• Brie Larson and Tessa Thompson are down with their characters Captain Marvel and Valkyrie being the Marvel Cinematic Universe's first same-sex couple.
• Since it was implied that Valkyrie is the first openly bisexual hero in the MCU, fans have been on the lookout for when this will be explicitly played out on the big screen.
• Larson and Thompson told the crowd at ACE Comic-Con in Chicago that they supported the idea of a Captain Marvel/Valkyrie coupling.
• "We're here to ship, y'all! We can dig into it, I'm just telling you we're shipping," Larson said, according to Comic Book.
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Captain Marvel and Valkyrie actors Brie Larson and Tessa Thompson support a potential romantic relationship between their MCU characters. Both fairly newcomers to the MCU, the pair debuted their respective heroes towards the end of Phase 3 - Larson in her titular film Captain Marvel earlier this year, and Thompson in Taika Waititi's Thor: Ragnaraok in 2017. Despite boarding the franchise late, they've both made their presence felt right away.

Larson and Thompson are among the growing number of female key players in the MCU. After years of only having Scarlett Johansson's Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow as its prominent heroine, there's been an influx of women of power in the franchise over the last few years, with the addition of Zoe Saldana's Gamora, Karen Gillan's Nebula, Evangeline Lily's The Wasp, Pom Klementieff's Mantis, Danai Gurira's Okoye, Letitia Wright's Shuri, Lupita Nyong'o's Nakia, and Elizabeth Olsen's Scarlet Witch. Avengers: Endgame even debuted Gwyneth Paltrow's Pepper Potts as Rescue. But aside from Marvel Studios working on better representing strong females, the MCU is also working to be more LGBTQ-inclusive, and Thompson and Larson are willing to be its first same-sex couple.

The actors appeared at ACE Comic-Con in Chicago (via Comic Book), and revealed that they're both supportive of the idea that their characters begin a romantic relationship; "We're here to ship, y'all! We can dig into it, I'm just telling you we're shipping," Larson said, while Thompson followed by saying: "Brie is my real-life queen, in general. If it becomes canon, that's cool, too." This sentiment was welcomed by those who were in attendance at the panel.

Since it was implied that Valkyrie is the first openly bisexual hero in the MCU, fans have been on the lookout for when this will be explicitly played out on the big screen. And since Endgame ended with her officially becoming the ruler of the new Asgard, the hunt for her new queen has begun, with the public giving their own suggestions on who it might be. Some think that the return of Natalie Portman's Jane Foster in Thor: Love and Thunder can pave the way for a romance, others, meanwhile feel like Jamie Alexander's Lady Sif (including the actress herself) is a better option. However, between Larson and Thompson's real-life friendship and this declaration, it's safe to say that seeing Captain Marvel as Valkyrie's lover is one that's gaining some traction with viewers.

It's too early to tell if something will ever come out of people loving the idea of Captain Marvel and Valkyrie being romantically involved, considering that both are pivotal players in their separate film series. Marvel Studios will have to craft a narrative that can actually show them becoming a couple, otherwise, it'll only feel like pandering. Nevertheless, fans can expect the MCU to properly debut an openly gay character, and rumor has it that it'll be in Chloe Zhao's Eternals.

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• We went to New York Comic Con 2019 and found the best cosplayers.
• From Iron Man to Batman to Aang to Morpheus, everyone was there.
• Spider-Man, Deadpool, The Joker, and Harley Quinn were among the most popular costumes.
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• "Guardians of the Galaxy" director James Gunn defended Marvel movies after Francis Ford Coppola denounced the franchise.
• In an Instagram post, Gunn wrote that superheroes were "simply today's gangsters"— a nod to "The Godfather" director.
• "... not everyone will be able to appreciate them, even some geniuses. And that's okay," he wrote.
• Coppola had called Marvel movies "despicable" after fellow director Martin Scorcese likened them to theme parks.
• A number of other actors and directors involved in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including Samuel L. Jackson, have since defended the franchise.
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"Guardians of the Galaxy" director James Gunn stood up for the Marvel Cinematic Universe after it faced criticism from veteran directors Martin Scorsese and Francis Ford Coppola.

Gunn defended the franchise in an Instagram post featuring two of the most beloved characters from his own films: Groot and Rocket Raccoon.

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"Many of our grandfathers thought all gangster movies were the same, often calling them "despicable,'" Gun captioned the photo in a nod to the work of Coppola and Scorsese, which includes "The Godfather" trilogy and "Goodfellas" respectively.

He added that the MCU was just cinema's latest evolution: "Superheroes are simply today's gangsters/cowboys/outer space adventurers.

"Some superhero films are awful, some are beautiful. Like westerns and gangster movies (and before that, just MOVIES), not everyone will be able to appreciate them, even some geniuses. And that's okay."

Gunn's comments were made after Scorsese said that Marvel films weren't cinema in an interview with Empire magazine (via ScreenRant). He instead compared the superhero movies to theme parks.

Speaking to journalists in Lyon after being awarded the Prix Lumiere for his contribution to cinema, Coppola threw his weight behind Scorsese's remarks, and went a step further.

"I don't know that anyone gets anything out of seeing the same movie over and over again," he said, according to AFP.

"Martin was kind when he said it's not cinema. He didn't say it's despicable, which I just say it is," he added.

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Gunn wasn't the only one to defend comic book adaptations in light of their reprovals.

"Of course it's cinema! It's at the movies,""Thor: Ragnarok" director Taika Waititi told AP Entertainment.

Samuel L. Jackson was among the actors who have defended the movies, telling Variety: "I mean that's like saying Bugs Bunny ain't funny. Films are films. Everybody doesn't like [Scorsese's] stuff either.

"Everybody's got an opinion, so I mean it's okay.

"Ain't going to stop nobody from making movies."

With Marvel's "Avengers: Endgame"earning $2.79 billion globally, Jackson is probably right.

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• Hugh Jackman roared for a fan in typical Wolverine style during his "The Man. The Music. The Show." concert in Kansas City last week.
• In footage shared on Twitter, the "X-Men" star is seen high fiving a crazed fan before screaming into their phone camera.
• Jackman's 90-stop concert tour, which saw him singing hits from his career and Broadway classics, ended in Mexico City on Sunday.
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Hugh Jackman showed off his iconic Wolverine roar for a fan attending his "The Man. The Music. The Show." concert in Kansas City last week.

In the footage shared by Marsha Emmot on Twitter, Jackman repeatedly high fives a crazed fan before spreading his arms and breaking into his iconic Wolverine roar. The drumsticks in his hands even look like his trademark claws as the "X-Men" superhero.

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"My video of your interaction with huge Wolverine fan in Kansas City! The show was incredible! Glad I was there to push you back up, thought you were coming down off the stage," Emmot tweeted alongside the video.

"You have waited one and a half hours for that moment," Jackman can be heard telling the man in the video.

Jackman's 90-stop concert tour is a one-man show that sees the actor singing songs from his career, including "The Greatest Showman,""Les Miserables," and other Broadway hits, accompanied by a live orchestra.

Jackman is just an Academy Award away from becoming an EGOT — someone who has won Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Awards. Only 15 people have won all four before.

"Doing an arena show, for me, is perhaps the ultimate because of the amount of energy and excitement that you can create," Jackson told NME before the tour.

"Nothing can replace the live aspect where something can happen that night."

The tour finished on Sunday, October 20, in Mexico City.

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• Serial Box, a digital-content startup that makes e-book and audio hybrids, produces original stories using a unique method designed for those who want to switch between the mediums, like commuters. 
• The platform's 31 series are targeted mostly toward fantasy and sci-fi fans, but with partnerships with Marvel and Warner Bros. recently announced, and Serial Box nearly doubling its content by the end of the year, more options are coming.
• Serial Box cofounder and CEO Molly Barton spoke with Business Insider about the company's content-creation strategy, user engagement, and upcoming serials. 
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It's rare that a commuter gets on the subway without headphones, or doesn't flip on the radio when hopping in the car, and audio books have become a great listening option. But once the commute is over, many people would likely rather get their reading done in text form.

The startup Serial Box is trying to build a business solving the disconnect between those two mediums.

The content platform offers original series and official continuations of well-known stories that bundle short audio books and e-books, allowing users to switch back and forth between listening and reading without losing their place.

If you're walking to the subway, you might opt for the audio option. But if you're lucky enough to find a seat during your commute, you could pull up the e-book and pick up right where the audio left off.

"Having both the auditory and visual experience makes it more immersive in a very busy world and increases comprehension," Molly Barton, the CEO and cofounder of Serial Box, said. "It's really flexible and geared toward moments when you're in transition."

The company raised its first capital in 2017, then spent the next few years developing serials in order to have a lineup of content ready to go, Barton said.

The company's original goal was to tap into existing sci-fi and fantasy fandoms, and one of its first hits, "Orphan Black: The Next Chapter," was a continuation of the BBC America thriller series "Orphan Black." The serial was narrated by the show's star, Tatiana Maslany, who maintained a strong fan base after the final season in 2017.

While the sci-fi and fantasy group is still an important demographic, a larger content library will draw different types of readers and listeners, Barton said. Users can choose from 31 titles, but Barton said that by the end of the year, that number will be up to at least 50.

In March, Serial Box secured a partnership with Marvel to release stories like "Thor: Metal Gods," which is available for preorder now and launches on December 12. It also has a series based on "Black Panther" in the works, Barton said.

Serial Box also partners with Warner Bros. for content like "The Flash," which is based on The CW show of the same name, and three more series that will be announced later in the fall, Barton said. 

Serial Box tracks social conversation to inform storylines

Besides tapping into established fandoms, Serial Box keeps up with the desires of fans by tracking conversation on social media, according to Barton.

Since installments are released in increments and not all at once, Serial Box writers have even taken social-media sentiment into account as they work.

"We're able to observe reader and listener reaction to storylines and characters, so in some cases, we have actually altered the stories based on fan reactions," Barton said.

Serial Box wants to take that strategy one step further by facilitating fan conversation and monitoring it, Barton said. The company is in the process of running experiments with small groups of fans to see what works best.

"China and other Asian markets are way ahead of us in terms of having community threaded into the content experience," Barton said. "We're looking at their platforms closely and thinking about how we can interpret them for Western markets."

'We're delivering stories the way TV does'

Serial Box also hopes to build new fandoms around its original series.

Both "The Vela," a story about a refugee crisis in space, and "Ninth Step Station," a cyberpunk police procedural that takes place in Tokyo, generated enough buzz among fans that second seasons were green-lighted for each, Barton said.

And Serial Box originals feel different from a typical audio book or e-book because they're created more like TV shows, Barton said.

Over 100 writers create content for Serial Box, and they do it in a writers room setting in teams of about three to five, as opposed to flying solo, Barton said. The result is a series of short installments that contribute to a larger story.

"Essentially, we're delivering stories the way that TV does but doing that through an audio and written form," Barton said.

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• Apple and Disney are about to launch their highly anticipated streaming services.
• Apple TV Plus launches on Friday and costs $5 a month. Disney Plus launches on November 12 and costs $7 a month.
• A standard subscription to Netflix, meanwhile, costs $13 a month — more than the price of Disney Plus and Apple TV Plus combined.
• The presence of Apple and Disney is going to raise the bar for what people expect from a subscription streaming service. 
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The streaming landscape is going to change drastically in the next couple of weeks.

Right now, the big names in streaming are Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, and HBO. It's been this way for years now.

But on Friday, Apple will join the fray.

And in about two weeks, Disney, the 800-pound gorilla, will enter the picture.

The competition is about to heat up. Apple and Disney are about to raise the bar for what people expect out of streaming services in terms of quantity, quality, and price.

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On Friday, Apple will release Apple TV Plus, where Apple's original programming will live. It costs $5 a month, but you get one free year of service if you buy an Apple product, such as an iPhone or Mac computer.

Early reviews for Apple TV Plus are mixed, with some critics calling series like "The Morning Show" and "See" underwhelming, at least at launch. But Apple has a ton of star power — and promise — attached to this thing.

Just look at all of the names who have committed to building series for Apple TV Plus: Steven Spielberg, Steve Carell, Chris Evans, the NBA star Kevin Durant, Kristen Bell, Rashida Jones, and Oprah Winfrey (to name a few).

Questions about quality aside, these are A-listers you don't usually see attached to streaming services. Netflix and HBO get some pretty big names too, including some of the names above, but Apple and Disney are going to attract a lot of big-name Hollywood talents. That will put more pressure on Netflix and HBO to continually do the same.

In about two weeks, Disney will launch Disney Plus, which costs $7 a month. (Disney has also been offering promotions throughout the year so it can be even cheaper than that.)

Disney Plus, like Apple TV Plus, will host a ton of original programming, but it also benefits from Disney's massive vault. On top of Disney's own movies and shows, Disney also owns Pixar, Marvel, "Star Wars," National Geographic, and Fox (including "The Simpsons"), so expect an onslaught of options.

Even if you buy subscriptions to both Apple TV Plus and Disney Plus, that's still cheaper than a single standard subscription to Netflix.

Netflix has three plans:

• "Basic" limits you to one screen and is standard-definition only. It costs $9 a month.
• "Standard" gives you high-definition video and lets you watch two screens at once. That costs $13 a month.
• "Premium" offers 4K support (on content where it's available), and you can watch on four screens at once. It costs $16 a month.

Similarly, HBO Now costs $15 a month.

A lot of people watch HBO and Netflix, since they have a ton of programming that people like to talk about, but the presence of Apple and Disney might make some people rethink their subscriptions.

All these streaming services start to add up. Hulu can cost anywhere from $6 a month to $12 a month. Amazon Prime Video can cost $9 a month, though it's included if you're an Amazon Prime member.

If you want all the above services, plus the new ones from Apple and Disney, it's going to cost you: If you buy into all the above services — Apple TV Plus, Disney Plus, a standard Netflix subscription, HBO Now, and Hulu — you're going to pay around $46 a month.

It will be interesting to see how people receive Apple TV Plus and Disney Plus. But given how the companies behind these services have a ton of power, money, and influence in the tech and entertainment spheres, I'm expecting a big shift in the landscape. The pressure will be on incumbents like Netflix and HBO to prove the value of their offerings.

HBO is in pretty good shape, even after the global bow of "Game of Thrones." It has a ton of hit shows, big-name actors, and interesting series, like "Watchmen,""Euphoria," and "Silicon Valley." It has always been a premium service, so don't expect much to change there. HBO will also have a new service, HBO Max, coming in 2020, and the company is pouring a ton of resources into it.

Netflix, on the other hand, is perhaps the most popular streaming service — for shows like "Stranger Things," movies like "To All The Boys I've Loved Before," and excellent docuseries like the new "Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner" series from David Chang — but it also has a ton of programming I'll just never watch. Netflix could definitely be pickier about which shows and movies it chooses to produce.

As Apple and Disney release their streaming services, it will be interesting to see how these mainstays respond. There will be more pressure to create shows that are not just good but phenomenal— both popular and critically acclaimed. Hopefully, these services (particularly Netflix and HBO) choose to also reexamine their own monthly prices.

But two things are certain: More competition in this space is a very good thing, and there has never been a better time to be a cord cutter.

• Marvel stars Charlie Cox ("Daredevil") and Tom Hiddleston ("Thor: Ragnarok") surprised fans at their Broadway show "Betrayal" in costume.
• Cox and Hiddleston dressed as each other's Marvel characters, Loki and Daredevil, respectively, and greeted fans.
• Their two other castmates, Zawe Ashton and Eddie Arnold, also dressed up as Captain Marvel and Captain America.
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Plenty of celebrities are dressing up for Halloween and Marvel stars Charlie Cox and Tom Hiddleston came up with a clever idea that fans are loving. 

Instead of dressing up as their own Marvel characters, the two traded looks. Cox dressed up as the God of Mischief Loki while Hiddleston did his best Daredevil impression. 

The duo, who are currently starring on Broadway show "Betrayal" together, stepped out in costume Wednesday evening to greet fans.

Hiddleston even signed playbills in costume.

It wasn't just Cox and Hiddleston who dressed up from their Broadway show. 

Their castmates, Zawe Ashton and Eddie Arnold, also joined them as Marvel supeheroes, Captain Marvel and Captain America. 

Fans loved that the two Marvel stars swapped characters for the night. 

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• The original "Ant-Man" director, Peyton Reed, is reportedly returning to direct a third movie in the franchise, according to The Hollywood Reporter. 
• THR reports the movie will likely be released in July 2022.
• The previous two films were released in July. If you consult Marvel Studios' release date calendar there's an open slot for July 9, 2022.
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A third "Ant-Man" movie is reportedly underway with franchise director Peyton Reed set to return, according to The Hollywood Reporter. 

According to THR, Paul Rudd is expected to return as Scott Lang/Ant-Man. 

The last time we saw Rudd was in April's "Avengers: Endgame" where he was grappling with the fact that his daughter, Cassie, was now five years older. 

THR reports the third film will likely be released in 2022. That checks out if you look at the current Marvel Studios calendar. 

In May, Disney announced eight untitled Marvel movies through 2o22. It confirmed five movies in July at San Diego Comic-Con and the release date of a "Black Panther 2" film at Disney's D23 Expo in August. 

Here's the current Marvel release schedule: 

May 1, 2020: "Black Widow"
November 6, 2020: "The Eternals"
February 12, 2021: "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings"
May 7, 2021: "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness"
July 16, 2021: "Spider-Man 3" (Disney/Sony)
November 5, 2021: "Thor: Love and Thunder"
February 18, 2022: 
May 6, 2022: "Black Panther 2"
July 9, 2022: 
Unknown dates: "Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 3" and "Blade"

Based on the current Marvel schedule we have, it's likely that the untitled "Ant-Man 3" could be released on that July 9, 2022 date. That fits. The previous two "Ant-Man" movies were both released in early July. 

Combined, both films have grossed over $1.1 billion worldwide in the summer month.

A representative for Disney did not immediately return Insider's request for comment.

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• At the junket for his new war movie "Midway," director Roland Emmerich — the man behind "Independence Day" and "The Day After Tomorrow"— told Insider that Marvel movies send him to sleep.
• "When I see Marvel movies, my eyes glaze over," he said in the interview in London, adding: "I watch them on the plane so I can fall asleep."
• Emmerich is among a growing number of established directors who have trashed the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
• Martin Scorsese first said that the movies weren't cinema, and Francis Ford Coppola even called them "despicable."
• "Midway" stars Patrick Wilson, Woody Harrelson, and Nick Jonas, and is out in theaters November 8.
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Add Roland Emmerich to the list of well-established directors who have expressed their dislike of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

The "Independence Day" director — whose new war movie "Midway" starring Woody Harrelson and Nick Jonas is out November 8 —  told Insider that he watches Marvel movies when he needs some help nodding off.

"When I see Marvel movies, my eyes glaze over," he said at a London junket for "Midway."

"I watch them on the plane so I can fall asleep."

Emmerich added his voice to those of Martin Scorsese and Francis Ford Coppola, who have both recently criticized the Marvel franchise.

In an interview with Empire magazine (via ScreenRant), Scorsese said that Marvel movies weren't cinema, and compared them to theme parks.

Coppola went even further, telling journalists in Lyon after being awarded the Prix Lumiere for his contribution to cinema that: "Martin was kind when he said it's not cinema. He didn't say it's despicable, which I just say it is."

Emmerich stipulated that he thought the two legends of cinema did go a bit far with their criticisms, telling Insider: "I would say it's a little bit harsh but I'm not a fan of these movies either because they feel very formulaic."

He said: "I think what's a little bit disconcerting for me is how the stories are told. Because you have to have a knowledge of the characters, they don't even bother to tell you, 'Oh this is this character and he has these kinds of superpowers.

"... What's really happening is the storytelling is going down the drain a little bit."

Emmerich added that he preferred the origin stories over the multi-hero "Avengers" blockbusters because there is more storytelling involved.

Many people in the industry have come to the MCU's defense since it was trashed by Scorsese and Coppola.

"Guardians of the Galaxy" director James Gunn wrote a heartfelt Instagram post where he compared the dominance of superhero movies at the box office today to that of gangster movies when Scorsese and Coppola were in their prime.

"Some superhero films are awful, some are beautiful. Like westerns and gangster movies (and before that, just MOVIES), not everyone will be able to appreciate them, even some geniuses. And that's okay," he wrote.

Meanwhile, "Thor: Ragnarok" director Taika Waititi told AP Entertainment: "Of course it's cinema! It's at the movies." 

Samuel L. Jackson was among the actors who have defended the movies, telling Variety: "I mean that's like saying Bugs Bunny ain't funny. Films are films. Everybody doesn't like [Scorsese's] stuff either.

"Everybody's got an opinion, so I mean it's okay.

"Ain't going to stop nobody from making movies."

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• Warning: There are spoilers for "Avengers: Endgame" ahead.
• Chris Evans accidentally spoiled one of the most poignant scenes in "Avengers: Endgame" for his colleague Anthony Mackie.
• Evans said on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" that he was having Mackie over to his house to watch football when he asked him about the scene where his character Captain America hands Mackie's character Falcon his iconic shield to carry the mantle.
• However, Mackie hadn't received the script yet.
• Neither were too upset that Evans had given away the spoiler, though. Evans said he gave Mackie the script and "got to watch him read the scene for the first time where he gets the shield, and he was so happy!"
• "It was so nice to share that with him," Evans added.
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• Chris Evans weighed in on the possibility of reprising his role as Marvel's Captain America/Steve Rogers during a conversation with costar Scarlett Johansson for Variety's "Actors on Actors" series.
• "It's not a hard no, but it's not an eager yes either," Evans said. 
• The actor went on to say that he likes how his character's journey closed in "Avengers: Endgame," and "if you're going to revisit it, it can't be a cash grab. It can't be just because audiences would to be excited."
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Chris Evans says "never say never" to reprising his role as Captain America/Steve Rogers in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but "it can't be a cash grab."

"It's not a hard no, but it's not an eager yes either," Evans said during a conversation with costar Scarlett Johansson for Variety's "Actors on Actors" series.

Evans, who stars in the new Rian Johnson-directed movie "Knives Out" and an upcoming Apple series called "Defending Jacob," added: "There are other things that I'm working on right now."

The 38-year-old actor starred in films like "Not Another Teen Movie" and the original "Fantastic Four" franchise before landing his role as Captain America. Evans previously turned down the part twice and made his debut as the superhero from Brooklyn in 2011's "Captain America: The First Avenger." He's portrayed the leader in several MCU films since then and his story line came to an end in 2019's blockbuster film "Avengers: Endgame."

At the end of movie, Steve traveled back in time to return the Infinity Stones to their respective destinations. After completing the mission, he stuck around to marry Peggy Carter and live out a happy life with her. When Steve traveled back to the present, the beloved superhero aged and was 106 years old.

He gave his iconic shield to Sam Wilson/Falcon (played by Anthony Mackie), which set up the character's upcoming Disney Plus series with Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan). 

"I think Cap had such a tricky arc to stick the landing, and I think they did a really nice job letting him complete his journey," Evans told Johansson. "If you're going to revisit it, it can't be a cash grab. It can't be just because audiences would to be excited. What are we revealing? What are we adding to the story?"

He added: "A lot of things would have to come together."

Regarding the film's ending, Evans said that "it'd be a shame to sour that."

"I'm very protective of it," he said. "It was such a precious time, and jumping onto the movie was a terrifying prospect to me. I said no a bunch of times, and there's a million and one ways it could have gone wrong and it could have backfired and I could have regretted it. And it didn't happen and to keep on testing that, it almost feels like maybe we should let this one sit."

Watch the video. (Evans talks about his Marvel role at 36:54).

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• Disney+ subscribers can stream all the Marvel movies, along with tons of brand-new original programming that takes fans deeper into the Marvel universe.
• As of publishing time, Disney+ has announced 10 new Marvel shows centered around major characters like Loki, Falcon, Scarlet Witch, Hawkeye, and more.
• Here are all the Marvel movies and shows you can stream on Disney+, including "The Falcon and Winter Soldier, "WandaVision, and "Loki."
  
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One of the biggest draws of Disney+ is the huge library of Marvel movies and exclusive new shows you can watch. Starting November 12, 2019, Marvel classics like "Iron Man" as well as new shows like "Loki" and "WandaVision" will all be in one place for unlimited streaming. 

What is Disney+ and how much does it cost?

Disney+ is Disney's new ad-free streaming subscription with tons of existing Disney movies and TV shows as well as new original shows and movies from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and 20th Century Fox.

There's a free 7-day trial for new subscribers. After that, the monthly subscription will cost $6.99/month, and an annual subscription will cost $69.99/year, which drops the monthly rate to $5.83. 

Streaming is available on your TV, computer, tablet, or smartphone with no limit on downloads. 

We've broken down everything you need to know about the streaming service over here.

What Marvel movies and shows can I watch?

When the new streaming subscription service launches on November 12, 2019, Disney+ will feature a ton of Marvel films. Titles like "Iron Man" and "Captain Marvel" will be available immediately, while recent blockbuster "Avengers: Endgame" will be available closer to the end of the year and movies like "Avengers: Infinity War" and "Black Panther" will roll out in  2020.

We'll also be blessed with spin-off series on fan-favorite characters in 2020. Loki will return with more of his mischief in a series aptly named "Loki," the Scarlet Witch will take us on a surreal spin in "WandaVision," and all sorts of alternative realities in the Marvel universe will be explored in the experimental animated series "What If?" There'll also be shows centered around new characters like Ms. Marvel and She-Hulk, though plot summaries and release dates are light as of publication time. 

Between the major blockbuster films, exclusive shows, and even reality shows, there's plenty of Marvel heroics for every kind of fan. 

Here are all the Marvel movies and shows you can watch on Disney+:

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Marvel movies

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When Disney+ launches, you'll be able to stream: 

• "Captain Marvel"
• "Iron Man"
• "Iron Man 3"
• "Thor: The Dark World" 
• "Marvel Studios: Assembling a Universe" 

On December 11, 2019, "Avengers: Endgame" will be released.

Over the first year, Disney+ will roll out: 

• "Ant-man and the Wasp"
• "Avengers: Infinity War"
• "Black Panther"
• "Captain America: The Winter Soldier"
• "Guardians of the Galaxy""
• "Iron Man 2"
• "Thor: Ragnarok"

Marvel TV Shows

• "Spider-Woman" (1979)
• "Spider-Man" (1981)
• "Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends" (1981)
• "X-Men: The Series" (1992)
• "Iron Man" (1994)
• "Fantastic Four" (1994)
• "Spider-Man"(1994)
• "The Incredible Hulk" (1996)
• "The Silver Surfer" (1998)
• "Avengers: United They Stand" (1999)
• "Spider-Man Unlimited" (1999)
• "Fantastic Four: World's Greatest Heroes" (2006)
• "Iron Man: Armored Adventures" (2008)
• "Iron Man" (2008)
• "Wolverine and the X-Men" (2009)
• "The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes" (2010)
• "Marvel's Ultimate Spider-Man" (2012)
• "Ultimate Spider-Man" (2012)
• "Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H." (2013)
• "Avengers Assemble" (2013)
• "Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy" (2015)
• "Spider-Man (2017)
• "Inhumans" (2017)
• "Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors" (2018)

'The Falcon and Winter Soldier' - Fall 2020

"The Falcon and Winter Soldier" will be the first of the new onslaught of Marvel shows to hit Disney+.

The new series reportedly will take place after Captain America passes the proverbial torch (in the form of his shield) to Sam Wilson, aka Falcon (Anthony Mackie). The Falcon will be accompanied by Bucky Barnes, aka Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan), who will most likely be struggling with his past. 

'WandaVision' - Spring 2021

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"WandaVision" features Wanda Maximoff aka Scarlet Witch (Elizabeth Olsen) and Vision (Paul Bettany) post "Avengers: Endgame." Characters like Jimmy Woo from "Ant-Man and the Wasp" (Randall Park) and Darcy Lewis (Kat Dennings) from "Thor: The Dark World" are also in the show, though the actual plot is still light on details.

'Loki' - Spring 2021

Spoiler alert: Loki and all his mischief is coming back.

This is excellent news for those who have been mourning Loki's death in "Avengers: Endgame." Tom Hiddleston returns as the Nordic trickster, most likely due to the tesseract that enables him to travel through space and time. 

'What If?' - Summer 2021

"What If?" is an animated series based in the Marvel Universe with the premise that changing one small thing in the narrative of the superheroes could change the course of the character and the world.

Major talent from Marvel include Chadwick Boseman (Black Panther), Josh Brolin (Thanos), Chris Hemsworth (Thor), Mark Ruffalo (the Hulk), Samuel L. Jackson (Nick Fury), and many more. 

'Hawkeye' - Fall 2021

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In late 2021, Hawkeye — a superhero without a superpower — will return to the screen in his own spin-off show.

In "Hawkeye," Clint Barton (Jeremy Renner) will mentor and bestow his knowledge upon young Avenger Kate Bishop. The character has yet to be officially cast but is rumored to be Hailee Steinfeld.  

'Ms. Marvel' - To be announced

"Ms. Marvel" will be a groundbreaking live-action show based on the comic by the same name. 

The show will feature Kamala Khan, Marvel's first Muslim superhero to star in her own solo comic series, as a Pakistani-American living with her devout family in New Jersey while dealing with her superpowers.

'She-Hulk' - To be announced

Marvel has yet to give much information about "She-Hulk." but we do know some details. 

The show will be based on Jennifer Walters, cousin of the Hulk, aka Bruce Banner. After Walters gets a blood transfusion from Banner, she gets some of the Hulk's gamma poisoning and becomes the She-Hulk. 

'Marvel Hero Project' - To be announced

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One of the reality programs on Disney+ will be the "Marvel Hero Project," which highlights extraordinary kids who have helped their community.

In each episode, the heroic kids get surprised with the honor of being drawn as superheroes in their very own Marvel comic. The comics will then be available via Marvel Unlimited and the Marvel Digital Comic Store for free.

'Moon Knight' - To be announced

Another project that is light on details is the upcoming adventure series "Moon Knight." All we know is that it's based on a cloaked avenger named Mark Specter, who suffers from multiple personalities and questionable instincts. 

'Marvel's 616' – To Be Announced

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The documentary series "Marvel's 616" (a working title according to Disney) will do a deep dive into the history and culture behind Marvel's stories and characters. 

• Disney announced a slew of new TV shows planned to premiere on the coming streaming service, Disney Plus.
• Several Marvel shows were among the new programming teased during a D23 Expo panel in Anaheim, California.
• We're also getting a "Lizzie McGuire" series, a new "Monsters, Inc." spinoff show, a new "Muppets" series, and three "Star Wars" prequel shows.
• Keep reading to see the full list of 19 new TV shows planned for Disney Plus.
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During Disney's D23 Expo event in Anaheim, California over the summer, the company announced a new slate of TV shows coming to its streaming service Disney Plus starting this fall. 

Five of the shows will be available right away starting on November 12, 2019 — the day the streaming service officially launches. For the rest, some approximate premiere dates have been announced while others are still in pre-production stages.

According to a report from TV Line, the new shows will be released one episode at a time on a weekly basis (instead of the full-season drop style Netflix employs for most of its programming).

Keep reading to see the full list of 19 new TV shows planned for Disney Plus.

"Monsters at Work" is a sequel series which picks up after the events of "Monsters, Inc."

When it premieres on Disney Plus: TBA

Starring Ben Feldman and Aisha Tyler as monsters named Tylor and Millie, respectively, this series follows a recent graduate from Monsters University who spent his college days training to scare children.

But just as Tylor arrives to work at the scream factory, the system is switched over to laugh-power (thanks to  the events of Pixar's "Monsters Inc." movie). 

Mike and Sulley (Billy Crystal and John Goodman, respectively) will have "special appearances" on the show, but the story line will mainly center around a new cast of monsters as they navigate the new system prioritizing comedy over scariness.

"High School Musical: The Musical: The Series" takes the Disney Channel movie narrative into meta territory.

When it premieres on Disney Plus: November 12, 2019

In real life, Disney's "High School Musical" was filmed at a school called East High. So in the 10-episode scripted series coming to Disney Plus, the story follows a group of 2019 high-schoolers at East High who decide to put on their own production of "High School Musical: The Musical." 

Disney is rebooting the Lizzie McGuire character for a new show about Lizzie's life as a millennial working in New York City.

When it premieres on Disney Plus: TBA

Bringing back "The Lizzie McGuire Show" creator Terri Minsky and star Hilary Duff, this new series shows our main character all grown up. 

Lizzie is now 30 years old and living in New York City working her "dream job" as an "apprentice to a fancy decorator." Duff told the D23 Expo crowd that the little animated 13-year-old Lizzie will still be present and constantly talking inside the mind of the now-adult Lizzie.

Read more: WHERE ARE THEY NOW: The cast of 'The Lizzie McGuire Movie' 15 years later

"Forky Asks a Question" is a new collection of Pixar shorts all starring the "Toy Story 4" character.

When it premieres on Disney Plus: November 12, 2019

Forky, voiced by "Veep" and "Arrested Development" actor Tony Hale, is a toy made from trash who deals with existential anxiety regarding his creation and existence throughout "Toy Story 4."

Now, in a series of 10 short films, Forky will speak with other Pixar characters about how the world works. 

On the episode previewed by Insider during the D23 Expo panel, Forky asks Ham (the "Toy Story" piggy bank character) an important question: "What is money?"

"Muppets Now" is a new "unscripted" series starring Miss Piggy, Kermit the Frog, and the rest of the Muppets.

When it premieres on Disney Plus: TBA

Few details about this show were announced during the D23 Expo panel, other than its existence and title. Instead of a trailer, Disney showed a video of Kermit bickering with a Muppet lawyer about all the things he wasn't allowed to say about the new show.

Disney so far is only promising "a new kind of mayhem and laughter" with this short-form series. 

Disney Plus is adding other unscripted shows, including "The World According to Jeff Goldblum."

When it premieres on Disney Plus: November 12, 2019

If you've ever wanted to watch Jeff Goldblum wander around the world and ask people questions about tattoo artistry, synchronized swimming, ice cream, jewelry, and more, then you're in luck. "The World According to Jeff Goldblum" is a 12-episode series following the actor on his own personal adventures. 

This reality/documentary-esque series is a National Geographic production which is part of the November 12 rollout on Disney Plus. 

"Encore" is the first reality series premiering on Disney Plus, and it's all about musical theater nerds.

When it premieres on Disney Plus: November 12, 2019

Kristen Bell ("Frozen,""The Good Place") is the executive producer and host of a new reality series on Disney Plus which brings high school theater performers back to the stage for a — you guessed it — encore. 

Bell and the "Encore" team found people of all ages who once starred in high school musical productions. Now the former performers will recreate the theater productions on stage again, sometimes singing in public for the first time in decades. 

The first Disney Plus original of 2020 will be "Diary of a Female President."

When it premieres on Disney Plus: January 2020

Gina Rodriguez ("Jane the Virgin") is the executive producer and "recurring guest star" on the new series starring Tess Romero. 

"Told using the narration from her diary, this half-hour single camera comedy follows 12-year-old Cuban-American girl Elena's journey through the trials of middle school, which set her on the path to ultimately become president of the United States," Disney's press release says.  

Now onto the "Star Wars" shows. The first major series will be "The Mandalorian," coming November 12, 2019.

When it premieres on Disney Plus: November 12, 2019

"The Mandalorian" is Disney's first live-action "Star Wars" series, and it follows a bounty hunter in the "outer reaches of the galaxy." According to a timeline shown during the D23 Expo panel, "The Mandalorian" takes place after the events of "Return of the Jedi." 

The series stars Pedro Pascal ("Game of Thrones"), MMA fighter and actress Gina Carano, Giancarlo Esposito ("Breaking Bad"), and more.

Disney also teased a currently unnamed "Star Wars" prequel series about Cassian Andor and the droid K-2SO.

When it premieres on Disney Plus: TBA

Stars Diego Luna and Alan Tudyk are reprising their roles from "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" for a series about the rebel spy and droid's years spent in the Rebellion before the events of "Rogue One" and "A New Hope." 

Ewan McGregor will also reprise his "Star Wars" role for a prequel series about Obi Wan Kenobi.

When it premieres on Disney Plus: TBA

Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy officially confirmed Ewan McGregor's return to the "Star Wars" universe "after secrets and fibs and not being able to talk about it" for years. 

The live-action prequel series will follow Obi Wan in the same time period that "Solo: A Star Wars Story" takes place (which means it will be in the timeline following the events of "Revenge of the Sith"— the last "Star Wars" movie McGregor appeared in).

"The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" is the first new Marvel series set to premiere on Disney Plus.

When it premieres on Disney Plus: Fall 2020

Set after the events of "Avengers: Endgame," this series stars Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan as Sam Wilson/Falcon and Bucky Barnes/The Winter Soldier, respectively. 

As revealed in the closing minutes of "Endgame," Sam Wilson will be the new Captain America now that Steve Rogers retired from heroism in the current timeline. On the new show, Wilson and Bucky Barnes will be forced to team up and we'll learn more about their characters. 

"WandaVision" is a mysterious new show described as "half classic sitcom, half Marvel Cinematic Universe [MCU] spectacular."

When it premieres on Disney Plus: Spring 2021

Few details about the actual plot of "WandaVision" are known, but Paul Bettany and Elizabeth Olsen will definitely be returning as Vision and Wanda for this "wacky and fun" series. The teaser shown during D23 hinted at a link between "The Dick Van Dyke Show" sitcom from the 1960s and the superheroes features in the MCU.

Kat Dennings and Randall Park will reprise their roles from the MCU's "Thor" and "Ant-Man and The Wasp," and actress Kathryn Hahn has been cast as a "nosy neighbor" character.

"Loki" will follow everyone's favorite god of mischief in the events after "Avengers: Endgame" when he disappeared with the Tesseract.

When it premieres on Disney Plus: Spring 2021

While the heroic Avengers were messing with timelines in "Endgame," the Loki from the first "Avengers" movie grabbed the Tesseract and vanished. Where did he go? We'll find out when "Loki" premieres on Disney Plus in 2021. 

Read more: The 27 biggest questions we have after seeing 'Avengers: Endgame'

"What If...?" is a new Marvel animated series that asks how the events we've already seen in the MCU movies might have worked out differently with one small change.

When it premieres on Disney Plus: Summer 2021

Many of the stars we've come to know in the MCU are returning to voice their characters for this animated anthology series. Hayley Atwell, who plays Peggy Carter in the "Captain America" movies, came out during the D23 Expo panel to tease one episode on which Peggy is the one turned into a super-soldier instead of Steve Rogers.

"Captain Carter" is just one possibility of many which will be explored in "What If...?" starting in 2021.

"Hawkeye" is the first MCU spinoff to focus on Clint Barton's character.

When it premieres on Disney Plus: Fall 2021

The "Hawkeye" series will show us more of what happened to Clint Barton, played by Jeremy Renner, after Thanos' devastating snap in "Avengers: Infinity War." We'll also see more of Kate Bishop, Barton's daughter who's starting to follow in her dad's footsteps. 

In the comics, Bishop takes up the mantle of Hawkeye (a narrative teased in the beginning scene of "Avengers: Endgame").

Disney also announced three more Marvel series, including "Moon Knight."

When it premieres on Disney Plus: TBA

As reported by Insider's Kirsten Acuna, "in the ['Moon Knight'] comics, Marc Spector is a mercenary who gets resurrected by an Egyptian moon god after being left for dead. He's a hero in New York City with multiple personalities."

"Ms. Marvel" will bring the first Pakistani-American superhero to life.

When it premieres on Disney Plus: TBA

"Ms. Marvel" is about a 16-year-old Pakistani-American girl from New Jersey named Kamala Khan. According to The Hollywood Reporter, "Ms. Marvel" will be written by British writer Bisha K. Ali, who's also acting as showrunner.

Last but not least, "She Hulk" will come to to Disney Plus.

When it premieres on Disney Plus: TBA

Also deriving from the Marvel comics, "She Hulk" tells the story of Jennifer Waters — the cousin of Bruce Banner in the comics who transforms into a green version of herself.

Disney Plus launches on November 12, and will cost $6.99 per month or $69.99 for a full year.

The streaming service will be available for a monthly or an annual rate, and Disney's press release says pricing varies outside the US. For each account, you'll be able to make up to seven profiles where you can save watch lists.

Disney says it will allow for a maximum of four concurrent streams. You'll be able to download anything from the Disney Plus catalogue to your phone or tablet device, enabling offline viewing. 

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• Disney has made some of the most famous movies of all time, from animated family films to Marvel superhero franchises. 
• But with hundreds of movies in its lineup, Disney doesn't always score well with critics.
• Here are the best and worst Disney movies of each decade based on critic scores on Rotten Tomatoes. 
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As a new decade approaches, so does the promise of more Disney films that will forever be associated with the 2020s.

The entertainment and media giant has been cranking out films since "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" was released nationwide in the US in 1938 and is now associated with some of the most beloved movies and franchises of all time. 

Each year, Disney releases a number of films that garner critical acclaim, but inevitably not all of its films resonate with critics.

Hits from popular franchises like Marvel and Star Wars tend to score highly with critics and fans alike, although they can't compete with the high praise Disney consistently receives for its bread and butter: animated films.

Here are the best and worst Disney movies of each decade, according to critics: 

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Worst of the 1940s: "Song of the South"

Critic score: 45%

User score: 72%

What critics said: "The film is very much a '40s Hollywood vision of the Ole South. The field hands march to and from work in neatly pressed work clothes, singing elaborate choral arrangements of spirituals."— The Los Angeles Times ("Song of the South" has become known as Disney's most "notorious" film for its racist character archetypes.)

Best of the 1940s: "Pinocchio"

Critic score: 100%

User score: 73%

What critics said: "It still is the best thing Mr. Disney has done and therefore the best cartoon ever made."— The New York Times

Worst of the 1950s: "The Shaggy Dog"

Critic score: 67%

User score: 48%

What critics said: "Unhappily, Producer Walt Disney tells his shaggy-dog story so doggedly that he soon runs it into the pound."— TIME Magazine

(tie) Best of the 1950s: "Davy Crockett: King of the Wild Frontier"

Critic score: 100%

User score: 78%

What critics said: "Walt Disney's amiable biography of the renowned American frontiersman is intended chiefly for youngsters, of course, but many a grown-up is likely to get quite a kick out of it too."— Maclean's Magazine

(tie) Best of the 1950s: "Darby O’Gill and the Little People"

Critic score: 100%

User score: 77%

What critics said: "[An] overpoweringly charming concoction of standard Gaelic tall stories, fantasy and romance."— The New York Times

Honorable Mention: "Lady and the Tramp"

Critic score: 93%

User score: 80%

What critics said: "The quintessential American love story — the one between the spoiled heiress and the spontaneous, fun-loving guy from the wrong side of the tracks — has seldom been more elegantly and entertainingly told."— The Chicago Tribune

Worst of the 1960s: "Babes in Toyland"

Critic score: 36%

User score: 60%

What critics said: "Live-action Mother Goose musical with mild slapstick action."— Common Sense Media

Best of the 1960s: "Mary Poppins'

Critic score: 100%

User score: 86%

What critics said: "Mary Poppins is a picture that is, more than most, a triumph of many individual contributions. And its special triumph is that it seems to be the work of a single, cohesive intelligence."— The Hollywood Reporter

Worst of the 1970s: "The Black Hole"

Critic score: 40%

User score: 45%

What critics said: "An elegant, if stubbornly unexciting, popcorn-muncher that flips into a chin-scratcher, with a crew of mostly bland heroes."— eFilmCritic.com

Best of the 1970s: "The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh"

Critic score: 100%

User score: 88%

What critics said: "Disney has made a number of features by cobbling together shorter stories, but none more cleverly and successfully than this one."— Family Home Theater

Honorable Mention: "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope"

Critic score: 93%

User score: 96%

What critics said: "I haven't had as much fun at a movie in years. With its technical wizardry, high-velocity storytelling and spirited good humor, Star Wars dazzles the child in us."— Newsday

Worst of the 1980s: "Howard the Duck"

Critic score: 15%

User score: 38%

What critics said: "The movie is too scuzzy to beguile children, too infantile to appeal to adults."— Time

(tie) Best of the 1980s: "Never Cry Wolf"

Critic score: 100%

User score: 84%

What critics said: "Capturing the changes a man goes through as he learns about life in the wilds, 'Never Cry Wolf' is very informative."— TV Guide

(tie) Best of the 1980s: "The Journey of Natty Gann"

Critic score: 100%

User score: 78%

What critics said: "Beautifully photographed and designed, evocatively scored, it's a pleasantly archaic family entertainment in the Disney tradition."— The Washington Post

Honorable Mention: "Who Framed Roger Rabbit"

Critic score: 97%

User score: 84%

What critics said: "If the pleasures of Who Framed Roger Rabbit are mostly incidental, they are certainly more than considerable."— The Orlando Sentinel

Worst of the 1990s: "The Big Green"

Critic score: 0%

User score: 46%

What critics said: "'The Big Green' is at its worst and most desperate when resorting to ridiculous hallucinations and silly sped-up photography to get laughs, and it's at its best when … well, it's over."— The Austin Chronicle

Best of the 1990s: "Toy Story"

Critic score: 100%

User score: 92%

What critics said: "The rivalry between Woody the cowboy and Buzz the astronaut is worked out as a direct parallel to any other family quarrels and it is this sense of oneness that gives the film its kick."— The Guardian

Worst of the 2000s: "Old Dogs"

Critic score: 5%

User score: 44%

What critics said: "Heartless, brainless and unable to do anything with what it does have to offer, 'Old Dogs' doesn't know who it's for or what it's offering. It just needs to get made because people have to have something to do. Spare yourself and your kids."— ComingSoon.net

Best of the 2000s: "Finding Nemo"

Critic score: 99%

User score: 86%

What critics said: "'Finding Nemo' offers as much in terms of thrills, frights, humour and psychological insight as it does in pure technical skill, proving that a movie can be art without being an 'art' movie."— The London Evening Standard

Worst of the 2010s: "Need for Speed"

Critic score: 22%

User score: 57%

What critics said: "You wouldn't think a movie called 'Need For Speed' would feel so slow."— The Hollywood Reporter

(tie) Best of the 2010s: "Toy Story 3"

Critic score: 98%

User score: 89%

What critics said: "It's still more inventive, clever and laugh-out-loud funny than any other movie out there now."— The Wrap

(tie) Best of the 2010s: "Inside Out"

Critic score: 98%

User score: 89%

What critics said: "As so often with Pixar, you feel that you are visiting a laboratory crossed with a rainbow."— The New Yorker

• Disney launched its Disney Plus streaming service on Tuesday.
• The ad-free service costs $7 a month or $70 a year.
• Its offerings revolve around both old and new Disney content, spanning Disney original movies, Pixar, National Geographic, Marvel, "Star Wars," and more.
• Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.

Disney's much-anticipated Disney Plus streaming service officially launched on Tuesday. While some users were having technical issues, others were able to explore the wide array of movies and TV shows available on the service.

Disney Plus costs $7 per month or $70 per year, which is within a few dollars of a basic Netflix streaming plan. The Disney service doesn't touch on every genre the way Netflix does, but because Disney owns so many other production companies, you won't be stuck with Steamboat Willie.

Here's what using Disney Plus looks like.

The home screen gives an overview of the content on Disney Plus. The top image switches among popular movies like "Avatar" and Disney's original shows and movies.

Scrolling down, you'll see many of the categories to browse through, including Disney originals, recommended content, and hit movies.

Disney seems to be going for nostalgia, highlighting Disney Channel favorites from the 1990s and 2000s, plus movies like "The Parent Trap."

The "out of the vault" section is also one of the major appeals of the service. Disney has historically circulated films in and out of its "Disney Vault," so older titles were not always available.

The "Star Wars" tab is an easy place for fans to access all "Star Wars" content, including every movie — with the originals available in 4K ultra-high-definition too.

Content in the tab is helpfully divided into intuitive categories, like movies, series, and shorts.

The Marvel tab is also likely to be a big draw. It has all the Marvel movies, plus TV series and other shorts.

The service has older Marvel cartoons too.

The National Geographic section has original content like "The World According to Jeff Goldblum" and critically acclaimed documentaries like "Free Solo."

The rest of the section is filled out with nature shows and informative series.

The Pixar section — with the familiar lamp logo — has every Pixar movie and short film.

Finally, the Disney section highlights new original content, but it also has sections for movies from the vault and old Disney Channel shows.

When you search at the top of the screen, you can type whatever you're looking for, but Disney Plus also offers helpful suggestions by directing you to collections like Disney Channel original movies or the "Muppets" videos.

The "Disney Through the Decades" collection is a neat package that lets you watch titles dating all the way back to the 1920s.

You can also filter by only Disney Plus originals.

The movies tab also has filters you can apply, including comedy and documentary.

When you watch something through the service, the controls allow you to skip forward or backward 10 seconds, pause, adjust the volume, and make it full screen.

Changing audio and caption languages is done through a button in the upper right of the screen.

You can sign up for a seven-day free trial to test the service before committing.

Check out the Disney Plus website »

• Warning: There are spoilers ahead for "Avengers: Endgame."
• When Disney Plus launched Tuesday, fans quickly spotted a new deleted scene on the streamer.
• The scene features Katherine Langford ("13 Reasons Why") who was cast as an older version of Tony's daughter in the film.
• The scene, which can be watched with or without director commentary, shows Tony making peace with his daughter before his untimely death.
• Directors Anthony and Joe Russo said it was cut because it felt like "Endgame" was starting to have too many endings and because it felt like viewers may not have as much of an emotional connection to this version of Morgan who they only just met.
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Disney's not done releasing deleted scenes for "Avengers: Endgame" yet.

When Disney's streaming site, Disney Plus, launched Tuesday, fans were excited to discover a new deleted scene for the film featuring Tony Stark and his daughter, Morgan, all grown-up.

The scene features Katherine Langford ("13 Reasons Why"), who was supposed to appear as an adult version of Tony and Pepper Potts' daughter in a dreamlike sequence. 

Disney released the just over two-minute scene with and without commentary from directors Anthony and Joe Russo.

What happens

After Tony snaps his fingers wearing the Iron Gauntlet, he's transported to a mysterious place. As he tries to gather what's going on, he hears a voice call out to him. 

Tony turns around to see a grown version of Morgan, played by Langford. Tony quickly realizes the young woman is his daughter. 

"I guess it worked," Tony tells his daughter. 

"Yeah, it worked for me. I got to live, grow up. For you, I can't answer," she responds, ominously.

Morgan, of course, is referencing Tony's impending death. The force of using the gauntlet is too much for a human to survive. Tony grapples with his decision and tells Morgan he thinks he may have made a mistake. She tells him he's proud of him and sad, but that someone had to make that decision. 

"I'm happy we had the time that we did, and that you were there for me until you couldn't be," Morgan tells her dad.

"If you're happy. I'm happy," says Tony.

The two part with Tony kissing his daughter and whispering "I love you, 3,000" in her ear.

Why Tony sees a version of his daughter grown up

The Russo brothers said they sent Tony to the Way Station in order for him to reconcile something that was unresolved in his life and so he could come to peace with the decision he just made by sacrificing his life for everyone else. 

"This is originally what happened after Tony snapped his fingers," said Joe Russo. "We sent him to what we would call the Way Station to mirror what had happened to Thanos with his daughter in '[Avengers] Infinity War.'"

The powers of the Infinity Stones are pretty limitless and are able to show him an older version of his daughter from the future to let him know it's OK to move on.

Why it was cut

The Russos said the scene ultimately felt like it took away from the emotional impact of the rest of the scene and made the film feel like it was neverending.

"When we put this in the film we felt like it ground the movie to a halt, and he does something similar in the next sequence when he gives his own eulogy," Joe Russo said of the decision to leave the scene on the cutting room floor. 

At this point, it felt like "Endgame" was starting to have too many endings. 

"When you have too many sequences in a row, you can dilute the value of each one of them," said Joe Russo. 

"Because this adult version of Morgan was never in the film, as we would watch it in post, we started to feel like we didn't have a lot of emotional connection — even though this is a wonderful actor — we didn't have a lot of emotional connection to the character because we had never seen her before," added Anthony Russo of why it was easier to cut this moment.

Why it's better that way

If Tony had that experience after snapping his fingers then we could presume that anytime someone uses the gauntlet that they have a similar experience.

That would mean that Bruce Banner would also have had a similar experience after he snapped his fingers to bring everyone back and that Thanos also would have had another other worldly experience after snapping everyone away at the end of "Infinity War."

That makes things a bit more complicated and muddled. 

As well, the scene ends with Tony whispering "I love you, 3,000" into Morgan's ear. That probably would have taken away from the emotional punch of Tony's message to his young daughter and Pepper in one of the following scenes.

You can watch both versions of the scene on Disney Plus. 

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It's been a big year for Marvel.

2019 marks the 80th anniversary of Marvel, the highly-anticipated release of "Avengers: Endgame," and the launch of Disney+, a new streaming subscription that will house all the Marvel movies plus a ton of new shows. 

But avid Marvel fans know that their love runs deeper than these events combined. They could tell you that the very first comic book was released in October 1939 and featured superheroes like the Human Torch and the Sub-Mariner off the top of their heads. They'd be able to predict that characters like Iron Man, Spider-Man, Thor, Captain America, and more would become household names.

But most importantly, they could tell you that they'd enjoy every single one of the gifts here in this shopping guide, from a Disney+ subscription they'd use daily to a Mjolnir meat tenderizer they'd use, well, daily.

Here are 24 super-cool gifts any Marvel fan would love:

A Disney+ subscription

Subscribe to Disney+ for $6.99/month or $69.99/year, available at Disney+

Disney+ is the gift that keeps on giving. For $6.99 a month or $69.99 a year, they can access all the Marvel movies, as well as new shows exclusive to the streaming platform. Here are all the Marvel titles available to stream, and read everything there is to know about Disney+ over here.

A meat tenderizer that allows you to flatten meat like Thor

Seven20 Marvel Thor Mjolnir Meat Tenderizer, $24.99, available at Amazon

Pummel your beef or chicken with this clever hammer meat tenderizer inspired by Thor's mighty Mjolnir. The double-sided tool features a silicone grip handle so you'll be able to harness the power safely. It even has a reminder of Thor's legacy with the quote "Whosoever holds this hammer, if they be worthy, shall possess the power of Thor" embossed on one side of the hammer. 

A super way to make a cup of coffee

Captain America 1-Cup Coffee Maker With Mug, $19.13, available at Amazon

Let Captain America make you a cup of joe. He'll brew one up for you via ground coffee and will look good doing it.

A way to build your own Sanctum Sanctorum

LEGO Marvel Super Heroes Avengers: Infinity War Sanctum Sanctorum, $99.99, available at LEGO

Using over 1,000 Lego pieces, build your own Sanctum Sanctorum as seen in "Avengers: Infinity War." It's not just the building you'll get but also figures of Doctor Strange, Iron Man, Iron Spider-Man, Cull Obsidian, and Ebony Maw.

A sturdy suitcase to bring superheroes on your trip

Heys America Marvel Comics Print Spinner Luggage, $119.99, available at Bed Bath & Beyond

Don't hit the road alone, bring along a few of your mighty friends. This lightweight spinner suitcase is covered in black-and-white comic strip images of Marvel favorites like Iron Man, The Hulk, and Captain America. 

A Hulk head and fist that hangs out on your wall

Marvel AVENGERS Incredible HULK FIST & HEAD Night Light Set, $59.95, available at Amazon

This is a wild way to do a night-light, but if you're a Hulk fan, it's wild in all the right ways. This head and fist set is cordless; they both run on batteries. The set includes the crack stickers, so it really looks like the Hulk is coming through your wall. If you like other options, you can invite Spider-Man, Iron Man, or Captain America to bust through your walls. 

A Rocket Raccoon Tiki Mug for your own powerful elixir

Guardians of the Galaxy Geeki Tikis Rocket Raccoon, $17.99, available at Target

The easy part is ordering this retro style 16-ounce Ceramic Tiki Mug featuring Rock Raccoon. The hard part is stopping at just one! Geeki Tikis also makes an Iron Man, Black Panther, and Spider-Man mug among many, many others.  

A smartwatch that will help get you into hero shape

Garmin Captain Marvel Smartwatch, $399.99, available at Garmin

Garmin just released special edition smartwatches inspired by Captain America and Captain Marvel. Not only does it offer many smart features, it also has character-inspired app experiences too. The smartwatch has fitness and wellness tracking tools, notifications, music, and Garmin Pay. The superhero interface includes badges you can earn by completing various fitness activities. 

A cute place for your pens and pencils

Baby Groot Pencil Holder, $10.99, available at Amazon

One of the cutest creatures in the Marvel universe has to be Baby Groot. This adorable guy can live on your desk and keep watch over your pens and pencils. You can also use it as a planter if you'd like!

A way to honor Stan Lee

Stan Lee Funko Pop!, $7.26, available at Amazon

Stan Lee, who has become synonymous with Marvel, is honored with this stylish Funko Pop! figure. The patina of this figure really gives it a regal appeal. 

A way to put on your makeup like a superhero

Captain Marvel Creative Makeup Brush Set, $12.44, available at Amazon

This five-piece brush set has everything you need to do your makeup like a hero, or in this case, like Captain Marvel aka Carol Danvers. 

An old-school way to listen to the 'Guardians' soundtrack

Guardians Of The Galaxy: Awesome Mix Vol. 1, $7.94, available at Amazon

Since the epic superhero flick "Guardians of the Galaxy" was released in 2014, the soundtrack has been a bestseller. In fact, it's No. 1 in soundtracks on Amazon as we write this. While you can order it digitally, on CD, or on vinyl, we love the old cassette version just like Peter Quill has in the movie. 

A pair of kicks to let your kid get in touch with their inner superhero

Marvel Captain Marvel RapidaRun Shoes, $65, available at Adidas

Adidas has a variety of superhero-inspired sneakers perfect for those little ones who are on the go. We love this pair that pay tribute to Captain Marvel with the blue, red, and gold detailing. 

A guidebook to the Marvel Universe

Marvel Encyclopedia, New Edition, $20.49, available at Amazon

Do a deep dive into the Marvel Universe with this comprehensive encyclopedia that includes all sorts of facts, stats, and images featuring 1,200 classic and new Marvel characters.

A stylish Black Panther hoodie

Black Panther long-sleeve hoodie, $29.90, available at Uniqlo

Uniqlo continues to roll out unique capsule collections based on Marvel, from Spiderman T-shirts to Hulk sweatshirts. This Black Panther hoodie is particularly cool. They also just launched the Marvel Retro Gaming collection, very hip. 

A great way to get to know Stan Lee

The Stan Lee Story, $158.01, available at Amazon

Marvel's Stan Lee may be gone, but he'll never be forgotten. This large format book (it's 20 inches by 13 inches by 3 inches) includes a large assortment of stunning images and a huge amount of information. 

A way to make Captain America toast

Captain America 2-Slice Toaster, $24.34, available at Amazon

This two-slice toaster will mark your bread with an image of Captain America's shield. 

A pair of Spidey socks

Spider-Man socks by Stance, $20.95, available at shopDisney

This pair of Stance Spider-Man socks has cool retro comic book graphics, perfect for any web-slinger. 

A pair of gleaming gold cufflinks à la Thanos

Thanos Infinity Gauntlet cufflinks, $101.99, available at shopDisney

Show off your love for "Avengers: Infinity War" with this pair of Infinity Gauntlet cufflinks. The gold tone set includes faux jewels that represent the Infinity Stones: Space, Power, Reality, Time, Mind, and Soul. 

A timepiece worthy of an Avenger

Marvel's Avengers Eco-Drive Watch by Citizen, $350, available at shopDisney

This Avengers watch has its own superpower: The Citizen Eco-Drive technology converts light sources into energy, so there's no need for batteries. Plus, the Avengers logo and swanky design are pretty sweet. 

A set of Black Panther Kimoyo Beads

Black Panther Kimoyo Bead Glass Bracelet by RockLove, $29.95, available at shopDisney

You don't need to go to Wakanda to get a set of kimoyo beads. You can pick up a set right here! Sadly, no special powers come with them — they just look cool. 

A bag made from Groot

Groot 100% Recycled Tote Bag, $19.95, available at shopDisney

This 100% recycled tote bag gives a whole new use for the tree-like creature Groot from Guardians of the Galaxy fame, besides you know, saving the universe. 

A way to mix it up with the superheroes

Marvel Spider-Man Silicone Spatulas, $26.36, available at William-Sonoma 

Bring superhero strength to your cooking with this set of heat-resistant silicone spatulas. Each of the three mixing tools is decorated with a different Spider-Man moment. 

A way to get in early on the Avengers Campus frenzy

Avengers Campus Shirt, $24.99, available at shopDisney

Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure may not be opening until 2020, but it's not too early to get in on the action. This new Marvel-themed land — which will include a Spider-Man attraction and an Ant-Man themed eatery — already is rolling out the merchandise in anticipation of all the action that's to come. Be an early recruit by picking up one of these Avengers Campus T-shirts. 

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• Anthony Mackie will take over as the new Captain America on next year's Disney Plus show, "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier."
• "To be a Black man in 2019 and be given he helm of Captain America with the history of Black men in this country is a monumental step, not only in entertainment, but also in my life," Mackie told Deadline of getting to wield the shield.
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Marvel Cinematic Universe star Anthony Mackie — who is set to reprise his role as Sam Wilson/Falcon in the upcoming Disney Plus series "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier"— has opened up about what exactly it's like for him to be the new wielder of Captain America's shield.

In an interview with Deadline, Mackie was asked what exactly it's like to carry such an iconic symbol around with him.

"You know what, to be honest, it's very emotional," he replied. "I've been in the business for 20 years and I've been fortunate enough to do some amazing stuff and work with amazing people. For me, to be a Black man in 2019 and be given he helm of Captain America with the history of Black men in this country is a monumental step, not only in entertainment, but also in my life."

"It's been extremely emotional," Mackie continued. "Look, my grandfather was a sharecropper, you know what I mean? There's a lot of history and pain and triumph and joy that comes along with me being Captain America."

Mackie made his MCU debut as Sam Wilson/Falcon in the 2014 film "Captain America: The Winter Soldier." He subsequently reprised his role in "Avengers: Age of Ultron,""Ant-Man,""Captain America: Civil War,""Avengers: Infinity War" and "Avengers: Endgame."

As "Endgame" drew to a close, an elderly Steve Rogers effectively retired as Captain America -- passing the red, white and blue vibranium shield to Sam. "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" rejoins Sam and Sebastian Stan's Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier, who are left to deal with "Endgame'"s aftermath.

Directed by Kari Skogland, "The Falcon and The Winter Soldier" stars Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, Emily VanCamp, Wyatt Russell and Daniel Brühl and will be available on Disney Plus in fall 2020.

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• In an interview with Buzzfeed, Jeff Goldblum said Robert Downey Jr. will return as Iron Man in Marvel's upcoming animated "What If...?" series.
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Actor Robert Downey Jr. will be back to voice Tony Stark aka Iron Man in Marvel Studios' "What If...?"— that's according to Jeff Goldblum.

The MCU's inaugural hero bowed out of the universe in Joe and Anthony Russo's "Avengers: Endgame." In the movie, he met his poetic death by sacrificing himself to ensure the safety of the universe from Thanos (Josh Brolin) and his minions' threats. However, it seems like it won't be that long until fans get to see him reprise him the role — at least, this time in an animated series.

"What If...?," which was announced during Marvel Studios' San Diego Comic-Con panel, will imagine how things would've panned out if certain key events in The Infinity Saga went down differently.

Coming exclusively to Disney Plus, the show won't have any impact on the established MCU canon. Despite this, it allows the series creative freedom to tackle interesting scenarios like Peggy Carter as Captain America; Bucky fighting off zombie Captain America; skinny Steve Rogers essentially becoming Iron Man; and T'Challa assuming the role of Star-Lord rather than Peter Quill - all of which was teased on "Expanding the Universe." 

Jeffrey Wright, on the other hand, will play the show's narrator, Uatu aka The Watcher. However, one unannounced episode is reportedly bringing back Downey as Stark.

In a recent Buzzfeed interview, Goldblum talked about reprising his role as The Grandmaster in "What If...?" and as he recalled recording his part, he revealed that Downey is set to voice Iron Man in the same episode. "Thor: Ragnarok" and "Thor: Love and Thunder" director Taika Waititi, also joins them as Korg.

Sadly, he didn't reveal any plot specifics about the episode.

Hey. Well, we're talking about it in fact. You know, I hope so. I love Taika Waititi. He's a great director and a friend of mine. So I hope so, but I played the part again a couple of days ago. I went to the Disney Studios and I recorded the Grandmaster's voice for an episode of a show that's going to be on Disney+ called What If…? where it's an animated version of all the characters we know and love from Marvel. And this episode included the Grandmaster and Iron Man, so Robert Downey will do a voice in that. And Korg, Taika Waititi, had already recorded his voice for that. So yeah, I enjoyed it for a couple of hours. I enjoyed doing that again. So the Grandmaster is well.

Goldblum and Waititi are among the 25 confirmed MCU actors voicing their roles for "What If...?," but it's worth noting that Marvel Studios have yet to announce that Downey is also involved in the animated series.

Given this, it's for the best that fans wait for an official information before getting attached to the notion that the actor is reprising the genius, billionaire character in the show. In the event that this is actually the case, the idea of all three hilarious characters from the universe with different brands of humor uniting is already interesting.

"Endgame" beautifully wrapped up Stark's MCU journey with Downey permanently hanging up his superhero suit. Given this, many assumed it would at least take a while before the actor reprises the role if Marvel Studios still has some story for him. However, considering that "What If...?" is separated from the universe, his supposed return won't have any impact to how Iron Man's narrative ended. In any case, the animated series won't be out until summer 2021 so a significant amount of time will have passed since Downey's outing, so this might actually work.

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Walt Disney Studios has an enviable movie slate for years to come. 

In addition to its upcoming Disney animated movies and live-action films, the studio also releases Pixar movies, "Star Wars" films, and Marvel movies.

With the company's 2019 acquisition of Fox studios, which includes 20th Century Fox, Fox Searchlight Pictures, and Blue Sky Studios, Disney gained control of a number of upcoming projects and franchises like "Avatar." 

Here are the over 69 Disney and Fox movies currently scheduled for release.

Anjelica Oswald contributed to an earlier version of this article.

Queen Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven will adventure outside of Arendelle in "Frozen II."

Release date: November 22, 2019

Voice actors Idina Menzel (Elsa), Kristen Bell (Anna), Jonathan Groff (Kristoff), Josh Gad (Olaf), and Santino Fontana (Hans) are all returning for the "Frozen" sequel and will be joined by Evan Rachel Wood and Sterling K. Brown in unknown roles. 

You can read Business Insider's review here.

"Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" is the third and final installment in the new "Star Wars" sequel trilogy.

Release date: December 20, 2019

The film takes place about a year after the events of "The Last Jedi" as the Resistance continues to fight the First Order. 

The returning cast includes Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Adam Driver, Oscar Isaac, and Kelly Marie Tran. Billy Dee Williams returns from the original series as Lando, while Keri Russell and Richard E. Grant have joined the cast. Carrie Fisher will appear as Leia Organa in previously shot footage. 

Read more: Watch the final trailer for 'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,' which teases the return of Palpatine and more Luke Skywalker

"Spies in Disguise" is an animated film from Fox.

Release date: December 25, 2019

Will Smith voices Lance, a super spy who's transformed into a pigeon as a disguise. 

Tom Holland, Rashida Jones, Karen Gillan, and DJ Khaled also lend their voices to the film. 

Fox's "Underwater" is an action film about a crew of underwater researchers.

Release date: January 10, 2020

The researchers must act when their laboratory is nearly destroyed by an earthquake. Kristen Stewart, Jessica Henwick, Mamoudo Athie, and John Gallagher Jr. star in the movie.

You can watch a trailer for the movie here.

Fox's "Call of the Wild" will be a live-action and CGI movie based on Jack London's novel of the same name.

Release date: February 21, 2020

The story is about a dog who is stolen off his family's property and sold as a sled dog. 

Harrison Ford, Karen Gillan, Dan Stevens, and Bradley Whitford will star in the movie. 

Disney and Pixar's "Onward" will follow two brothers.

Release date: March 6, 2020

The film is centered on creatures such as elves, unicorns, and trolls. Chris Pratt and Tom Holland play elf brothers Ian and Barley Lightfoot who set out on an adventure to try and bring their dead father back for 24 hours.

The movie is based on director Dan Scanlon's experiences with his own brother. Julia Louis-Dreyfuss, and Octavia Spencer will voice characters in the film. 

You can read more about "Onward" here.

Disney's live-action "Mulan" is an adaptation of the animated movie of the same name.

Release date: March 27, 2020

The film follows a young woman who disguises herself as a man, takes her father's place in war, and saves China. The cast includes Yifei Liu, Donnie Yen, Yoson An, Jet Li, and Jason Scott Lee. 

Read more: Here's the cast of Disney's live-action 'Mulan' and who they're playing

Fox's "The New Mutants" has been pushed back once again.

Release date: April 3, 2020

The horror superhero movie was set for a 2019 release but has been moved to 2020. The film is another installment in the "X-Men" series and centers on a group of young mutants being held in a secret facility. 

Anya Taylor-Joy, Maisie Williams, Charlie Heaton, Henry Zaga, Blu Hunt, and Alice Braga star. 

Disney will release horror thriller "Antlers" through Fox Searchlight.

Release date: April 20, 2020

The horror movie will follow a teacher and her brother who "become entwined with a young student" who has a dangerous secret. 

Keri Russell and Jesse Plemons star in the film. 

You can watch a trailer here.

Following "Avengers: Endgame," Disney is releasing "Black Widow."

Release date: May 1, 2020

David Harbour, Florence Pugh, O-T Fagbenle, and Rachel Weisz star in the film along with Scarlett Johansson. Taskmaster will be the villain in the movie. The crowd at D23 saw an exclusive first look at the movie. 

Fox's "The Personal History of David Copperfield" will be released overseas first.

Release date: May 8, 2020

The film is based on the Victorian era novel by Charles Dickens and will be released in the UK in January 2020.

Dev Patel, Tilda Swinton, Peter Capaldi, and Hugh Laurie star in the comedy drama. 

You can watch a trailer for the movie here. 

Fox's "The Woman In the Window" is based on the thriller novel of the same name.

Release date: May 15, 2020

Amy Adams plays a child psychologist with agoraphobia, an anxiety disorder that prevents her from venturing outside. She witnesses a crime while spying on her neighbors and must reckon with what she has seen. 

Julianne Moore, Gary Oldman, Bruan Tyree Henry, and Anthony Mackie also star. The movie was pushed back from an October 4, 2019 release.

Disney's "Artemis Fowl" was pushed to 2020.

Release date: May 29, 2020

The film is an adaptation of the fantasy novels of the same name that follows a young boy and his bodyguard as they try to rescue his criminal dad. 

The cast includes Ferdia Shaw, Judi Dench, Josh Gad, Nonso Anozie, and Hong Chau. 

You can watch a trailer for the film here.

Next June, Pixar will release "Soul."

Release date: June 19, 2020

Disney and Pixar announced the film Wednesday, June 19, 2019. The movie will "take you on a journey from the streets of New York City to the cosmic realms to discover the answers to life's most important questions."

Pixar's chief creative officer Pete Docter will direct the film. Jamie Foxx voices Joe Gardner, the character seen above, who is a middle-school band teacher who has a passion for jazz music. Tina Fey will voice a "soul-in-training" who has an unexpected encounter with Gardner and has to help him get back to Earth. 

Nine Inch Nails' Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross are composing the film with original jazz music from Jon Batiste.

You can watch the first trailer for the movie here.

Fox's "Free Guy" stars Ryan Reynolds and Jodie Comer ("Killing Eve").

Release date: July 3, 2020

Reynolds plays a bankteller, named Guy, whose bank gets robbed multiple times daily. When Guy starts wondering what's going on, he realizes he's a non-playable character in a video game. Reynolds debuted the first footage for the film at New York Comic Con in October to a warm reception. 

Ryan Reynolds, Jodie Comer, Taika Waititi, Joe Keery, Lil Rel Howery, and Utkarsh Ambudkar star. 

You can read more about the movie here.

Disney's "Jungle Cruise" is based on the ride of the same name from the Disney parks.

Release date: July 24, 2020

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson plays a 1930s riverboat captain who goes on an exploratory mission into the jungle. 

Emily Blunt, Jack Whitehall, Paul Giamatti, Édgar Ramírez, and Jesse Plemons also star. 

You can watch the first trailer for the movie here.

Fox's horror movie "The Empty Man" is based on a graphic novel.

Release date: August 7, 2020

The film follows an ex-cop who tries to find a missing girl as he's haunted by the death of his wife and son.

The adaptation stars James Badge Dale ("13 Hours"), Samantha Logan, and Aaron Poole.

Disney's "The One and Only Ivan" is based on the children's story of the same name.

Release date: August 14, 2020

The children's story centers on a gorilla named Ivan who lives in a cage at a mall. 

The cast includes Bryan Cranston, Ariana Greenblatt, Indira Varma, and Ramon Rodriguez, while the voice cast includes Sam Rockwell, Brooklyn Prince, Angelina Jolie, Danny DeVito, and Helen Mirren. 

Fox will release a third "Kingsman" movie from director Matthew Vaughn.

Release date: September 18, 2020

On June 19, Disney confirmed the name of the third movie will be "The King's Man." According to Disney and Fox, the film will follow the origins of the independent intelligence agency.

The synopsis reads, "As a collection of history's worst tyrants and criminal masterminds gather to plot a war to wipe out millions, one man must race against time to stop them."

The film was moved back seven months from a February 14 release. 

You can watch the first trailer for the film here. 

Fox's "Death on the Nile" is a movie adaptation of the Agatha Christie novel.

Release date: October 9, 2020

The Hercule Poirot film includes Gal Gadot, Letitia Wright, Armie Hammer, Kenneth Branagh, and Tom Bateman. 

"Everybody's Talking About Jamie" is based on the musical of the same name.

Release date: October 23, 2020

The musical is about a 16-year-old teenager who becomes a drag queen. It will star Richard E. Grant, Max Harwood, and Sharon Horgan.

Disney will release "The Eternals" in November 2020.

Release date: November 6, 2020

Marvel has quietly been casting the film based around the group of immortal beings created by cosmic Gods. Richard Madden ("Game of Thrones"), Kumail Nanjiani ("Stuber"), Lauren Ridloff ("The Walking Dead"), Brian Henry Tyree ("Atlanta"), Salma Hayek, Don Lee, and Angelina Jolie will star in the movie.

Read more: Marvel just announced its next big superhero group the Eternals. Here's the cast and who they're playing.

Fox's "Deep Water" is an erotic thriller starring Ben Affleck.

Release date: November 13, 2020

The movie follows a couple who have fallen out of love who start playing mind games with each other. Ben Affleck, Tracy Letts, and Ana de Armas star in the thriller. 

Disney "Raya and the Last Dragon" will be next year's big holiday movie.

Release date: November 25, 2020

Raya (Cassie Steele) is a lone warrior from the kingdom of Kumandra. She goes on an expedition with a "crew of misfits" in search of the last dragon to bring unity back to the world. Awkwafina ("Crazy Rich Asians") voices the Last Dragon in the film. 

The fantasy-action adventure will be directed by Paul Briggs and Dean Wellins ("Big Hero 6,""Frozen") and is inspired by the cultures of Southeast Asia.

Fox's "West Side Story" is a remake of the movie based on the Broadway musical.

Release date: December 18, 2020

The cast includes Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, Ariana DeBose, Corey Stoll, Brian d'Arcy James, and Rita Moreno, who starred in the original movie. 

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon will reunite next year in "The Last Duel."

Release date: December 25, 2020

Ridley Scott is directing the 14th century epic about two knights whose bond is tested. It has quite the cast in Affleck, Damon, Adam Driver, and Jodie Comer. It will receive a limited release next Christmas before opening in more theaters on January 8, 2021.

"Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings" will follow another Marvel superhero.

Release date: February 12, 2021

Destin Daniel Cretton is directing the movie about the Master of Kung Fu. The character was introduced in the comics in 1973. Simu Liu will play the titular character. Awkwafina ("Ocean's 8") will also star.

Tony Leung will play the Mandarin. A fake version of the character, played by Ben Kingsley, appeared in "Iron Man 3."

Fox's "Ron's Gone Wrong" is an animated film that was pushed back.

Release date: February 26, 2021

The animated movie follows a boy whose robot friend doesn't work right. The only cast member currently announced is Thomas Barbusca. It was originally scheduled for a November 6, 2020 release. 

Disney will release another live-action movie in 2021.

Release date: March 12, 2021

Director Jon Favreau is working on a sequel to "The Jungle Book," so fans can expect that at some point.  

A "Doctor Strange" sequel will be the big summer movie of 2021.

Release date: May 7, 2021

The director of the first "Doctor Strange," Scott Derrickson, is back and said he'll make "the first scary MCU film." We're ready!

Benedict Cumberbatch will reprise his role as Dr. Stephen Strange in "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness." Scarlet Witch (Elizabeth Olsen) will be in the sequel, too. The events of her Disney+ series, " WandaVision," will directly tie in to "Doctor Strange 2."

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Disney's "Cruella" will serve as an origin story of Cruella de Vil.

Release date: May 28, 2021

Emma Stone will be the villain from the animated classic "The 101 Dalmations." The movie was originally supposed to come out in 2020. The first look at Stone as the iconic villain was shown at D23. 

According to Stone, the movie will have a 1970s punk-rock feel. 

Disney isn't slowing down its animated slate because they have another untitled Pixar film set for June 2021.

Release date: June 18, 2021

"Cars 3" director Brian Fee is reportedly working on another Pixar film. 

Disney will release a fifth "Indiana Jones" movie in 2021.

Release date: July 9, 2021

Harrison Ford will return as Indiana Jones in a long-awaited fifth "Indiana Jones."

Disney is adding another live-action movie in July 2021.

Release date: July 30, 2021

According to Deadline, a live-action version of "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" is also in the works. Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz, who teamed up on "Pocahontas," will write the music while Josh Gad ("Frozen") is producing. There's no official release date for it yet.

Disney scheduled another live-action movie just three months later.

Release date: October 8, 2021

"Peter Pan" is reportedly getting the live-action treatment. 

A fourth "Thor" movie is coming November 2021.

Release date: November 5, 2021

"Thor: Love and Thunder" will feature the return of Chris Hemsworth as the God of Thunder and Tessa Thompson as Valkyrie (and the new king of Asgard). The big surprise is that Natalie Portman will be back playing a female Thor. "Thor: Ragnarok" director Taika Waititi is returning to direct.

Disney added another live-action movie for November 2021.

Release date: November 19, 2021

The live-action version of "The Little Mermaid" doesn't have a release date, yet, but singer Halle Bailey was cast in the role in July 2019. The remake will include original songs and new ones from Alan Menken and "Hamilton" creator Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Disney has another animated film set for the end of 2021.

Release date: November 24, 2021

Lin-Manuel Miranda and "Zootopia" co-director Byron Howard are reportedly working on a new Disney animated movie. 

Fox's "Avatar 2" finally has a release date 12 years after the first movie.

Release date: December 17, 2021

"Avatar 2" is just one of at least four sequels planned for the "Avatar" franchise. 

Fox will also release seven untitled movies in 2021.

Here are the release dates for Fox's 2021 movies: 

April 9, 2021
April 23, 2021
August 13, 2021
September 10, 2021
October 1, 2021
October 22, 2021
December 3, 2021

Fox's "Nimona" is based on a web comic from Noelle Stevenson.

Release date: January 14, 2022

The comic was published in a graphic novel in 2015 and centers on Nimona, a shapeshifter who also works as a sidekick to a supervillain. The film was pushed back from a March 2021 release.

Disney is, of course, continuing with more Marvel movies.

Release date: February 18, 2022

A "Captain Marvel" sequel is expected in the next few years. 

Disney and Pixar will release another animated film in March 2022.

Release date: March 11, 2022

Domee Shi, who directed the Pixar short "Bao," is reportedly working on a full-length film for the studio. 

It will be followed by a Disney live-action film.

Release date: March 25, 2022

Disney has a reported 19 live-action movies in the works. Could this be a date for a sequel to one it has already released?

"Aladdin" producer Dan Lin told Insider they were already looking at a potential sequel to that film.

A "Black Panther" sequel is officially happening.

Release date: May 6, 2022

Kevin Feige confirmed at 2019's San Diego Comic-Con that "Black Panther 2" is underway and that Chadwick Boseman will be back as King T'Challa. One month later, director and cowriter Ryan Coogler announced at D23 Expo that the sequel will be 2022's big summer movie. 

Disney has another live-action movie planned for 2022.

Release date: May 27, 2022

In 2015, it was reported that Reese Witherspoon would star in a live-action movie about Tinker Bell. 

Disney and Pixar have another movie planned for 2022.

Release date: June 17, 2022

We'll either get another Pixar original or a sequel to a beloved classic.

Disney has a number of live-action movies planned and another is scheduled for July 2022.

Release date: July 8, 2022

Robert Zemeckis is in early talks to direct the live-action film.

Another Marvel movie will come in July 2022.

Release date: July 29, 2022

Marvel's summer release should be a big film. Expect a sequel or an ensemble film. We know a third "Ant-Man" film is on the way. The previous two "Ant-man" movies were released in July.

Disney will release another live-action movie in August 2022.

Release date: August 12, 2022

Benj Pasek and Justin Paul are reportedly working on new music for a live-action "Snow White" movie. 

Disney announced a fourth untitled Marvel movie for 2022.

Release date: October 7, 2022

This date was originally set for a live-action Disney film. It's unclear at this point what Marvel movie this may be.

They'll follow it up with yet another live-action movie in November.

Release date: November 4, 2022

Director Stephen Chbosky is reportedly working on a live-action Prince Charming film so that is one option.

That same month, Disney will release an animated film.

Release date: November 23, 2022

"Meet the Robinsons" director Stephen Anderson is reportedly working on an animated film for Disney. 

Disney is jumping back into "Star Wars" movies in 2022.

Release date: December 16, 2022

"Game of Thrones" showrunners David Benioff and D.B. Weiss were set to work on a new "Star Wars" trilogy starting in 2022, but have since parted ways with Lucasfilm. Maybe this will be one of Rian Johnson's expected "Star Wars" projects. 

Disney will release another seven untitled Fox movies in 2022.

Here are the release dates for Fox's 2022 movies: 

January 7, 2022
April 8, 2022
June 10, 2022
September 16, 2022
October 21, 2022
November 11, 2022
December 23, 2022

Marvel will release a film in February 2023.

Release date: February 17, 2023

At San Diego Comic-Con, Kevin Feige announced Oscar winner Mahershala Ali will star as Blade in a reboot of the franchise. No release date was given for the movie.

Disney will release another six untitled live-action movies in 2023.

Here are the release dates for Disney's live-action 2023 movies: 

March 10, 2023
May 26, 2023
July 14, 2023
August 11, 2023
October 6, 2023
December 15, 2023

Another Marvel movie will be released in May 2023.

Release date: May 5, 2023

Could this be the long-awaited "Deadpool 3"? It's unclear whether or not the next "Deadpool" movie will be part of the Fox label or simply move over to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. If anyone can make the transition, it's the fourth-wall-breaking character.

Pixar will release a film in June 2023.

Release date: June 16, 2023

It's unlikely we'll get another "Toy Story" movie, but Pixar has been making a lot of sequels lately.

Disney's third untitled Marvel movie is set for summer 2023.

Release date: July 28, 2023

We know a third "Guardians of the Galaxy" is coming eventually. Director James Gunn said he needs to finish his "Suicide Squad" movie before work on the third film begins. 2022 may be too early for "GotG Vol. 3" since his WB movie is expected to be released in August 2021. 2023 sounds like a solid date. 

The first two "Guardians" movies were released in the first week of August. 

Marvel's final film of 2023 comes in November.

Release date: November 3, 2023

Now that Disney purchased Fox, it can make X-Men and Fantastic Four movies. This seems far out enough for a reboot of one of the two and we'd put our money on the Fantastic Four. The last time we saw them on screen was in 2015.

Disney will release an animated movie for the 2023 Thanksgiving holiday.

Release date: November 22, 2023

There's no word on what Disney animated feature may be released yet.

Fox's "Avatar 3" will be released in 2023.

Release date: December 22, 2023

"Avatar 3" started shooting simultaneously with "Avatar 2." 

Disney will release six untitled Fox movies in 2023.

Here are the release dates for Fox's 2023 movies: 

January 13, 2023
March 24, 2023
June 9, 2023
September 15, 2023
October 20, 2023
November 10, 2023

Disney will continue with "Star Wars" movies through 2024.

Release date: December 20, 2024

"Avatar 4" is already scheduled for the following year.

Release date: December 19, 2025

Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana star in the "Avatar" movies. 

A third "Star Wars" movie is planned for 2026.

Release date: December 18, 2026

The "Star Wars" universe isn't going anywhere.

Fox's "Avatar 5" will hit the big screen in 2027.

Release date: December 17, 2027

James Cameron had ideas for "Avatar 2" and "Avatar 3" in 2010. He then announced "Avatar 4" in 2012 and then revealed he had ideas for a fifth in 2015. 

Disney pulled Fox's "Bob's Burgers" movie from its schedule.

It was originally set for a July 17, 2020. When Disney released its updated movie schedule through 2023, the film was nowhere to be found. "Bob's Burger" creator Loren Bouchard told fans to say, "Fear Not."