Marvel FINALLY Speaks on Kang Return After Jonathan Majors Firing

Summary

The video discusses the dismissal of actor Jonathan Majors by Disney, which affects his role as Kang in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Despite fan speculation, Marvel Studios has been silent on Kang's future. The host speculates on potential storylines, including a leak suggesting Kang's variants would have caused chaos across timelines. There's also a mention of a possible recasting, with Denzel Washington suggested as a fitting choice. The video concludes with the host's interpretation of Marvel Studios' President, Kevin Feige's, vague response to Kang's return, hinting at a possible future for the character.

Takeaways

• 😀 Disney made the decision to fire Jonathan Majors, not Marvel Studios.
• 🤔 There has been no official statement from Marvel Studios about the future of the Kang character.
• 🎭 The possibility of recasting Kang is open, as Jonathan Majors' contract was annulled due to a morality clause violation.
• 📜 Rumors suggest Kang was originally intended to be a major antagonist in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with plans for Avengers 5 involving multiple versions of Kang.
• 🔮 A leak claims that Jonathan Majors filmed scenes as Kang variant Amentis Mortis for 'Agatha: Coven of Chaos', but these were cut.
• 👹 The idea of Kang being the author of the Darkhold was considered, but it contradicts the comic book lore where Cthon is the author.
• 📽 The Russo Brothers are returning to direct Avengers 5 and 6, with some influence over related series.
• 🗣️ Kevin Feige's response to questions about Kang's return was evasive, suggesting there might be plans for the character that he's not disclosing.
• 🌟 The suggestion that Denzel Washington could be a great one-time casting for Kang was met with enthusiasm, potentially drawing significant audience interest.
• 💡 The idea of Denzel Washington playing an older version of Kang, leading the Kang Council and using CGI to show different versions of him, was pitched as an exciting narrative direction.

Q & A

Why was Jonathan Majors fired by Disney?

The script does not provide specific reasons for Jonathan Majors' dismissal by Disney, only stating that Disney made the decision to fire him.

Can Marvel Studios recast the character of Kang after Jonathan Majors' departure?

According to the script, it is possible for Marvel Studios to recast Kang if they choose to, as Jonathan Majors' contract was annulled due to the breach of the morality clause.

What is the significance of the morality clause in Jonathan Majors' contract?

The morality clause allows for the termination of a contract if the actor engages in misconduct, such as getting arrested or going to jail.

What was the rumored plot involving Kang and the Council of Kang according to the leaks?

The leaks suggested that the Council of Kang would break out and punish various timelines for 616's misuse of time travel, leading to a battle against all superheroes and mutants across different timelines.

How did the leaked plot differ from what was expected in the official Marvel storyline?

The leaked plot had Kang and the Council of Kang as the main antagonists, whereas the official storyline from Marvel Studios has not confirmed this and has shifted focus to other characters like Dr. Doom.

What was the proposed role of Kang in the potential 'Avengers 5' according to the leaks?

In the leaked plot, Kang was expected to be a major antagonist in 'Avengers 5', with different versions of Kang being fought by various teams of Avengers, leading to a climactic battle.

Why did the script mention Robert Downey Jr. in relation to Dr. Doom?

The script suggests that Robert Downey Jr. potentially playing Dr. Doom in an 'Avengers' movie would be a significant draw for audiences, similar to how his involvement could boost interest in a Kang storyline.

What was the reaction to the idea of Kang being the author of the Darkhold in the script?

The script's speaker expressed disappointment and disbelief at the idea of Kang being the author of the Darkhold, as it contradicts the established lore that Cathon is the author.

What does the speaker suggest as a potential strategy for reintroducing Kang into the Marvel Cinematic Universe?

The speaker suggests bringing Kang back as a significant threat, having him cause chaos, and then being defeated by a character like Dr. Doom to establish Doom as an even bigger threat.

Why does the speaker propose Denzel Washington for the role of Kang?

The speaker believes Denzel Washington could attract a large audience and suggests a one-time role for him as Kang in an 'Avengers' movie, potentially using CGI to show different versions of Kang throughout Denzel's career.

What was Kevin Feige's response when asked about the future of Kang in the Marvel Cinematic Universe?

Kevin Feige did not give a direct answer to the question about Kang's return, which the script's speaker interprets as a possible indication that there might be plans for Kang's return that they are not disclosing.