Key Takeaways:
– Marvel Studios has no immediate plans for ‘Eternals 2′.
– The aftermath of the Eternals' battle against Tiamut will feature in ‘Captain America: Brave New World'.
– Despite low ratings and a lukewarm box office result, there may still be future developments in the Eternals saga.
Remember how we got all excited when ‘Eternals' dropped? Well, here's the deal: we're kind of in limbo about the future of the ‘Eternals' franchise. Kevin Feige, the president of Marvel Studios, recently chatted with Inverse and spilled some beans. Unfortunately, the news won't make a lot of fans happy. But let's unravel this, shall we?
No Eternals Sequel in Sight
Here's the buzzkill: Feige said, “There are no immediate plans for Eternals 2.” Yeah, it's a bummer. Especially after such a unique take from Marvel on superpowered individuals who have been on earth for 5,000 years. While the film did stir up some controversy and became the lowest-rated Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) project, it seems that the movie's fate hasn't pushed Marvel to quickly jump into a sequel.
The film's box office performance wasn't the greatest either, but let's be fair – it did premiere in the middle of a pandemic. Safe to say, the timing wasn't cool. Nevertheless, the apparent lack of enthusiasm for ‘Eternals 2' didn't mean the creative minds over at Marvel abandoned the franchise altogether.
A Nod to Eternals in Captain America Sequel
Pay attention to this bit: our Eternals did leave some mark on the MCU, as evidenced by an upcoming movie. According to Feige, some of the Eternals' storyline has been carried forward into the new trailer for ‘Captain America: Brave New World'.
You don't see the Eternals per se, but you do see the after-effects of a major event from the movie. Remember when they defeated that gigantic Celestial, Tiamut? Well, the remains of that battle, including a giant head and hand, stick out of the Indian Ocean in the new trailer. Pretty cool, right?
Potential Marvel Crossover
This may not be directly linked to the Eternals, but it's about the fallout of their story. Some fans are speculating that the remains of Tiamut in the Indian Ocean could potentially introduce adamantium into the MCU. For those not in the know, adamantium is the indestructible metal bonded to the Wolverine's skeleton and claws. Could this be a hint for future Marvel crossovers?
Eternals Still Riveting
Even without a sequel's promise, the story of the Eternals remains compelling. The ensemble cast including Gemma Chan, Richard Madden, Kumail Nanjiani, and Angelina Jolie created a memorable storyline about ancient heroes protecting Earth. They battled the Deviants, monstrously appearing creatures, securing our world yet again. Isn't that worth celebrating?
The Future Isn't All Bleak
While Feige's update may feel disappointing to ‘Eternals' fans, remember this: even without any immediate plans for a sequel, Marvel hasn't completely abandoned the Eternals' story. The inclusion of Tiamut's aftermath in ‘Captain America: Brave New World' proves that.
So, all in all, no, we're not any closer to seeing ‘Eternals 2' becoming a reality. But, remember, in the Marvel Universe, anything is possible. And with the ‘Eternals' still leaving a mark in other projects, the hope isn't completely lost.
Who knows? Maybe we'll still get to see our favorite ancient heroes soar through the skies once again. Stay tuned!
