some major Marvel Studios news! Sam Raimi is directing Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and we couldn't be happier about it! We break down the footage from The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, WandaVision, and Loki that we were shown in the Disney+ "Big Game" spot. We also discuss the directors of Captain Marvel not returning for the sequel. Thank you to Podcorn for sponsoring this episode!
Feb 12, 2020•1 hr 45 min
Modern Myth Media: For our brother, John Bierly
This week, Marvel Studios News presents a Modern Myth Media podcast reunion. Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann are joined by fellow MMM alumni Justin Bolger and Chris Clow to celebrate the life of our brother, John Bierly. We were honored to know him and want to share with you just how special of a person he was. Odds are, however, many of you already know. Listen as we share some of our favorite memories of John and then hear highlights from his tremendous body of work across the Modern Myth Media, ...
Feb 06, 2020•2 hr 38 min
#151 Expanding the Universe: The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
We continue "Expanding the Universe" with the first-ever Marvel Studios series on Disney+! The Falcon and the Winter Soldier arrives on the streaming service this fall and it's going to cover a lot of ground. How will Sam Wilson respond to Steve Rogers passing him the mantle and shield of Captain America? What is life like for Bucky Barnes now that the person who believed in him the most, Steve, is no longer around on a regular basis? We discuss these questions and more before turning our attent...
Jan 22, 2020•1 hr 27 min
#150 Expanding the Universe: Black Widow
We went down the Road to Infinity War in 2018. We were In the Endgame in 2019. This week, we begin a brand new podcast series, Expanding the Universe! In the months ahead, we will profile every Marvel Studios movie and series that has been (or will be) officially announced. We start with Black Widow, the film that will kick off Phase Four by going back into Natasha Romanoff's past while also setting the stage for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Join us as we recap what we know, shar...
Jan 15, 2020•57 min
#149 Scott Derrickson leaves Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness needs a new director following the departure of Scott Derrickson. In a bonus podcast this week, Sean Gerber examines the chain of events that led us to this point and examines what "creative differences" may have come up. Did Derrickson favor something too scary? Did Marvel Studios fail to respect his artistic vision? What's next for the film? All of these questions and more are addressed!
Jan 11, 2020•41 min
#148 - 2020 MCU Preview; Christian Bale joins Thor: Love and Thunder
It's a new year, a new decade, and a new era for the Marvel Cinematic Universe! We turn the page from The Infinity Saga and focus on Phase Four in this 2020 preview episode! We discuss the biggest stories we anticipate this year including Black Widow, The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, The Eternals, WandaVision, SDCC, the SUMC, and more! We also react to the news that Christian Bale is reportedly joining Thor: Love and Thunder!
Jan 09, 2020•1 hr 53 min
#147 MCU 2019 Year-in-Review
Marvel Studios enjoyed its biggest year ever in 2019, and so did the fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe! Black Panther made history as the first superhero-based movie to be nominated for a Best Picture Oscar. Captain Marvel, Avengers: Endgame, and Spider-Man: Far From Home each topped $1 billion worldwide. Endgame actually did it twice on the way to becoming the highest-grossing film in global box office history! After The Infinity Saga came to a close, we learned all about Phase Four via Mar...
Dec 28, 2019•2 hr 14 min
#146 Marvel Television is no more, but don’t blame Marvel Studios
Marvel Television is no more. We already knew the division was being absorbed into Marvel Studios, but now we know much more about how the consolidation is taking shape. Did Marvel Studios play a part in Marvel TV's demise? Hardly, as Marvel TV's fate had already been sealed, perhaps necessitating this reorganization in the first place. It's time to recap what we already knew, what's happening now, and what it all means in the near and distant future for Marvel content on the small screen!
Dec 12, 2019•54 min
#145 Black Widow teaser trailer breakdown
We've got our first look at the first film in Phase Four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and Marvel Studios is already crushing it. We break down the awesome teaser trailer for Black Widow shot-by-shot in this episode! We examine what this movie means for Natasha Romanoff (Scarlett Johansson) and how it could impact the future of the MCU, even if it's set in the past.
Dec 05, 2019•1 hr 17 min
#144 New Marvel Studios release dates, ’The Infinity Saga’ box set review, and more!
It's a busy week! We begin with new Marvel Studios release dates in 2022 and 2023. What movies can we expect to fill these dates? Can Marvel Studios handle four movies per year along with its Disney+ series? Then, we review The Infinity Saga Collector's Edition box set with a complete breakdown of all of the exclusive material on the bonus disc. Finally, we look at some Avengers: Endgame surprises on Disney+ and examine the future of how we will watch Marvel (and other) movies at home.
Nov 20, 2019•1 hr 31 min
#143 Will audiences ever feel Marvel fatigue?
We begin this week's episode with the exciting news that Peyton Reed will direct the third film in the Ant-Man franchise! Then, we discuss our featured topic: Marvel fatigue. Disney executives say they're not worried about it, but should they be? With Marvel Studios about to increase its output dramatically (especially in 2021), we look at the ways Kevin Feige and company have and can continue to maintain the audience's appetite for more Marvel!
Nov 08, 2019•1 hr 13 min
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