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In addition to the films, Mob Productions plan to release small "episodes" called "Fragments". A fragment is set to explore small parts of the world of the GWU; the first installment titled ''[[List of Goodwin's Universe Fragments#ep1|Tony Stark's Assault]]'' is scheduled to be released on January 1, 2025. Each month will have one new Fragment.
In addition to the films, Mob Productions plan to release small "episodes" called "Fragments". A fragment is set to explore small parts of the world of the GWU; the first installment titled ''[[List of Goodwin's Universe Fragments#ep1|Tony Stark's Assault]]'' is scheduled to be released on January 1, 2025. Each month will have one new Fragment.


== Chapter One==
== Films==
{| class="wikitable plainrowheaders defaultcenter col2left" style=""
Mob Productions releases its films in groups called "Chapters".
! scope="col" |Film
! scope="col" |U.S. release date
! scope="col" |Director
! scope="col" |Screenwriter(s)
! scope="col" |Producer(s)
! scope="col" |Status
|-
! scope="row" |''[[Clash of Minds (2025 film)|Clash of Minds]]''
|January 17, 2025<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example45.com |title=Clash of Minds Release Date Announced |last=Jones |first=Emily |date=2024-11-15 |website=Total Film |publisher=Future plc |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Clash of Minds is scheduled for release on January 17, 2025.}}</ref>
|[[Freddie Goodwin]]
|Freddie Goodwin & [[Alex Brow]]<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example23.com |title=Alex Brow Co-Writes GWU Shortfilm |last=Clark |first=Anna |date=2022-11-05 |website=Hollywood Reporter |publisher=THR Publishing |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Alex Brow joined Goodwin to co-write the screenplay for the GWU short film.}}</ref>
| rowspan="6" |Freddie Goodwin & Mob Productions
| rowspan="2" |Post-production
|-
! scope="row" |''[[Web of Shadows (2025 film)|Web of Shadows]]''
|February 15, 2025<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example52.com |title=Web of Shadows Release Date Announced |last=Johnson |first=Eric |date=2024-12-15 |website=Hollywood Reporter |publisher=THR Publishing |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Web of Shadows is scheduled for release on February 15, 2025.}}</ref>
| colspan="2" |Alex Brow<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example29.com |title=Brow Ensures Web of Shadows Stands Alone |last=Taylor |first=Emma |date=2023-01-15 |website=Collider |publisher=Collider LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Alex Brow confirmed efforts to make Web of Shadows accessible without viewing Clash of Minds.}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" |''[[Gods Among Mortals (2025 film)|Gods Among Mortals]]''
|March 13, 2025<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example62.com |title=Gods Among Mortals Release Date Announced |last=Smith |first=Laura |date=2024-12-10 |website=Variety |publisher=Variety Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Gods Among Mortals will release on March 13, 2025.}}</ref>
| colspan="2" |Natalie Kingsley<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example63.com |title=Natalie Kingsley to Write Gods Among Mortals |last=Evans |first=Rachel |date=2024-11-20 |website=Deadline |publisher=Penske Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Natalie Kingsley is confirmed as the screenwriter for Gods Among Mortals.}}</ref>
| rowspan="2" |Filming
|-
! scope="row" |''[[Shadows of Gotham (2025 film)|Shadows of Gotham]]''
|April 24, 2025<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example64.com |title=Shadows of Gotham Release Date Announced |last=Brown |first=Michael |date=2024-12-01 |website=Screen Rant |publisher=Screen Rant LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Shadows of Gotham is slated for release on April 24, 2025.}}</ref>
| colspan="2" |Rebecca Wells<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example65.com |title=Rebecca Wells Attached to Shadows of Gotham |last=Taylor |first=Emma |date=2024-12-05 |website=Hollywood Reporter |publisher=THR Publishing |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Rebecca Wells is writing Shadows of Gotham for Chapter One.}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" |''[[Broken Alliances (2025 film)|Broken Alliances]]''
|May 19, 2025<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example66.com |title=Broken Alliances Release Date Announced |last=Garcia |first=James |date=2024-12-15 |website=IGN |publisher=IGN Entertainment |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Broken Alliances will release on May 19, 2025.}}</ref>
| colspan="2" |Quentin Hart<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example67.com |title=Quentin Hart Confirmed for Broken Alliances |last=Harrison |first=David |date=2024-12-20 |website=Collider |publisher=Collider LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Quentin Hart is confirmed as the writer for Broken Alliances.}}</ref>
| rowspan="2" |Pre-production
|-
! scope="row" |''[[Goodwinverse: Assembled (2025 film)|Goodwinverse: Assembled]]''
|November 2025<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example68.com |title=Goodwinverse: Assembled Release Date Announced |last=Johnson |first=Eric |date=2024-11-25 |website=Variety |publisher=Variety Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Goodwinverse: Assembled will be released in November 2025.}}</ref>
|Freddie Goodwin
|Alex Brow, Freddie Goodwin, Rebecca Wells, and Natalie Kingsley<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example69.com |title=Multiple Writers Confirmed for Goodwinverse: Assembled |last=Stewart |first=Paul |date=2024-12-05 |website=Screen Rant |publisher=Screen Rant LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Goodwinverse: Assembled will feature contributions from several screenwriters.}}</ref>
|}
=== ''Clash of Minds'' (2025) ===
{{Main|Clash of Minds (2025 film)}}
[[File:Clash of Minds poster.png|thumb]]
[[Lex Luthor]] and [[Tony Stark]] are both invited to a secretive tech summit hosted by a mysterious benefactor. The two egos clash in a battle of intellect, culminating in a high-tech duel after discovering that the summit was a trap orchestrated by [[Doctor Doom|Victor Von Doom]] to pit them against each other.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example47.com |title=Luthor and Stark Face Off in Clash of Minds |last=Taylor |first=Emma |date=2024-12-10 |website=Collider |publisher=Collider LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Lex Luthor and Tony Stark clash in a tech summit that turns out to be a trap set by Victor Von Doom.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example48.com |title=Doctor Doom's Role in Clash of Minds |last=Johnson |first=Sarah |date=2024-12-15 |website=Hollywood Reporter |publisher=THR Publishing |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Victor Von Doom manipulates events in Clash of Minds to create conflict between Stark and Luthor.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example49.com |title=Clash of Minds Features High-Tech Duel |last=Clark |first=Anna |date=2024-12-20 |website=Screen Rant |publisher=Screen Rant LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=The film's plot centers around a high-tech duel between Tony Stark and Lex Luthor, orchestrated by Doctor Doom.}}</ref>


In October 2022, Goodwin began work on a shortfilm based on two characters.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example37.com |title=Goodwin Starts New Shortfilm for GWU |last=Johnson |first=Eric |date=2022-10-15 |website=Variety |publisher=Variety Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Freddie Goodwin began work on a GWU short film featuring two iconic characters.}}</ref> He decided to choose a character from both [[DC Comics]] (Luthor) and [[Marvel Comics]] (Stark).<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example38.com |title=Luthor and Stark Set for GWU Shortfilm |last=Taylor |first=Emma |date=2022-10-20 |website=IGN |publisher=IGN Entertainment |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Goodwin selected Lex Luthor and Tony Stark for the GWU short film.}}</ref> Before starting work on the film, Goodwin was joined by [[Alex Brow]], who joined him in writing the screenplay.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example39.com |title=Alex Brow Co-Writes GWU Shortfilm |last=Clark |first=Anna |date=2022-11-05 |website=Hollywood Reporter |publisher=THR Publishing |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Alex Brow joined Goodwin to co-write the screenplay for the GWU short film.}}</ref> Brow described the film as a "great way to kick things off", and stated Chapter One will be one of the "biggest things in the film industry".<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example40.com |title=Brow Teases GWU Chapter One |last=Evans |first=Rachel |date=2022-12-01 |website=Deadline |publisher=Penske Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Brow expressed high expectations for Chapter One of the GWU.}}</ref> Filming began in March 2024 and concluded in May of that year.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example41.com |title=Clash of Minds Wraps Principal Photography |last=Stewart |first=Paul |date=2024-05-20 |website=Empire |publisher=Bauer Media Group |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Principal photography for Clash of Minds concluded in May 2024.}}</ref> Reshoots occurred throughout the remainder of 2024 with everything being finished by November 2024.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example42.com |title=Clash of Minds Reshoots Finalized |last=Moore |first=Christina |date=2024-11-10 |website=Collider |publisher=Collider LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Reshoots for Clash of Minds were completed in November 2024.}}</ref> The film stars [[Robert Downey Jr.]] as [[Tony Stark]] and [[Nicholas Hoult]] as [[Lex Luthor]], respectively.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example43.com |title=Downey Jr. and Hoult Star in Clash of Minds |last=Harrison |first=David |date=2024-03-15 |website=Screen Rant |publisher=Screen Rant LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Robert Downey Jr. and Nicholas Hoult headline Clash of Minds as Stark and Luthor.}}</ref> It was announced that [[Superman]] would appear in the film in a cameo.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example44.com |title=Superman Confirmed for Clash of Minds Cameo |last=Garcia |first=James |date=2024-04-05 |website=ComicBook.com |publisher=ComicBook Inc. |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Superman is set to make a cameo in Clash of Minds.}}</ref>
=== Chapter One ===
 
{{Main|Goodwin's Universe: Chapter One}}
''Clash of Minds'' will be released in the United States on January 17, 2025, as the first film of Chapter One of the GWU.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example45.com |title=Clash of Minds Release Date Announced |last=Jones |first=Emily |date=2024-11-15 |website=Total Film |publisher=Future plc |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Clash of Minds is scheduled for release on January 17, 2025.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example46.com |title=Clash of Minds Kicks Off GWU Chapter One |last=Brown |first=Michael |date=2024-12-01 |website=Hollywood Insider |publisher=HI Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Clash of Minds will mark the beginning of Chapter One in the GWU.}}</ref>
 
=== ''Web of Shadows'' (2025) ===
{{Main|Web of Shadows}}
While investigating a string of robberies in [[Blüdhaven]], [[Nightwing]] encounters [[Spider-Man]] chasing the same criminal.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example50.com |title=Nightwing and Spider-Man Team Up in Web of Shadows |last=Taylor |first=Emma |date=2024-12-15 |website=Collider |publisher=Collider LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Nightwing and Spider-Man cross paths while pursuing the same criminal in Web of Shadows.}}</ref> Initially mistaken as rivals, the two team up to stop a deadly alliance between [[Black Cat]] and [[Catwoman]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example51.com |title=Black Cat and Catwoman Unite in Web of Shadows |last=Clark |first=Anna |date=2024-12-20 |website=Screen Rant |publisher=Screen Rant LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Web of Shadows features Black Cat and Catwoman forming a deadly alliance.}}</ref>
 
''Web of Shadows'' is being developed by Alex Brow in collaberation with Goodwin, who believes it is essential to introduce Spider-Man as early as possible.
 
''Web of Shadows'' will be released in the United States on February 15, 2025, as the second film of Chapter One of the GWU.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example52.com |title=Web of Shadows Release Date Announced |last=Johnson |first=Eric |date=2024-12-15 |website=Hollywood Reporter |publisher=THR Publishing |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Web of Shadows is scheduled for release on February 15, 2025.}}</ref>
 
=== ''Gods Among Mortals'' (2025) ===
{{Main|Gods Among Mortals}}
When a portal between [[Asgard]] and [[Themyscira]] opens unexpectedly, [[Thor]] and [[Wonder Woman]] face off due to misunderstandings. However, they must join forces to prevent [[Ares]] and [[Loki]] from unleashing chaos in both realms.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example70.com |title=Thor and Wonder Woman Team Up in Gods Among Mortals |last=Taylor |first=Emma |date=2024-11-15 |website=Collider |publisher=Collider LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Thor and Wonder Woman must unite to stop Ares and Loki from creating chaos in Gods Among Mortals.}}</ref>
 
''Gods Among Mortals'' will be released in the United States on March 13, 2025, as the third film of Chapter One of the GWU.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example71.com |title=Gods Among Mortals Release Date Announced |last=Johnson |first=Eric |date=2024-11-20 |website=Hollywood Reporter |publisher=THR Publishing |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Gods Among Mortals is set for release on March 13, 2025.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example72.com |title=Gods Among Mortals Continues GWU Chapter One |last=Clark |first=Anna |date=2024-11-25 |website=Variety |publisher=Variety Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=The third film in the GWU Chapter One slate, Gods Among Mortals, will explore the realms of Asgard and Themyscira.}}</ref>
 
=== ''Shadows of Gotham'' (2025) ===
[[Batman]] and [[Daredevil]] independently investigate a series of brutal murders in [[Gotham]]. Their paths cross when they realize the killings are orchestrated by [[Wilson Fisk]] working alongside [[Carmine Falcone]]. Together, they fight through the criminal underworld to bring both kingpins down.
 
''Shadows of Gotham'' will be released in the United States on April 24, 2025, as the fourth film of Chapter One of the GWU.
 
=== ''Broken Alliances'' (2025) ===
[[Superman]] and [[Captain America]] are transported to a dystopian alternate [[Earth]] where heroes are enslaved by an oppressive regime led by [[Red Skull]] and [[General Zod]]. The two form an inspiring alliance to liberate the heroes and restore hope to this shattered world.
 
''Broken Alliances'' will be released in the United States on May 19, 2025, as the fifth film of Chapter One of the GWU.
 
== Fragments ==
{{Main|List of Goodwin's Universe Fragments}}
{{Table alignment}}
{{Table alignment}}
{| class="wikitable plainrowheaders defaultcenter col2left" style=""
{{:Goodwin's Universe: Chapter One}}
|-
! Title
!Release Date
!Director
!Writer
!Budget
|-
| ''[[List of Goodwin's Universe Fragments#ep1|Tony Stark's Assault]]''
|January 1, 2025
| colspan="2" |Freddie Goodwin
|$650,000
|-
| TBA
|February 2025
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| TBA
|March 2025
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|-
| TBA
|April 2025
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| TBA
|May 2025
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|}


=== ''Tony Stark's Assault'' (2025) ===
=== Chapter Two ===
{{Main|List of Goodwin's Universe Fragments#ep1{{!}}Tony Stark's Assault}}
{{Main|Goodwin's Universe: Chapter Two}}


'''''Tony Stark's Assault''''' is an upcoming [[Goodwin's Universe (franchise)|Goodwin's Universe]] (GWU) Fragment and is part of Chapter One of the GWU scheduled to release on January 1, 2025.
=== Chapter Three ===
{{Main|Goodwin's Universe: Chapter Three}}


== Timeline ==
== Timeline ==
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! scope="row" style="text-align:left" | ''Fantastic Four: Rise of Tomorrow''
! scope="row" style="text-align:left" | ''Fantastic Four: Rise of Tomorrow''
| style="text-align:left" | 2025
| style="text-align:left" | July 27, 2025
| TBA
| {{N/A|TBA}}
| TBD
| [[Freddie Goodwin]], [[Zoe Lancaster]], [[Leo Blackwell]]
|Freddie Goodwin
|Freddie Goodwin
|Pre-production
|Filming
|-
|-
! colspan="6" style="background-color:#ccccff;" | Unknown (or 2+ years away)
! colspan="6" style="background-color:#ccccff;" | Unknown/Two or more years away
|-
|-
! scope="row" style="text-align:left" | ''[[Batman: Shadows of Gotham]]''
! scope="row" style="text-align:left" | ''[[Batman: Shadows of Gotham]]''
| style="text-align:left" | February 25, 2026
| style="text-align:left" | February 25, 2026
| colspan="2" | [[Alex Brow]]
| colspan="2" |[[Alex Brow]]
| rowspan="2" |Freddie Goodwin
| rowspan="7" |Freddie Goodwin
| rowspan="2" |In-development
| rowspan="7" |In-development
|-
|-
! scope="row" style="text-align:left" | ''[[List of Goodwin's Universe films#Primal Crisis|Primal Crisis]]''
! scope="row" style="text-align:left" | ''[[List of Goodwin's Universe films#Primal Crisis|Primal Crisis]]''
| style="text-align:left" | 2027
| style="text-align:left" |2027
| [[Jackson Greene]]
| [[Jackson Greene]]
| Alex Brow, Freddie Goodwin, Rebecca Wells, and Natalie Kingsley
| Alex Brow, Freddie Goodwin, Rebecca Wells, and Natalie Kingsley
|-<section end=Three />
|-
|}
! scope="row" style="text-align:left" | ''[[Superman: Beacon of Hope]]''
|{{N/A|TBA}}
| {{N/A|TBA}}
| {{N/A|TBA}}
|-
! scope="row" style="text-align:left" | ''Iron Man: Heart of Steel''
|{{N/A|TBA}}
|{{N/A|TBA}}
|{{N/A|TBA}}
|-
! scope="row" style="text-align:left" | ''Wonder Woman: Blade of Themyscira''
|{{N/A|TBA}}
|{{N/A|TBA}}
|{{N/A|TBA}}
|-
! scope="row" style="text-align:left" | ''Spider-Man: Tangled Threads''
|{{N/A|TBA}}
|{{N/A|TBA}}
| Freddie Goodwin
|-
! scope="row" style="text-align:left" | ''The Flash: Race Against Time''
|{{N/A|TBA}}
|{{N/A|TBA}}
| Alex Brow
|}<!-- Pages for new upcoming films to be made when it is just over one month away. As PER FV:PAGECREATION -->


=== ''Fantastic Four: Rise of Tomorrow'' (2025) ===
=== ''Fantastic Four: Rise of Tomorrow'' (2025) ===
[[File:Fantastic Four logo (blue and white).svg|thumb]]
[[File:Fantastic Four logo (blue and white).svg|thumb]]
In December 2023, it was reported that a film based on the [[Fantastic Four in film|Fantastic Four]] team was in development at Mob Productions planned for inclusion of 2025. It was confirmed to be a completely original film
In December 2023, reports surfaced that a film centered on the [[Fantastic Four (comics)|Fantastic Four]] was in development at Mob Productions, slated for inclusion in the GWU's 2025 lineup.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example59.com |title=Fantastic Four Film Reportedly in Development |last=Brown |first=Emma |date=2023-12-10 |website=Variety |publisher=Variety Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Reports suggest a Fantastic Four film is in the works for the GWU's 2025 lineup.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example60.com |title=Mob Productions Developing Fantastic Four Film |last=Taylor |first=Sophia |date=2023-12-12 |website=Deadline |publisher=Penske Media Corporation |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Mob Productions is reportedly planning to include Fantastic Four in the GWU.}}</ref> It was confirmed that the film would be a completely original take on the iconic team, distinct from previous cinematic adaptations.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example61.com |title=Fantastic Four Film to Feature Original Take |last=Johnson |first=Lucas |date=2023-12-15 |website=The Hollywood Reporter |publisher=THR Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=The film is described as a fresh, original take on the Fantastic Four.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example62.com |title=Mob Productions Promises Unique Fantastic Four Film |last=Clark |first=Isabella |date=2023-12-16 |website=IGN |publisher=IGN Entertainment |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=The upcoming Fantastic Four film will stand apart from prior adaptations.}}</ref> Freddie Goodwin acknowledged the reports, stating that the project was in active development and targeting a mid-2025 release date.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example63.com |title=Freddie Goodwin Confirms Fantastic Four Development |last=Garcia |first=Noah |date=2023-12-20 |website=Screen Rant |publisher=Screen Rant LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Goodwin confirmed that the Fantastic Four film is in active development for mid-2025.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example64.com |title=Fantastic Four Film in Development, Confirms Goodwin |last=Evans |first=Hannah |date=2023-12-21 |website=ComicBook.com |publisher=ComicBook Inc. |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Goodwin stated the project is progressing and aims for a mid-2025 release.}}</ref> It was revealed to be releasing on July 27, 2025.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example65.com |title=Fantastic Four Release Date Announced |last=Smith |first=Oliver |date=2023-12-22 |website=Cinemablend |publisher=Cinemablend LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=The Fantastic Four film is scheduled for a July 27, 2025 release.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example66.com |title=Fantastic Four Film Set for Summer 2025 |last=Walker |first=Sophie |date=2023-12-23 |website=Empire |publisher=Bauer Media Group |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=The film will hit theaters in July 2025.}}</ref> Fans expressed excitement over the announcement, praising the decision to create a unique take on the iconic team.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example67.com |title=Fans React Positively to Fantastic Four News |last=Adams |first=Charlotte |date=2023-12-24 |website=Variety |publisher=Variety Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Fans welcomed the announcement of a fresh Fantastic Four adaptation.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example68.com |title=Fantastic Four Film Announcement Generates Buzz |last=Taylor |first=Sophia |date=2023-12-25 |website=The Hollywood Reporter |publisher=THR Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Fans showed enthusiasm for the unique approach to the Fantastic Four.}}</ref> Goodwin further teased that the film would feature “a blend of grounded storytelling and cosmic adventure.”<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example69.com |title=Goodwin Teases Fantastic Four Film Tone |last=Garcia |first=Noah |date=2023-12-26 |website=IGN |publisher=IGN Entertainment |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Goodwin described the tone of the Fantastic Four as combining grounded elements with cosmic adventure.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example70.com |title=Fantastic Four to Combine Grounded Story with Cosmic Adventure |last=Evans |first=Hannah |date=2023-12-27 |website=ComicBook.com |publisher=ComicBook Inc. |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Goodwin hinted at the film's balance of grounded storytelling and cosmic scope.}}</ref>


In September 2024, excitement grew as it was announced that [[John Krasinski]] had been cast as [[Reed Richards / Mister Fantastic]], reprising his role from ''Clash of Minds''.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example71.com |title=John Krasinski Returns as Reed Richards |last=Brown |first=Emma |date=2024-09-01 |website=Variety |publisher=Variety Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=John Krasinski will reprise his role as Reed Richards in the upcoming Fantastic Four film.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example72.com |title=Krasinski Confirmed as Reed Richards for Fantastic Four |last=Taylor |first=Sophia |date=2024-09-02 |website=Deadline |publisher=Penske Media Corporation |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Krasinski's return as Mister Fantastic was officially announced in September 2024.}}</ref> The announcement also unveiled the rest of the main cast: [[Vanessa Kirby]] as [[Sue Storm / Invisible Woman]], [[Joseph Quinn]] as [[Johnny Storm / Human Torch]], and [[Ebon Moss-Bachrach]] as [[Ben Grimm / The Thing]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example73.com |title=Vanessa Kirby Cast as Sue Storm |last=Johnson |first=Lucas |date=2024-09-03 |website=The Hollywood Reporter |publisher=THR Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Vanessa Kirby joins the Fantastic Four as Sue Storm.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example74.com |title=Joseph Quinn and Ebon Moss-Bachrach Join Fantastic Four |last=Clark |first=Isabella |date=2024-09-04 |website=IGN |publisher=IGN Entertainment |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Joseph Quinn and Ebon Moss-Bachrach complete the Fantastic Four main cast.}}</ref> The casting choices were widely praised, with fans eagerly anticipating the dynamics between the actors and their fresh portrayal of the superhero family.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example75.com |title=Fantastic Four Casting Praised by Fans |last=Garcia |first=Noah |date=2024-09-05 |website=Screen Rant |publisher=Screen Rant LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Fans reacted positively to the casting of the Fantastic Four.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example76.com |title=Positive Fan Reactions to Fantastic Four Cast |last=Evans |first=Hannah |date=2024-09-06 |website=ComicBook.com |publisher=ComicBook Inc. |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=The casting of the Fantastic Four was widely celebrated by fans.}}</ref> Industry analysts also noted the strategic casting as a means to inject new energy into the GWU.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example77.com |title=Industry Experts Weigh in on Fantastic Four Casting |last=Smith |first=Oliver |date=2024-09-07 |website=Cinemablend |publisher=Cinemablend LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=The Fantastic Four cast choices were seen as a strategic move to energize the GWU.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example78.com |title=Strategic Importance of Fantastic Four Casting |last=Walker |first=Sophie |date=2024-09-08 |website=Empire |publisher=Bauer Media Group |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Analysts highlight the significance of the Fantastic Four casting for the GWU's future.}}</ref> This marked a significant milestone in the GWU, signaling the Fantastic Four’s pivotal role in shaping the future of the cinematic universe.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example79.com |title=Fantastic Four Casting Marks GWU Milestone |last=Adams |first=Charlotte |date=2024-09-09 |website=Variety |publisher=Variety Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=The casting announcement cements the Fantastic Four's importance in the GWU.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example80.com |title=Fantastic Four to Play Pivotal Role in GWU |last=Taylor |first=Sophia |date=2024-09-10 |website=Deadline |publisher=Penske Media Corporation |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=The Fantastic Four will have a pivotal role in shaping the GWU's cinematic future.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example81.com |title=GWU's Future Shaped by Fantastic Four |last=Garcia |first=Noah |date=2024-09-11 |website=Screen Rant |publisher=Screen Rant LLC |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=The Fantastic Four are set to become key players in the GWU.}}</ref>


Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, the Hulk, Black Widow and Hawkeye must reassemble as the Avengers to defeat [[Ultron]], a technological enemy bent on human extinction, while encountering the powerful twins [[Quicksilver (comics)|Pietro]] and [[Scarlet Witch|Wanda Maximoff]], as well as the familiar [[Vision (Marvel Comics)|Vision]].<ref name="AoUPremise" /><ref name="AoUPremise2" />
Filming commenced on October 29, 2024, and is scheduled to wrap in March 2025.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example82.com |title=Filming Begins for Fantastic Four Film |last=Brown |first=Emma |date=2024-10-29 |website=Variety |publisher=Variety Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Principal photography for the Fantastic Four film began on October 29, 2024.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example83.com |title=Fantastic Four Filming Schedule Revealed |last=Taylor |first=Sophia |date=2024-10-30 |website=Deadline |publisher=Penske Media Corporation |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=The production aims to complete filming by March 2025.}}</ref> The production team has planned a streamlined schedule, aiming to complete the shoot without the need for reshoots, ensuring the film stays on track for its mid-2025 release.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example84.com |title=Fantastic Four Production Focuses on Streamlined Schedule |last=Johnson |first=Lucas |date=2024-11-01 |website=The Hollywood Reporter |publisher=THR Media |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=The team is working on a tight schedule to avoid reshoots and ensure a timely release.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.example85.com |title=Fantastic Four Film Stays on Track for Mid-2025 Release |last=Clark |first=Isabella |date=2024-11-02 |website=IGN |publisher=IGN Entertainment |access-date=2024-12-27 |quote=Production aims to keep the mid-2025 release date intact by avoiding reshoots.}}</ref>


A sequel to ''The Avengers'' was announced by Disney in May 2012, shortly after the first film's release.<ref name="Avengers2Announced" /> In August 2012, Joss Whedon was signed to return as writer and director.<ref name="VarietyWhedonAvengers2" /> In June 2013, Robert Downey, Jr. signed a deal to reprise the role of Iron Man for the second and third films.<ref name="DowneyAvengers2&3" /> On July 20, 2013, at San Diego Comic-Con International, Whedon announced that the subtitle of the film would be ''Age of Ultron''.<ref name="AgeOfUltronTitle" /> In August 2013, [[James Spader]] was announced as portraying Ultron.<ref name="SpaderAoU" /> [[Second unit]] filming began on February 11, 2014 in [[Johannesburg]], South Africa.<ref name="AoUSouthAfricaStart" /><ref name="AoUJohannesburg" /> Principal photography began in March 2014 at Shepperton Studios in Surrey, England,<ref name="DowneyAvengers2&3" /><ref name="AoUShepperton" /> with additional footage filmed at [[Fort Bard]] and various other locations in the [[Aosta Valley]] region of Italy,<ref name="AoUItalyShoot" /> and [[Seoul]], South Korea.<ref name="AoUKorea" /> Filming was completed on August 6, 2014.<ref name="AoUFilmingComplete" /> It is set for release on May 1, 2015.<ref name="THRAvengers2ReleaseDate" />
=== Primal Crisis (2027) ===
In 2024, it was announced that a film based on the comic book storyline ''Primal Crisis'' was in development for a 2027 release. Goodwin stated this film would be the ending of a "huge storyline" when it is released.


===''Ant-Man'' (2015)===
=== ''Superman: Beacon of Hope'' ===
{{main|Ant-Man (film)}}
Superman defends Metropolis from a catastrophic event orchestrated by Lex Luthor, while showing the world why he remains a symbol of hope.
Thief [[Ant-Man (Scott Lang)|Scott Lang]] must aid his mentor Dr. [[Hank Pym]] in safeguarding the mystery of the [[Ant-Man]] technology, which allows its user to decrease in size but increase in strength, from various menaces and plot a caper to defend the Earth.<ref name="ReedMcKay" />


''Ant-Man'' is directed by [[Peyton Reed]] with a screenplay <!--written by Gabriel Ferrari, Andrew Barrer, and [[Adam McKay]] -->that includes both [[Ant-Man (Scott Lang)|Scott Lang]] and [[Henry Pym|Hank Pym]].<ref name="ReedMcKay" /><!--<ref name="FerrariBarrer" />--> [[Edgar Wright]] was initially slated to direct and write the film, but left the project in May 2014 due to creative differences.<ref name="WrightCornishAntMan" /><ref name="VarietyMay2014" />  In January 2013, Feige confirmed that it will be the first film in Phase Three of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.<ref name="AntManPhase3" /> However, in October 2014, it was revealed it would be the last film of Phase Two.<ref name="Oct2014EventQA" /> [[Pre-production]] started in October 2013,<ref name="AntManHuffPost" /> and principal photography took place from August to December 2014<ref name="AntManFilmingEnd" /> in [[San Francisco]],<ref name="AntManFilming" /> [[Fayette County, Georgia]] at [[Pinewood Studios#Pinewood Atlanta|Pinewood Atlanta]],<ref name="AntManGeorgia" /> and [[Downtown Atlanta]].<ref name="AntManAtlanta" /> In December 2013, [[Paul Rudd]] was cast as Ant-Man,<ref name="RuddCast" /> followed in January 2014 with the casting of [[Michael Douglas]] as Pym and the confirmation of Rudd as Lang.<ref name="Douglas" /> It is set for release on July 17, 2015.<ref name="AntManReleaseDate" />
=== ''Iron Man: Heart of Steel'' ===
After discovering remnants of Kryptonite technology, Tony Stark creates a suit designed to neutralize alien threats. However, his test run is interrupted by a rogue Amazon warrior from Themyscira sent to retrieve the stolen tech, forcing Stark to reconsider the limits of his hubris in the face of mystical power.


===''Captain America: Civil War'' (2016)===
=== ''Wonder Woman: Blade of Themyscira'' ===
{{further|Captain America: The Winter Soldier#Sequel}}
Wonder Woman wields her legendary blade to protect Themyscira from a mystical invasion threatening its ancient secrets.
By January 2014, Anthony and Joe Russo had signed on to return to direct a third ''Captain America'' installment, which they confirmed in March 2014, with Chris Evans returning as Captain America, Feige returning to produce, and [[Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely]] writing the screenplay.<ref name="Cap3" /><ref name="Cap3DirectorsConfirm">{{cite web|url=http://collider.com/captain-america-3-script-joe-anthony-russo/|title=Directors Joe & Anthony Russo Confirm They'll Direct Captain America 3; Say They're Breaking the Story Now with Screenwriters Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeely|last=Weintraub|first=Steve|publisher=Collider.com|date=March 11, 2014|accessdate=March 14, 2014|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6O0IlAJ2d|archivedate=March 11, 2014|deadurl=no}}</ref> In October 2014, the title was officially announced as ''Captain America: Civil War'' as well as that Downey would appear in the film as Tony Stark / Iron Man.<ref name="Oct2014Event" /><ref name="DowneyCap3" /> The film is intended to be adapted from the ''[[Civil War (comics)|Civil War]]'' storyline in the comics.<ref name="CivilWar" /> The film will be the first film of Phase Three.<ref name="Cap3Thor3Phase3" /><ref name="Oct2014EventQA" /><ref name="PhaseThree">{{cite web|url=http://marvel.com/news/movies/23547/marvel_studios_announces_full_phase_3_slate_at_special_event|title=Marvel Studios Announces Full Phase 3 Slate at Special Event|last=Strom|first=Marc|publisher=[[Marvel Comics|Marvel.com]]|date=October 28, 2014|accessdate=October 28, 2014|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6TfsFJ4XY|archivedate=October 28, 2014|deadurl=no}}</ref> Filming is expected to begin in April 2015 in Atlanta, Georgia.<ref name="Cap3Filming" /> It is set to be released on May 6, 2016.<ref name="Cap3Date" />


''Captain America: Civil War'' will introduce [[Chadwick Boseman]] as [[Black Panther (comics)|T'Challa / Black Panther]] to the MCU, who is scheduled to appear in a solo film in 2017.<ref name="Boseman" />
=== ''Spider-Man: Tangled Threads'' ===
Spider-Man faces a tech-savvy villain targeting New York City while struggling to maintain balance in his personal life.


===''Doctor Strange'' (2016)===
=== ''The Flash: Race Against Time'' ===
{{Further|Doctor Strange#Marvel Studios}}
Barry Allen becomes trapped within the Speed Force after pushing his limits during a rescue mission. As he navigates haunting visions of past and future events, he encounters the ghostly essence of Zoom, who warns him of a coming multiversal crisis. This short serves as a prelude to a larger conflict involving the Speed Force.
In June 2010, [[Thomas Dean Donnelly and Joshua Oppenheimer]] were hired to write a screenplay for the character [[Doctor Strange]].<ref name="June2010DrStrange" /> In January 2013, Kevin Feige confirmed that Doctor Strange would be a part of their Phase Three slate of movies.<ref name="January2013Strange" /> In June 2014, [[Scott Derrickson]] was hired to direct.<ref name="Derrickson">{{cite web|url=http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/scott-derrickson-direct-marvels-doctor-709117|title=Scott Derrickson to Direct Marvel's 'Doctor Strange'|last1=Siegel|first1=Tatiana|last2=Kit|first2=Borys|work=[[The Hollywood Reporter]]|date=June 3, 2014|accessdate=June 3, 2014|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Q47TnPvy|archivedate=June 3, 2014|deadurl=no}}</ref> In December 2014, [[Benedict Cumberbatch]] was cast in the titular role, and [[Jon Spaihts]] was confirmed to rewrite the script.<ref name="CumberbatchOfficial">{{cite web|url=http://marvel.com/news/movies/23754/benedict_cumberbatch_to_play_doctor_strange|title=Benedict Cumberbatch to play Doctor Strange|last=Strom|first=Marc|publisher=[[Marvel Comics|Marvel.com]]|date=December 4, 2014|accessdate=December 4, 2014|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Ua9dXxNI|archivedate=December 4, 2014|deadurl=no}}</ref><ref name="Spaihts" /> Pre-production began in June 2014,<ref name="DoctorStrangePre" /> with filming scheduled to begin in May 2015 at [[Pinewood Studios|Pinewood-Shepperton]] in the UK.<ref name="DoctorStrangeFilming" /> ''Doctor Strange'' is scheduled to be released on November 4, 2016.<ref name="Oct2014Event" />


===''Guardians of the Galaxy 2'' (2017)===
== See also ==
{{further|Guardians of the Galaxy (film)#Sequel}}
In July 2014, ''Guardians of the Galaxy'' co-writer Nicole Perlman confirmed that Gunn would return to write and direct the sequel.<ref name="GuardiansSequel2" /><ref name="GuardiansSequel"/> ''Guardians of the Galaxy 2'' is scheduled to be released on May 5, 2017.<ref name="Oct2014Event" />


===''Thor: Ragnarok'' (2017)===
* [[Goodwin's Universe (franchise)|Goodwin's Universe]]
{{further|Thor: The Dark World#Sequel}}
* [[List of Goodwin's Universe Fragments]]
In January 2014, Marvel announced that a third ''Thor'' film was in the works, with [[Craig Kyle]] and Christopher Yost writing the screenplay.<ref name="Thor3">{{cite web|last=Sneider|first=Jeff|date=January 29, 2014|url=http://www.thewrap.com/marvel-hires-one-executives-write-thor-3/|title=Marvel Hires One of Its Own Executives to Co-Write 'Thor 3'|work=[[The Wrap]]|accessdate=January 29, 2014|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6N06a3ZAY|archivedate=January 29, 2014|deadurl=no}}</ref> In July 2014, Feige said that the story was in the process of being outlined.<ref name="ThanosCast" /> Hemsworth and Hiddleston will reprise their roles as Thor and Loki, respectively.<ref name="ThorRagarokMarvel" /><ref name="Oct2014EventEW" /> ''Thor: Ragnarok'' is scheduled to be released on July 28, 2017.<ref name="Oct2014Event" />
 
===''Black Panther'' (2017)===
{{further|Black Panther (comics)#Film}}
Documentary filmmaker Mark Bailey was hired to write a script for ''Black Panther'' in January 2011.<ref name="January2011BlackPanther">{{cite news|date=January 20, 2011|first=Borys|last=Kit|title='Black Panther' Back in Development at Marvel|url=http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/blogs/heat-vision/black-panther-development-marvel-74005|work=[[The Hollywood Reporter]]|accessdate=January 21, 2011|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6FYpJwEXK|archivedate=April 1, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref> In October 2014, the film was announced and [[Chadwick Boseman]] was revealed to be [[Black Panther (comics)|Black Panther]].<ref name="Oct2014Event" /><ref name="Boseman" /> ''Black Panther'' is scheduled to be released on November 3, 2017.<ref name="Oct2014Event" />
 
===''Avengers: Infinity War Part 1'' (2018)===
{{further|Avengers: Age of Ultron#Sequels}}
The film was announced in October 2014, and is scheduled to be released on May 4, 2018.<ref name="Oct2014Event" />
 
===''Captain Marvel'' (2018)===
{{further|Carol Danvers#Film}}
In May 2013, ''[[The Hollywood Reporter]]'' reported that Marvel had a working script for [[Ms. Marvel]].<ref name="May2013HorizonFilms" /> In October 2014, the film, now titled ''Captain Marvel'', was announced, to feature [[Carol Danvers]].<ref name="Oct2014Event" /> The film is scheduled to be released on July 6, 2018.<ref name="Oct2014Event" />
 
===''Inhumans'' (2018)===
{{further|Inhumans#Film}}
In April 2013, Feige mentioned [[Inhumans]] as a property out of which he was "confident" a film would be made,<ref name="Inhumans" /> and by August 2014, the studio was ready to move forward in development with the film, with a screenplay written by Joe Robert Cole.<ref name="Inhumans2">{{cite web|url=http://collider.com/the-inhumans-movie-joe-robert-cole-script/|title=Exclusive: Marvel Moving Forward on THE INHUMANS Movie; Screenplay by Joe Robert Cole|first=Matt|last=Goldbery|publisher=Collider|date=August 12, 2014|accessdate=August 12, 2014|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6RmL7RpoL|archivedate=August 12, 2014|deadurl=no}}</ref> In October 2014, the film was announced, and is scheduled to be released on November 2, 2018.<ref name="Oct2014Event" />
 
The Inhumans were first introduced to the MCU in the [[Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (season 2)|second season]] of the television series ''Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.''<ref name="InhumansAoS" />
 
===''Avengers: Infinity War Part 2'' (2019)===
{{further|Avengers: Age of Ultron#Sequels}}
The film was announced in October 2014, and is scheduled to be released on May 3, 2019.<ref name="Oct2014Event" />
 
===Other potential projects===
Feige and Marvel have films and story lines planned through 2028.<ref name="BloombergPg1" /> In October 2014, in terms of Phase Four films, Feige said, for the time being, "We’re not going to talk specifically about the story of any of those films, the plot of any of those films, what happens to any of the characters in any of those films. In fact, even to talk about any of those characters – who will be involved in those movies – will be a bit of a spoiler as to what may or may not happen to them in earlier movies."<ref name="Oct2014EventQA" />
 
In February 2014 Feige stated that after exploring Black Widow's past in ''Avengers: Age of Ultron'', he would like to see it explored further in a solo film.<ref name="BlackWidowSolo" /> Marvel has done some development work for the potential film, including a "pretty in depth" treatment by Nicole Perlman.<ref name="BlackWidowSolo" /><ref name="PerlmanWidow"/>
 
A film based on [[Runaways (comics)|The Runaways]] went through a number of iterations. [[Brian K. Vaughan]] was originally hired to write a screenplay based on the property in May 2008.<ref name="RunawaysMay2008" /> In April 2010, Marvel hired [[Peter Sollett]] to direct the film,<ref name="SollettRunaways" /> and Drew Pearce was hired to write the script in May.<ref name="PearceRunaways" /> However, in September 2013 Pearce revealed that The Runaways film had been shelved in favor of ''The Avengers'', with the earliest it could release being Phase Three.<ref name="PearceRunaways2" /> However, in October 2014, after announcing all of Marvel's Phase Three films without The Runaways, Feige stated the project was "still an awesome script that exists in our script vault" adding, "We’d love to do something with Runaways some day. In our television and future film discussions, it’s always one that we talk about, because we have a solid draft there. But again, we can’t make them all."<ref name="Oct2014EventQA" />
 
Marvel has hired screenwriters for a number of other properties: [[Andrew W. Marlowe]] was hired to write a script for [[Nick Fury]] in April 2006,<ref name="April2006Variety" /> and [[Rich Wilkes]] was hired to write a screenplay for [[Iron Fist (comics)|Iron Fist]] in August 2010.<ref name="WilkesIronFist" /> In May 2013, ''The Hollywood Reporter'' reported that Marvel had a working script for [[Blade (comics)|Blade]].<ref name="May2013HorizonFilms" />
 
== See also ==


== References ==
== References ==

Latest revision as of 15:35, 30 December 2024

Goodwin's Universe: Chapter One
Based onCharacters from DC
Characters from Marvel
Produced by
StarringSee below
Production
company
  • SOI Studios
Distributed by
Release date
2025
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Goodwin's Universe (GWU) is an upcoming American series of American superhero films, based on characters that appear in publications by both Marvel Comics and DC Comics. The films have been in production since 2019, and in that time Mob Productions have 11 films in various stages of production.

Freddie Goodwin has produced every film in the universe. Jackson Greene, Mob Productions, and SOI Studios serve as the producers of all the films planned to be released. The films are written and directed by a variety of individuals and feature large, often ensemble, casts. Many of the actors, including Robert Downey, Jr. signed contracts to star in numerous films.

Chapter One includes the films Clash of Minds, starring Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, Web of Shadows, Gods Among Mortals, Shadows of Gotham, Broken Alliances, and Goodwinverse: Assembled.

In addition to the films, Mob Productions plan to release small "episodes" called "Fragments". A fragment is set to explore small parts of the world of the GWU; the first installment titled Tony Stark's Assault is scheduled to be released on January 1, 2025. Each month will have one new Fragment.

Films[edit | edit source]

Mob Productions releases its films in groups called "Chapters".

Chapter One[edit | edit source]

Film U.S. release date Director Screenwriter(s) Producer(s) Status
Clash of Minds February 15, 2025 Freddie Goodwin Freddie Goodwin & Alex Brow[1] Freddie Goodwin & Mob Productions Released
Web of Shadows June 10, 2025 Alex Brow[2] Awaiting Release
Fantastic Four: Rise of Tomorrow September 17, 2025 Jackson Greene Freddie Goodwin, Zoe Lancaster, Leo Blackwell Post-production
Gods Among Mortals March 12, 2026 Natalie Kingsley[3] Filming
Shadows of Gotham June 14, 2026 Rebecca Wells[4] Pre-production
Broken Alliances September 10, 2026 Quentin Hart[5] In-development
Goodwinverse: Assembled February 17, 2027 Freddie Goodwin Alex Brow, Freddie Goodwin, Rebecca Wells, and Natalie Kingsley[6]


Chapter Two[edit | edit source]

Chapter Three[edit | edit source]

Timeline[edit | edit source]

Recurring cast and characters[edit | edit source]

Future[edit | edit source]

Film U.S. release date Director(s) Screenwriter(s) Producer(s) Status
Upcoming 2025
Fantastic Four: Rise of Tomorrow July 27, 2025 TBA Freddie Goodwin, Zoe Lancaster, Leo Blackwell Freddie Goodwin Filming
Unknown/Two or more years away
Batman: Shadows of Gotham February 25, 2026 Alex Brow Freddie Goodwin In-development
Primal Crisis 2027 Jackson Greene Alex Brow, Freddie Goodwin, Rebecca Wells, and Natalie Kingsley
Superman: Beacon of Hope TBA TBA TBA
Iron Man: Heart of Steel TBA TBA TBA
Wonder Woman: Blade of Themyscira TBA TBA TBA
Spider-Man: Tangled Threads TBA TBA Freddie Goodwin
The Flash: Race Against Time TBA TBA Alex Brow

Fantastic Four: Rise of Tomorrow (2025)[edit | edit source]

In December 2023, reports surfaced that a film centered on the Fantastic Four was in development at Mob Productions, slated for inclusion in the GWU's 2025 lineup.[7][8] It was confirmed that the film would be a completely original take on the iconic team, distinct from previous cinematic adaptations.[9][10] Freddie Goodwin acknowledged the reports, stating that the project was in active development and targeting a mid-2025 release date.[11][12] It was revealed to be releasing on July 27, 2025.[13][14] Fans expressed excitement over the announcement, praising the decision to create a unique take on the iconic team.[15][16] Goodwin further teased that the film would feature “a blend of grounded storytelling and cosmic adventure.”[17][18]

In September 2024, excitement grew as it was announced that John Krasinski had been cast as Reed Richards / Mister Fantastic, reprising his role from Clash of Minds.[19][20] The announcement also unveiled the rest of the main cast: Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm / Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm / Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm / The Thing.[21][22] The casting choices were widely praised, with fans eagerly anticipating the dynamics between the actors and their fresh portrayal of the superhero family.[23][24] Industry analysts also noted the strategic casting as a means to inject new energy into the GWU.[25][26] This marked a significant milestone in the GWU, signaling the Fantastic Four’s pivotal role in shaping the future of the cinematic universe.[27][28][29]

Filming commenced on October 29, 2024, and is scheduled to wrap in March 2025.[30][31] The production team has planned a streamlined schedule, aiming to complete the shoot without the need for reshoots, ensuring the film stays on track for its mid-2025 release.[32][33]

Primal Crisis (2027)[edit | edit source]

In 2024, it was announced that a film based on the comic book storyline Primal Crisis was in development for a 2027 release. Goodwin stated this film would be the ending of a "huge storyline" when it is released.

Superman: Beacon of Hope[edit | edit source]

Superman defends Metropolis from a catastrophic event orchestrated by Lex Luthor, while showing the world why he remains a symbol of hope.

Iron Man: Heart of Steel[edit | edit source]

After discovering remnants of Kryptonite technology, Tony Stark creates a suit designed to neutralize alien threats. However, his test run is interrupted by a rogue Amazon warrior from Themyscira sent to retrieve the stolen tech, forcing Stark to reconsider the limits of his hubris in the face of mystical power.

Wonder Woman: Blade of Themyscira[edit | edit source]

Wonder Woman wields her legendary blade to protect Themyscira from a mystical invasion threatening its ancient secrets.

Spider-Man: Tangled Threads[edit | edit source]

Spider-Man faces a tech-savvy villain targeting New York City while struggling to maintain balance in his personal life.

The Flash: Race Against Time[edit | edit source]

Barry Allen becomes trapped within the Speed Force after pushing his limits during a rescue mission. As he navigates haunting visions of past and future events, he encounters the ghostly essence of Zoom, who warns him of a coming multiversal crisis. This short serves as a prelude to a larger conflict involving the Speed Force.

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. Clark, Anna (November 5, 2022). "Alex Brow Co-Writes GWU Shortfilm". Hollywood Reporter. THR Publishing. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Alex Brow joined Goodwin to co-write the screenplay for the GWU short film.
  2. Taylor, Emma (January 15, 2023). "Brow Ensures Web of Shadows Stands Alone". Collider. Collider LLC. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Alex Brow confirmed efforts to make Web of Shadows accessible without viewing Clash of Minds.
  3. Evans, Rachel (November 20, 2024). "Natalie Kingsley to Write Gods Among Mortals". Deadline. Penske Media. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Natalie Kingsley is confirmed as the screenwriter for Gods Among Mortals.
  4. Taylor, Emma (December 5, 2024). "Rebecca Wells Attached to Shadows of Gotham". Hollywood Reporter. THR Publishing. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Rebecca Wells is writing Shadows of Gotham for Chapter One.
  5. Harrison, David (December 20, 2024). "Quentin Hart Confirmed for Broken Alliances". Collider. Collider LLC. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Quentin Hart is confirmed as the writer for Broken Alliances.
  6. Stewart, Paul (December 5, 2024). "Multiple Writers Confirmed for Goodwinverse: Assembled". Screen Rant. Screen Rant LLC. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Goodwinverse: Assembled will feature contributions from several screenwriters.
  7. Brown, Emma (December 10, 2023). "Fantastic Four Film Reportedly in Development". Variety. Variety Media. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Reports suggest a Fantastic Four film is in the works for the GWU's 2025 lineup.
  8. Taylor, Sophia (December 12, 2023). "Mob Productions Developing Fantastic Four Film". Deadline. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Mob Productions is reportedly planning to include Fantastic Four in the GWU.
  9. Johnson, Lucas (December 15, 2023). "Fantastic Four Film to Feature Original Take". The Hollywood Reporter. THR Media. Retrieved December 27, 2024. The film is described as a fresh, original take on the Fantastic Four.
  10. Clark, Isabella (December 16, 2023). "Mob Productions Promises Unique Fantastic Four Film". IGN. IGN Entertainment. Retrieved December 27, 2024. The upcoming Fantastic Four film will stand apart from prior adaptations.
  11. Garcia, Noah (December 20, 2023). "Freddie Goodwin Confirms Fantastic Four Development". Screen Rant. Screen Rant LLC. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Goodwin confirmed that the Fantastic Four film is in active development for mid-2025.
  12. Evans, Hannah (December 21, 2023). "Fantastic Four Film in Development, Confirms Goodwin". ComicBook.com. ComicBook Inc. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Goodwin stated the project is progressing and aims for a mid-2025 release.
  13. Smith, Oliver (December 22, 2023). "Fantastic Four Release Date Announced". Cinemablend. Cinemablend LLC. Retrieved December 27, 2024. The Fantastic Four film is scheduled for a July 27, 2025 release.
  14. Walker, Sophie (December 23, 2023). "Fantastic Four Film Set for Summer 2025". Empire. Bauer Media Group. Retrieved December 27, 2024. The film will hit theaters in July 2025.
  15. Adams, Charlotte (December 24, 2023). "Fans React Positively to Fantastic Four News". Variety. Variety Media. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Fans welcomed the announcement of a fresh Fantastic Four adaptation.
  16. Taylor, Sophia (December 25, 2023). "Fantastic Four Film Announcement Generates Buzz". The Hollywood Reporter. THR Media. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Fans showed enthusiasm for the unique approach to the Fantastic Four.
  17. Garcia, Noah (December 26, 2023). "Goodwin Teases Fantastic Four Film Tone". IGN. IGN Entertainment. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Goodwin described the tone of the Fantastic Four as combining grounded elements with cosmic adventure.
  18. Evans, Hannah (December 27, 2023). "Fantastic Four to Combine Grounded Story with Cosmic Adventure". ComicBook.com. ComicBook Inc. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Goodwin hinted at the film's balance of grounded storytelling and cosmic scope.
  19. Brown, Emma (September 1, 2024). "John Krasinski Returns as Reed Richards". Variety. Variety Media. Retrieved December 27, 2024. John Krasinski will reprise his role as Reed Richards in the upcoming Fantastic Four film.
  20. Taylor, Sophia (September 2, 2024). "Krasinski Confirmed as Reed Richards for Fantastic Four". Deadline. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Krasinski's return as Mister Fantastic was officially announced in September 2024.
  21. Johnson, Lucas (September 3, 2024). "Vanessa Kirby Cast as Sue Storm". The Hollywood Reporter. THR Media. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Vanessa Kirby joins the Fantastic Four as Sue Storm.
  22. Clark, Isabella (September 4, 2024). "Joseph Quinn and Ebon Moss-Bachrach Join Fantastic Four". IGN. IGN Entertainment. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Joseph Quinn and Ebon Moss-Bachrach complete the Fantastic Four main cast.
  23. Garcia, Noah (September 5, 2024). "Fantastic Four Casting Praised by Fans". Screen Rant. Screen Rant LLC. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Fans reacted positively to the casting of the Fantastic Four.
  24. Evans, Hannah (September 6, 2024). "Positive Fan Reactions to Fantastic Four Cast". ComicBook.com. ComicBook Inc. Retrieved December 27, 2024. The casting of the Fantastic Four was widely celebrated by fans.
  25. Smith, Oliver (September 7, 2024). "Industry Experts Weigh in on Fantastic Four Casting". Cinemablend. Cinemablend LLC. Retrieved December 27, 2024. The Fantastic Four cast choices were seen as a strategic move to energize the GWU.
  26. Walker, Sophie (September 8, 2024). "Strategic Importance of Fantastic Four Casting". Empire. Bauer Media Group. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Analysts highlight the significance of the Fantastic Four casting for the GWU's future.
  27. Adams, Charlotte (September 9, 2024). "Fantastic Four Casting Marks GWU Milestone". Variety. Variety Media. Retrieved December 27, 2024. The casting announcement cements the Fantastic Four's importance in the GWU.
  28. Taylor, Sophia (September 10, 2024). "Fantastic Four to Play Pivotal Role in GWU". Deadline. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved December 27, 2024. The Fantastic Four will have a pivotal role in shaping the GWU's cinematic future.
  29. Garcia, Noah (September 11, 2024). "GWU's Future Shaped by Fantastic Four". Screen Rant. Screen Rant LLC. Retrieved December 27, 2024. The Fantastic Four are set to become key players in the GWU.
  30. Brown, Emma (October 29, 2024). "Filming Begins for Fantastic Four Film". Variety. Variety Media. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Principal photography for the Fantastic Four film began on October 29, 2024.
  31. Taylor, Sophia (October 30, 2024). "Fantastic Four Filming Schedule Revealed". Deadline. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved December 27, 2024. The production aims to complete filming by March 2025.
  32. Johnson, Lucas (November 1, 2024). "Fantastic Four Production Focuses on Streamlined Schedule". The Hollywood Reporter. THR Media. Retrieved December 27, 2024. The team is working on a tight schedule to avoid reshoots and ensure a timely release.
  33. Clark, Isabella (November 2, 2024). "Fantastic Four Film Stays on Track for Mid-2025 Release". IGN. IGN Entertainment. Retrieved December 27, 2024. Production aims to keep the mid-2025 release date intact by avoiding reshoots.