Those who have seen Marvel films in this order know that a wide diversity of directors have brought their talents to the studios’ interconnected cinematic universe. Veteran filmmaker Shawn Levy is one of the last people to direct such a production, having taken directing duties on the highly anticipated Deadpool
In June, it was reported that the Cheap to the Dozen director was in negotiations to direct the fifth Avengers film, previously subtitled The Kang Dynasty. It was also noted that the filmmaker would likely not be engaged in the commission and that Marvel Studios was holding meetings with other administrators because of it. Shawn Levy was asked about the rumors that kept circulating as he walked the red carpet at the premiere of Deadpool
Well, actually I also read those reports because I also have the Internet, but I read a lot of reports. What I will say is that I had my head down for a long time making this movie. It’s been an incredibly rewarding experience and it turns out to be equally rewarding for Marvel. So, without committing to any details, I wouldn’t be surprised if Marvel and I ended up with each other.
So it’s not definitive: “Yes, I’m going to direct the Marvel Cinematic Universe movie” that he shared with EW. However, it’s also not a “No, the chances of me teaming up with the studio again” are slim. On the contrary, he is positive about the option of racing with manufacturer Kevin Feige and company at some point along the way. Honestly, it makes sense that the Canadian director will probably stay in the fold.
Obviously, assignment manager Adam enjoyed running with Kevin Feige and the other Marvel bigwigs and vice versa. Not only that, but so far, Deadpool and Wolverine’s reactions have been very positive. It would possibly be up to Feige and his team to stay the former Free Guy in their talent cast, as they have done in the past with James Gunn, Joe
Avengers: The Kang Dynasty was officially announced via Kevin Feige at San Diego Comic-Con 2022. Since then, the superhero team’s movie has had its percentage of setbacks. Shortly after the film was shown to be in the works, it was reported that Destin Daniel Cretton of Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings had signed on to direct it. And, in September 2023, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania screenwriter Jeff Loveness set about writing it. The film would take it a step further in November 2023, when Cretton was released, and resources later revealed that Loveness would no longer write the script.
In November 2023, Loki Michael Waldron was hired for the production, but in July 2024, it was also reported that Waldron had left the film, marking another setback for Avengers 5. However, the same month, it was also reported that the Russo brothers are directing this film and the sixth film in the franchise. This has yet to be confirmed, but it may be announced at SDCC 2024 this month.
Although Shawn Levy isn’t done directing a film involving Earth’s mightiest heroes, the idea of him directing any other MCU feature film (or even a TV show) is rarely too far-fetched. Of course, Marvel would have to be compatible in its schedule, as the director has some notable productions on his schedule. This includes the Star Wars movie about which he recently released an update. Ultimately, we’ll have to wait and see if there will be any other superhero-focused conducting concertos in Levy’s future.
You’ll witness the filmmaker’s first foray into the MCU when Deadpool & Wolverine, one of the biggest entries on the 2024 movie calendar, hits theaters on July 26!
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