Key Takeaways:
– Jeremy Renner made his Marvel debut in “Thor” and has appeared in various franchise projects up to the “Hawkeye” series.
– The original “Hawkeye” project was intended to be a movie but was later decided to be better suited as a series due to its extensive story.
– Jeremy Renner was the driving force in pushing for a “Hawkeye” stand-alone project.
– The “Hawkeye” series has received excellent reviews from audiences and critics alike.
The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) Adventure
Introducing Jeremy Renner as Hawkeye in 2011 with the movie “Thor”, Marvel Studios kept the fans on their toes about his journey. The excitement stayed alive with his different engagements in the franchise, including the latest Disney+ show “Hawkeye”.
Post-MCU Avengers Era
Several original Avengers cast members like Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans, bid adieu to their characters after “Avengers: Endgame”. Scarlett Johansson too exited after her solo movie “Black Widow” in 2020. The remaining trio of Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, and Jeremy Renner, however, continued their association with the franchise. While Ruffalo appeared in “She-Hulk” and Hemsworth in “Love and Thunder”, Renner teamed up with Hailee Steinfeld for “Hawkeye”, a project highly regarded among Disney's post-Phase 3 shows.
“Hawkeye” Was Meant to Be a Movie
As revealed later, the Hawkeye project was originally intended as a solo movie – a privilege enjoyed by five of the six original Avengers. However, creative heads including producing executive Trinh Tran, decided the rich story they wanted to tell wouldn't fit into a two-hour movie framework.
Tran indicated that their in-depth investigations into the comic source material yielded a wealth of fantastic ideas. Yet, deciding to tell this story in such a limited time span was a tough call. Disney's newly launched platform, Disney+, presented an appealing alternative.
From Movie to Series: A Beneficial Decision
Disney+ invited several characters into its realm and Clint Barton aka Hawkeye was no exception. Kevin Feige, president of Marvel Studios, suggested embracing the expanded six-hour timeframe a series could provide. The decision to extend the Hawkeye project emerged from the opportunity to deepen the individual characters and solidify their inter-relationships. The series format was indeed a wise decision as the six-episode “Hawkeye” show received rave critical and audience acclaim, as depicted by a stellar 92% rating on Tomatometer and an average 88% audience score.
Jeremy Renner: The Man Behind Hawkeye's Success
Jeremy Renner was always keen on leading a Hawkeye-based project. Kevin Feige acknowledged Renner's enthusiasm, stating his trust and commitment to the character and the MCU since the earliest days were indeed remarkable. With the Hawkeye series, fans could finally get an in-depth look into Clint Barton's character, a glimpse only partially seen in the movies.
Rumors of a Possible Second Season
Hawkeye might be gearing up for a second season, though it remains unofficial. For now, fans can relive Hawkeye's adventures on Disney+. Marvel enthusiasts and Renner fans are eagerly awaiting the future of this cherished character and the unraveling of the MCU's stellar narrative.
