Key Takeaways:
– Tatiana Maslany revealed a behind-the-scenes glimpse of her Disney+ show ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law' where a risqué joke about Chris Evans' character Captain America was nearly removed.
– Despite criticisms of the show's CGI and writing, fans saw humor as a significant positive element.
– The show introduced new themes and a different tonality in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
– Due to budgetary constraints, the future of the show still seems unclear.
When MCU Injects Humor Into ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law'
Marvel's ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law,' featuring Tatiana Maslany, surprised fans by infusing a unique touch of humor into the superhero universe. Although some viewers raised concerns about CGI and scriptwriting quality, an iconic gag involving Chris Evans' Captain America almost got the ax.
Maslany, playing Jennifer Walters/She-Hulk, discloses during the show's premiere that she believes Steve Rogers, aka Captain America, was a virgin. The joke continues until the last episode, where it finally unfolds in a hilarious mid-credit scene.
A Funny Revelation About Captain America
Maslany's character, Jennifer Walters, is seen having a heartfelt conversation with her cousin, Bruce Banner, in this scene. When she brings up Captain America's virginity, Banner exclaims, “Steve Rogers is not a virgin. He lost his virginity to a girl in 1943 on the USO tour.”
On getting her answer, Jennifer reacts excitedly, yelling out explosively just before the screen goes black. Her exact words have caused quite a stir among fans, leading to wide-ranging discussions online.
Maslany Sheds Light on Behind-The-Scenes Decisions
During her appearance at the Super Hero Comic Con 2024, Maslany revealed that this gag was almost removed from the show. Seemingly, the studio heads were apprehensive about taking the humor too far, considering the show's general PG-friendly ambiance.
Nevertheless, the memorable line wasn't axed, providing a cheeky insight into the private life of MCU's superheroes.
Future of ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.'
While ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law' was applauded by critics, it failed to impress the majority of its audience. The stark contrast between the critics' rating and the audience score on Rotten Tomatoes has cast doubts over the show's future.
When asked about a potential second season, Maslany seemed quite skeptical. She shared that Disney is unlikely to renew the series due to budgetary concerns. The first season had a budget of $225 million, with each episode costing around $25 million. Given the high costs and mixed reception, the return of ‘She-Hulk' appears unlikely.
In conclusion, despite facing several hurdles, ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law' breathed fresh air into the MCU with its unique tonality and humor. And although we may not see another season of ‘She-Hulk,' the show will always be remembered for its audacious take on Chris Evans' Captain America.
Stream ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law' now on Disney+.
