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=== | === ''Deadpool & Wolverine'' (2024) === | ||
{{Main|Deadpool & Wolverine {{!}} ''Deadpool & Wolverine''}} | |||
Wade Wilson lives a quiet life, having left his time as the mercenary Deadpool behind him, until the Time Variance Authority (TVA) pulls him into a new mission. With his home universe, Earth-10005, facing an existential threat, Wilson reluctantly joins forces with an even more reluctant Wolverine on a mission that will change the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). | |||
After the acquisition of 21st Century Fox by Disney was announced in December 2017, Disney CEO Bob Iger said Ryan Reynolds would reprise his role as Wade Wilson / Deadpool from Fox's R-rated ''X-Men'' films ''Deadpool'' (2016) and ''Deadpool 2'' (2018) in the PG-13–rated MCU. By December 2019, Reynolds confirmed a third ''Deadpool'' film was in development at Marvel Studios, with Wendy Molyneux and Lizzie Molyneux-Logelin writing the film by November 2020. The film is set in the MCU and retains the R-rating, the first MCU film to do so. By March 2022, Shawn Levy was hired to direct while the first two films' writers, Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, were rewriting the script, doing so with Zeb Wells, Reynolds, and Levy; the latter two also produced through their respective production companies Maximum Effort and 21 Laps Entertainment, alongside ''X-Men'' film series producer Lauren Shuler Donner. Hugh Jackman co-stars as James "Logan" Howlett / Wolverine, reprising the role from the ''X-Men'' films. Filming began in late May 2023 at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire, England, but was suspended in July due to the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike. Production resumed in late November after the strike ended, and wrapped in January 2024, with the film's title revealed the next month. Feige said the film would be the start of the MCU's "Mutant era". ''Deadpool & Wolverine'' premiered on July 22, 2024, and was released on July 26. | |||
''[[Deadpool & Wolverine]]'' is set in 2024, six years after the events of ''Deadpool 2'', largely on Earth-10005 and in the Void; it occurs after the events of the second season of ''Loki''. Returning from the previous ''Deadpool'' films are Morena Baccarin as Vanessa, Rob Delaney as Peter, Leslie Uggams as Blind Al, Karan Soni as Dopinder, Brianna Hildebrand as Negasonic Teenage Warhead, Shioli Kutsuna as Yukio, Stefan Kapičić as the voice of Colossus, and Lewis Tan as Shatterstar, with Aaron Stanford, Dafne Keen, and Tyler Mane reprising their respective roles as Pyro, Laura / X-23, and Sabretooth from the ''X-Men'' film series. Also reprising their roles from other Marvel films are Jennifer Garner as Elektra Natchios from Fox's ''Daredevil'' (2003) and ''Elektra'' (2005); Wesley Snipes as Eric Brooks / Blade from New Line Cinema's ''Blade'' film trilogy (1998–2004); and Chris Evans (who portrayed Steve Rogers / Captain America in the MCU) as Johnny Storm / Human Torch from Fox's ''Fantastic Four'' (2005) and ''Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer'' (2007). Channing Tatum appears as Remy LeBeau / Gambit, after having been attached to star as the character in an unproduced ''Gambit'' film. Jon Favreau reprises his MCU role of Harold "Happy" Hogan, as does Wunmi Mosaku as Hunter B-15 from ''Loki'', with the TVA and the creature Alioth from that series also featured in the film, along with the Hulk. | |||
=== ''The Fantastic Four'' (2024) === | |||
{{Main|The Fantastic Four (2024 film) {{!}} ''The Fantastic Four'' (2024 film)}} | |||
''[[The Fantastic Four (2024 film)|The Fantastic Four]]'' is a 2024 American [[superhero film]] based on the [[Marvel Comics]] superhero team [[Fantastic Four|of the same name]]. Produced by [[Mob Productions]] and distributed by [[Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures]], it is [[List of Mob Cinematic Universe films|the 2nd film]] in the [[Mob Cinematic Universe]] (MCU) and the second [[Reboot (fiction)|reboot]] of the [[Fantastic Four in film|''Fantastic Four'' film series]]. The film is directed by [[Jackson Miller]] from a screenplay by the writing duo [[Sara Case]] and [[Patrick Reid]]. It features an [[ensemble cast]] including [[Pedro Pascal]], [[Vanessa Kirby]], [[Joseph Quinn (actor)|Joseph Quinn]], and [[Ebon Moss-Bachrach]] as the titular team, alongside [[Julia Garner]], and [[Ralph Ineson]]. | |||
During an interview in 2022, Goodwin confirmed that he had been focusing on introducing various heroes to his own universe — and originally wanted to introduce the Avengers into the universe, though felt the Fantastic Four would be better suited for the mutant-themed story. Goodwin had a final draft completed by September 2022, although filming was not scheduled to begin until mid-2023. By March 2024, Goodwin revealed the film's official release date as July 28, 2024. | |||
[[20th Century Fox]] began work on a new ''Fantastic Four'' film after the failure of ''[[Fantastic Four (2015 film)|Fantastic Four]]'' (2015). After the studio was [[Acquisition of 21st Century Fox by Disney|acquired by Disney]] in March 2019, control of the franchise was transferred to Mob Productions, and a new film was announced that July. [[Jon Watts]] was set as director in December 2020, but stepped down in April 2022. Shakman replaced him that September when Kaplan and Springer were working on the script. Casting was underway by early 2023, and Case joined to rewrite the script by that March, with Squires and Cameron also writing. Mob Productions wanted to tell a new story with the characters rather than retell their [[origin story]]. Pearson joined to polish the script by mid-February 2024, when the main cast was announced, and additional casting took place in the following months. Filming occurred throughout 2023. | |||
''The Fantastic Four'' premiered on July 22, 2024, at the [[David H. Koch Theater]] in New York City, and was released on July 28, 2024, as part of Phase One of the MCU. The film received generally positive reviews from critics, and has grossed $892.67 million worldwide. | |||
=== ''Doctor Doom'' (2025) === | |||
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''[[Doctor Doom (2025 film)|Doctor Doom]]'' is a 2025 American [[superhero film]] based on the [[Marvel Comics]] character of [[Doctor Doom|the same name]]. Produced by [[Mob Productions]] and distributed by [[Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures]], it is a [[prequel]] to ''[[The Fantastic Four (2024 film)|The Fantastic Four]]'' (2024), and [[List of Mob Cinematic Universe films|the 3rd film]] in the [[Mob Cinematic Universe]] (MCU). Directed by Wilma Zimmerman, who wrote the screenplay with [[Myla Salazar]], [[Sara Case]], [[Patrick Reid]], [[Ethan Morland]], and [[Clara Redwood]]. | |||
Development on a film focused on the character Doctor Doom began in late 2019, but didn't have a working script. A first draft was submitted by late 2020 and a final draft was completed by late July 2023. Filming began on June 30 and concluded the following month on July 28, 2024. | |||
''Doctor Doom'' was released on January 3, 2025, as part of Phase One of the MCU. It recieved critical acclaim for its writing and has been called the best [[Doctor Doom]] adaption ever made. The film grossed $496.74 million worldwide, making it the second-highest grossing MCU film of the time. | |||
=== ''The Wolverine: Rebirth'' (2025) === | |||
{{Main|The Wolverine: Rebirth {{!}} ''The Wolverine: Rebirth''}} | |||
''[[The Wolverine: Rebirth]]'' is a 2025 American [[superhero film]] based on the [[Marvel Comics]] character [[Wolverine]]. Produced by [[Mob Productions]] and distributed by [[Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures]], it is [[List of Mob Cinematic Universe films|the 4th film]] in the [[Mob Cinematic Universe]] (MCU). [[Taron Egerton]] was cast as [[James "Logan" Howlett / Wolverine]] in September 2023. He is joined by [[Anya Taylor-Joy]], [[Paul Mescal]], [[Sadie Sink]], [[Barry Keoghan]], [[Florence Pugh]], [[Hiroyuki Sanada]], [[Jeremy Allen White]], [[Christoph Waltz]], [[Jacob Elordi]], [[Jeffrey Wright]], [[Sophie Thatcher]], and [[Clancy Brown]]. | |||
''The Wolverine: Rebirth'' began development in 2014 as a feature film set in 20th Century Fox’s X-Men universe but faced multiple script rewrites and production setbacks. [[Hugh Jackman]] was initially attached but exited in 2017, leading to a search for a younger Wolverine. | |||
''The Wolverine: Rebirth'' was released on March 11, 2025, as part of Phase One of the MCU. The film has grossed $102.73 million worldwide on a budget of $60 million. ''The Wolverine: Rebirth'' recieved mixed reviews from critics, who praised the ambitious story but disliked the pacing and writing. | |||
=== ''Ascendants'' (2026) === | |||
{{Main|Ascendants (2026 film) {{!}} ''Ascendants'' (2026 film)}} | |||
''[[Ascendants (2026 film)|Ascendants]]'' is an upcoming American [[superhero film]] based on the [[Marvel Comics]] superhero team the [[X-Men]]. Produced by [[Mob Productions]] and distributed by [[Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures]], it is intended to be [[List of Mob Cinematic Universe films|the 5th film]] in the Mob Cinematic Universe (MCU). Directed by [[Finnian Hawke]] and written by [[Ulysses Black]] and [[Freddie Goodwin]], and stars [[Chris Hemsworth]] as [[List of Mob Cinematic Universe characters|Kael Thorne / Stormborne]], alongside [[Venessa Kirby]], [[Letitia Wright]], [[Paul Rudd]], [[Sebastian Stan]], [[Florence Pugh]], [[Simu Liu]], [[Danny Ramirez]], [[Pedro Pascal]], and [[Robert Downey Jr.]]. In the film, a coalition of mutants and heroes — dubbed the "Ascendants" — must unite to stop Virex (Downey), an ancient being who threatens to collapse all realities into one. | |||
''Ascendants'' was originally titled ''The Mutants'' before being officially retitled in December 2023. Following the name change, it was announced that composer [[Ludwig Göransson]] would score the film and assist in editing its soundtrack to incorporate thematic elements from previous entries in the MCU. | |||
Initial reports of Mob Productions developing a film based on the X-Men property emerged in June 2020, with sources indicating that the project would not carry the traditional "X-Men" title and would instead focus more broadly on the concept of mutants. In 2021, Mob Productions officially announced plans for a new cinematic universe centered around a "Mutant vs. Hero" narrative, which was widely speculated to involve the Avengers. The film was later confirmed as the culminating installment of Phase One and was set to introduce original mutant characters alongside returning heroes from earlier MCU entries. | |||
''Ascendants'' is scheduled to be released in the United States on February 12, 2026. | |||
== Future films == | |||
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! scope="row" |''Silver Surfer'' | |||
|July 3, 2026 | |||
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! scope="row" |''Black Phoenix'' | |||
|October 10, 2026 | |||
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! scope="row" |''X-Men: Liberation'' | |||
|May 5, 2027 | |||
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! scope="row" |''The Fantastic Four: Doomworld'' | |||
|November 26, 2027 | |||
|Jackson Miller | |||
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! scope="row" |''Omega Sentinel'' | |||
|August 18, 2028 | |||
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! scope="row" |''[[Spider-Verse: Miles]]'' | |||
|December 15, 2028 | |||
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=== ''Silver Surfer'' (2026) === | |||
Set in the aftermath of Doomworld, Silver Surfer explores the origins of Norrin Radd, a noble scientist from the utopian planet Zenn-La who sacrifices his freedom to serve Galactus, the Devourer of Worlds, in order to save his homeworld. The film follows Radd's transformation into the Silver Surfer as he searches for worlds for his master to consume — until a confrontation with humanity challenges his beliefs and ignites his rebellion. The film expands the cosmic scope of the Mob Cinematic Universe, building upon lore first introduced in The Fantastic Four and its sequel. | |||
The project entered active development in early 2025, shortly after the box office success of Doctor Doom. Freddie Goodwin and Marcus V. Lane were confirmed as producers, with the intention of anchoring the film as a spiritual epilogue to the Doom saga. Casting had reportedly focused on a "stoic but sympathetic" lead for Radd and an imposing presence for Galactus. The film is set to introduce key elements of the Power Cosmic and establish the wider galactic mythology of the MCU. Filming is expected to begin in late 2025, targeting a 2026 release. | |||
=== ''Black Phoenix'' (2026) === | |||
Black Phoenix tells the story of Jean Grey, a powerful mutant telepath and telekinetic who is possessed by the Phoenix Force — an ancient cosmic entity of creation and destruction. After merging with the dark fragment of the Phoenix during a secret Mob X-Division experiment, Jean’s personality begins to fracture, forcing her allies — including members of the X-Men — to choose between saving their friend or stopping a force that could consume the world. | |||
The film entered development in mid-2025 as a darker companion piece to the more ensemble-driven X-Men: Liberation. Freddie Goodwin, Marcus V. Lane, and Amy Pascal serve as producers. The story is said to blend psychological drama with sci-fi horror, deliberately departing from previous cinematic takes on the Phoenix storyline. It is reportedly set in the aftermath of the Mutant Registration conflict, with the X-Men fractured and Jean isolated. Casting is underway, with emphasis on finding a lead who can portray both warmth and menace. Black Phoenix is scheduled for release in October 2026. | |||
=== ''X-Men: Liberation'' (2027) === | |||
Set in the wake of rising global anti-mutant sentiment, X-Men: Liberation follows Professor Charles Xavier as he reassembles a new generation of mutants to oppose a totalitarian campaign led by the multinational Sentinel Authority. The film reintroduces iconic characters such as Cyclops, Storm, and Nightcrawler, while debuting new faces like Armor and Hellion. Facing technological oppression, political betrayal, and betrayal from within, the X-Men must decide whether their legacy is peace — or revolution. | |||
Announced in early 2025, X-Men: Liberation was envisioned as the flagship ensemble for the MCU’s mutant arc. It builds upon thematic groundwork laid in The Wolverine: Rebirth and the events of Black Phoenix, while acting as a culmination of Phase Two’s mutant-focused subplots. The creative team has emphasized the film’s political resonance and moral ambiguity. Principal photography is expected to begin in 2026, with casting rumored to focus on an international ensemble. It is scheduled for release in May 2027. | |||
=== ''The Fantastic Four: Doomworld'' (2027) === | |||
In Doomworld, the Fantastic Four face their greatest challenge yet when Victor Von Doom, thought to be destroyed, returns from Planet Zero with godlike power and a plan to reshape reality itself. The film pits Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm against a tyrant who has declared himself emperor of a pocket dimension known as Latverion Prime — and intends to merge it with Earth. With the fate of multiple realities at stake, alliances fracture, dimensions collapse, and a sacrifice must be made. | |||
Directed by Miller, Doomworld is the direct sequel to 2024’s ''[[The Fantastic Four (2024 film)|The Fantastic Four]]''. The film brings closure to the franchise’s trilogy arc while opening the door to the larger cosmic narratives of the MCU. The script underwent major revisions throughout 2025, with scenes reportedly overlapping with Silver Surfer’s timeline. Much of the original cast returns, with expanded roles for Latverian characters and Doom’s inner circle. Production began in mid-2025 and is set to wrap in early 2026. It is slated for a November 2027 release. | |||
=== ''Omega Sentinel'' (2028) === | |||
''Omega Sentinel'' centers on Karima Shapandar, a former Indian police officer transformed against her will into a next-generation Sentinel designed to hunt and terminate mutants. Awakened decades later in a dystopian future, Karima must wrestle with her machine programming and human conscience as she uncovers the truth behind the Sentinel Authority and its ties to mutant genocide. The film explores themes of identity, control, and the thin line between protection and tyranny. | |||
The film was announced in March 2025 as the closing chapter to the Phase Two mutant arc. Producers have described it as both a standalone dystopian thriller and a thematic mirror to X-Men: Liberation. Karima is portrayed as an anti-hero, caught between two worlds she no longer recognizes. Early drafts of the script were written concurrently with Liberation to ensure continuity across timelines. Filming is scheduled to begin in late 2026. Omega Sentinel is expected to release in August 2028. | |||
=== ''Spider-Verse: Miles'' (2028) === | |||
{{Redirect|Spider-Verse: Miles}} | |||
After the multiversal chaos of Doomworld, a rift in reality causes an anomaly in [[New York City]] — allowing Miles Morales, a young [[Spider-Man]] from another dimension, to become stranded in the Mob Cinematic Universe’s main timeline. Struggling to find his place in a world that already has its own legacy of Spider-heroes, Miles must prove himself worthy while unraveling a conspiracy that threatens the stability of every Spider-Verse across reality. The film balances coming-of-age drama with multiversal science fiction, and introduces new variants of familiar characters. | |||
''Spider-Verse: Miles'' was quietly greenlit in late 2024 after negotiations between Marvel CU and Mob Studios allowed for the shared custody of select multiverse concepts. Though separate from Sony’s Spider-Verse franchise, this film acknowledges its existence and pays homage to it. It marks the first official crossover character between franchises under the Mob brand. Casting for Miles began in early 2025, with producers emphasizing the need for both cultural authenticity and emotional depth. The film is currently in development with a targeted release of December 15, 2028. | |||
== Recurring cast and characters == | == Recurring cast and characters == | ||
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Release date | 2024–present |
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| Language | English |
| Budget | Total (4 films): $885 million |
| Box office | Total (4 films): $2.864 billion |
The Mob Cinematic Universe (MCU) features a list of American films and series superhero films produced by Mob Studios (formerly Mob Productions) based on characters that appear in publications by Marvel Comics, Mob Comics, and DC Comics. The MCU is the shared universe in which all of the films are set. The films have been in production since 2019, and in that time Mob Studios have had multiple films in various stages of development.
The films are written and directed by various individuals and feature large, often ensemble, casts. Mob Studios Marcus V. Lane alongside Freddie Goodwin has produced every film in the series, alongside Ryan Reynolds for Deadpool & Wolverine (2024).
Mob Productions releases its films in groups called "Phases", inspired by Marvel Studios' MCU. The films are distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, who have been since 2024 with Deadpool & Wolverine (2024).
Chapter One includes the films Deadpool & Wolverine (2024), The Fantastic Four (2024), Doctor Doom (2025), The Wolverine: Rebirth (2025), Ascendants (2026), Silver Surfer , Black Phoenix, X-Men: Liberation, The Fantastic Four: Doomworld (2027), Omega Sentinel, and Spider-Verse: Miles (2028).
Development
In early 2017, Freddie Goodwin began developing a superhero concept focused on a speed-powered teen navigating high school and heroics, planting the seeds for what would later become a shared narrative universe. Though initially informal and untitled, these early ideas laid the groundwork for the Mob Cinematic Universe (MCU), officially launched after Brow founded Mob Productions in late 2019. This marked a shift from experimental storytelling to a structured, interconnected universe emphasizing original characters, thematic depth, and long-form vision.
By 2020, Mob Productions transitioned from a passion project to a fully operational studio with clear creative and business frameworks. The company scrapped earlier scattered ideas in favor of a cohesive Phase One slate anchored by flagship characters, prioritizing quality over quantity. Collaborative writing teams, unified visual identity, and strategic talent casting were introduced, distinguishing Mob’s tone from traditional superhero fare through bold character arcs and cosmic stakes.
Internal challenges emerged as the universe expanded, prompting leadership changes in early 2023. Industry veteran Marcus V. Lane took over as CEO, rebranding the company as Mob Studios and broadening its scope beyond films into multi-platform content. Under Lane, the studio refined marketing, scheduling, and fiscal strategy while retaining Brow as Chief Creative Officer, who now focuses on story architecture. This professionalization solidified Mob Studios as a competitive entertainment powerhouse.
Chapter One: First Light, announced in March 2023, laid out a deliberate 8–10 year roadmap with interconnected yet stylistically diverse projects, including The Fantastic Four (2024), Doctor Doom (2025), The Wolverine: Rebirth (2025), and Ascendants (2026). Mob emphasized a clean timeline free from legacy baggage, strict script finalization before greenlights, and the integration of animated works into canon, while also allowing “Mob Elseworlds” projects outside core continuity. Following the acquisition of Fox’s Marvel assets, Mob Studios integrated legacy properties like Deadpool & Wolverine as narrative bridges into the new continuity. Subsequent slate reveals in late 2024 and early 2025 introduced cosmic and character-driven films such as Silver Surfer, Black Phoenix, Doomworld, X-Men: Liberation, Omega Sentinel, and Spider-Verse: Miles, reinforcing Mob’s commitment to originality and quality over rigid scheduling.
By mid-2025, Mob Studios publicly shifted away from strict chronological continuity toward a looser, brand-focused storytelling approach. CEO Lane highlighted the desire to prioritize thematic resonance and character depth over serialized pacing, allowing each film to stand independently while still contributing to the broader universe. Major crossover events remain part of the strategy but will not compromise individual story integrity. In this model, post-credit scenes function as the primary connective tissue linking standalone films and building anticipation for crossover events. This subtle approach preserves each film’s autonomy while gradually weaving a unified narrative tapestry for the Mob Cinematic Universe.
Films
Mob Productions releases its films in groups called "Phases".
Chapter One
| Film | U.S. release date | Director | Screenwriter(s) | Producer(s) | Status |
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| Deadpool & Wolverine | February 8, 2024 | Freddie Goodwin | Freddie Goodwin, Benjamin Knowles, Sara Case, Patrick Reid | Freddie Goodwin & Ryan Reynolds | Released |
| The Fantastic Four | July 28, 2024 | Jackson Miller | Sara Case & Patrick Reid | Freddie Goodwin | |
| Doctor Doom | January 3, 2025 | Wilma Zimmerman | Wilma Zimmerman, Myla Salazar, Sara Case, Patrick Reid, Ethan Morland, and Clara Redwood | ||
| The Wolverine: Rebirth | March 11, 2025 | Wilma Zimmerman | |||
| Ascendants | February 12, 2026 | Finnian Hawke | Ulysses Black | Post-production | |
Deadpool & Wolverine (2024)
Wade Wilson lives a quiet life, having left his time as the mercenary Deadpool behind him, until the Time Variance Authority (TVA) pulls him into a new mission. With his home universe, Earth-10005, facing an existential threat, Wilson reluctantly joins forces with an even more reluctant Wolverine on a mission that will change the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
After the acquisition of 21st Century Fox by Disney was announced in December 2017, Disney CEO Bob Iger said Ryan Reynolds would reprise his role as Wade Wilson / Deadpool from Fox's R-rated X-Men films Deadpool (2016) and Deadpool 2 (2018) in the PG-13–rated MCU. By December 2019, Reynolds confirmed a third Deadpool film was in development at Marvel Studios, with Wendy Molyneux and Lizzie Molyneux-Logelin writing the film by November 2020. The film is set in the MCU and retains the R-rating, the first MCU film to do so. By March 2022, Shawn Levy was hired to direct while the first two films' writers, Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, were rewriting the script, doing so with Zeb Wells, Reynolds, and Levy; the latter two also produced through their respective production companies Maximum Effort and 21 Laps Entertainment, alongside X-Men film series producer Lauren Shuler Donner. Hugh Jackman co-stars as James "Logan" Howlett / Wolverine, reprising the role from the X-Men films. Filming began in late May 2023 at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire, England, but was suspended in July due to the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike. Production resumed in late November after the strike ended, and wrapped in January 2024, with the film's title revealed the next month. Feige said the film would be the start of the MCU's "Mutant era". Deadpool & Wolverine premiered on July 22, 2024, and was released on July 26.
Deadpool & Wolverine is set in 2024, six years after the events of Deadpool 2, largely on Earth-10005 and in the Void; it occurs after the events of the second season of Loki. Returning from the previous Deadpool films are Morena Baccarin as Vanessa, Rob Delaney as Peter, Leslie Uggams as Blind Al, Karan Soni as Dopinder, Brianna Hildebrand as Negasonic Teenage Warhead, Shioli Kutsuna as Yukio, Stefan Kapičić as the voice of Colossus, and Lewis Tan as Shatterstar, with Aaron Stanford, Dafne Keen, and Tyler Mane reprising their respective roles as Pyro, Laura / X-23, and Sabretooth from the X-Men film series. Also reprising their roles from other Marvel films are Jennifer Garner as Elektra Natchios from Fox's Daredevil (2003) and Elektra (2005); Wesley Snipes as Eric Brooks / Blade from New Line Cinema's Blade film trilogy (1998–2004); and Chris Evans (who portrayed Steve Rogers / Captain America in the MCU) as Johnny Storm / Human Torch from Fox's Fantastic Four (2005) and Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007). Channing Tatum appears as Remy LeBeau / Gambit, after having been attached to star as the character in an unproduced Gambit film. Jon Favreau reprises his MCU role of Harold "Happy" Hogan, as does Wunmi Mosaku as Hunter B-15 from Loki, with the TVA and the creature Alioth from that series also featured in the film, along with the Hulk.
The Fantastic Four (2024)
The Fantastic Four is a 2024 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team of the same name. Produced by Mob Productions and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, it is the 2nd film in the Mob Cinematic Universe (MCU) and the second reboot of the Fantastic Four film series. The film is directed by Jackson Miller from a screenplay by the writing duo Sara Case and Patrick Reid. It features an ensemble cast including Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as the titular team, alongside Julia Garner, and Ralph Ineson.
During an interview in 2022, Goodwin confirmed that he had been focusing on introducing various heroes to his own universe — and originally wanted to introduce the Avengers into the universe, though felt the Fantastic Four would be better suited for the mutant-themed story. Goodwin had a final draft completed by September 2022, although filming was not scheduled to begin until mid-2023. By March 2024, Goodwin revealed the film's official release date as July 28, 2024.
20th Century Fox began work on a new Fantastic Four film after the failure of Fantastic Four (2015). After the studio was acquired by Disney in March 2019, control of the franchise was transferred to Mob Productions, and a new film was announced that July. Jon Watts was set as director in December 2020, but stepped down in April 2022. Shakman replaced him that September when Kaplan and Springer were working on the script. Casting was underway by early 2023, and Case joined to rewrite the script by that March, with Squires and Cameron also writing. Mob Productions wanted to tell a new story with the characters rather than retell their origin story. Pearson joined to polish the script by mid-February 2024, when the main cast was announced, and additional casting took place in the following months. Filming occurred throughout 2023.
The Fantastic Four premiered on July 22, 2024, at the David H. Koch Theater in New York City, and was released on July 28, 2024, as part of Phase One of the MCU. The film received generally positive reviews from critics, and has grossed $892.67 million worldwide.
Doctor Doom (2025)
Doctor Doom is a 2025 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name. Produced by Mob Productions and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, it is a prequel to The Fantastic Four (2024), and the 3rd film in the Mob Cinematic Universe (MCU). Directed by Wilma Zimmerman, who wrote the screenplay with Myla Salazar, Sara Case, Patrick Reid, Ethan Morland, and Clara Redwood.
Development on a film focused on the character Doctor Doom began in late 2019, but didn't have a working script. A first draft was submitted by late 2020 and a final draft was completed by late July 2023. Filming began on June 30 and concluded the following month on July 28, 2024.
Doctor Doom was released on January 3, 2025, as part of Phase One of the MCU. It recieved critical acclaim for its writing and has been called the best Doctor Doom adaption ever made. The film grossed $496.74 million worldwide, making it the second-highest grossing MCU film of the time.
The Wolverine: Rebirth (2025)
The Wolverine: Rebirth is a 2025 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character Wolverine. Produced by Mob Productions and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, it is the 4th film in the Mob Cinematic Universe (MCU). Taron Egerton was cast as James "Logan" Howlett / Wolverine in September 2023. He is joined by Anya Taylor-Joy, Paul Mescal, Sadie Sink, Barry Keoghan, Florence Pugh, Hiroyuki Sanada, Jeremy Allen White, Christoph Waltz, Jacob Elordi, Jeffrey Wright, Sophie Thatcher, and Clancy Brown.
The Wolverine: Rebirth began development in 2014 as a feature film set in 20th Century Fox’s X-Men universe but faced multiple script rewrites and production setbacks. Hugh Jackman was initially attached but exited in 2017, leading to a search for a younger Wolverine.
The Wolverine: Rebirth was released on March 11, 2025, as part of Phase One of the MCU. The film has grossed $102.73 million worldwide on a budget of $60 million. The Wolverine: Rebirth recieved mixed reviews from critics, who praised the ambitious story but disliked the pacing and writing.
Ascendants (2026)
Ascendants is an upcoming American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team the X-Men. Produced by Mob Productions and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, it is intended to be the 5th film in the Mob Cinematic Universe (MCU). Directed by Finnian Hawke and written by Ulysses Black and Freddie Goodwin, and stars Chris Hemsworth as Kael Thorne / Stormborne, alongside Venessa Kirby, Letitia Wright, Paul Rudd, Sebastian Stan, Florence Pugh, Simu Liu, Danny Ramirez, Pedro Pascal, and Robert Downey Jr.. In the film, a coalition of mutants and heroes — dubbed the "Ascendants" — must unite to stop Virex (Downey), an ancient being who threatens to collapse all realities into one.
Ascendants was originally titled The Mutants before being officially retitled in December 2023. Following the name change, it was announced that composer Ludwig Göransson would score the film and assist in editing its soundtrack to incorporate thematic elements from previous entries in the MCU.
Initial reports of Mob Productions developing a film based on the X-Men property emerged in June 2020, with sources indicating that the project would not carry the traditional "X-Men" title and would instead focus more broadly on the concept of mutants. In 2021, Mob Productions officially announced plans for a new cinematic universe centered around a "Mutant vs. Hero" narrative, which was widely speculated to involve the Avengers. The film was later confirmed as the culminating installment of Phase One and was set to introduce original mutant characters alongside returning heroes from earlier MCU entries.
Ascendants is scheduled to be released in the United States on February 12, 2026.
Future films
| Film | U.S. release date | Director | Screenwriter(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Surfer | July 3, 2026 | TBA | TBA | In-development |
| Black Phoenix | October 10, 2026 | TBA | TBA | |
| X-Men: Liberation | May 5, 2027 | TBA | TBA | |
| The Fantastic Four: Doomworld | November 26, 2027 | Jackson Miller | TBA | |
| Omega Sentinel | August 18, 2028 | TBA | TBA | |
| Spider-Verse: Miles | December 15, 2028 | TBA | TBA |
Silver Surfer (2026)
Set in the aftermath of Doomworld, Silver Surfer explores the origins of Norrin Radd, a noble scientist from the utopian planet Zenn-La who sacrifices his freedom to serve Galactus, the Devourer of Worlds, in order to save his homeworld. The film follows Radd's transformation into the Silver Surfer as he searches for worlds for his master to consume — until a confrontation with humanity challenges his beliefs and ignites his rebellion. The film expands the cosmic scope of the Mob Cinematic Universe, building upon lore first introduced in The Fantastic Four and its sequel.
The project entered active development in early 2025, shortly after the box office success of Doctor Doom. Freddie Goodwin and Marcus V. Lane were confirmed as producers, with the intention of anchoring the film as a spiritual epilogue to the Doom saga. Casting had reportedly focused on a "stoic but sympathetic" lead for Radd and an imposing presence for Galactus. The film is set to introduce key elements of the Power Cosmic and establish the wider galactic mythology of the MCU. Filming is expected to begin in late 2025, targeting a 2026 release.
Black Phoenix (2026)
Black Phoenix tells the story of Jean Grey, a powerful mutant telepath and telekinetic who is possessed by the Phoenix Force — an ancient cosmic entity of creation and destruction. After merging with the dark fragment of the Phoenix during a secret Mob X-Division experiment, Jean’s personality begins to fracture, forcing her allies — including members of the X-Men — to choose between saving their friend or stopping a force that could consume the world.
The film entered development in mid-2025 as a darker companion piece to the more ensemble-driven X-Men: Liberation. Freddie Goodwin, Marcus V. Lane, and Amy Pascal serve as producers. The story is said to blend psychological drama with sci-fi horror, deliberately departing from previous cinematic takes on the Phoenix storyline. It is reportedly set in the aftermath of the Mutant Registration conflict, with the X-Men fractured and Jean isolated. Casting is underway, with emphasis on finding a lead who can portray both warmth and menace. Black Phoenix is scheduled for release in October 2026.
X-Men: Liberation (2027)
Set in the wake of rising global anti-mutant sentiment, X-Men: Liberation follows Professor Charles Xavier as he reassembles a new generation of mutants to oppose a totalitarian campaign led by the multinational Sentinel Authority. The film reintroduces iconic characters such as Cyclops, Storm, and Nightcrawler, while debuting new faces like Armor and Hellion. Facing technological oppression, political betrayal, and betrayal from within, the X-Men must decide whether their legacy is peace — or revolution.
Announced in early 2025, X-Men: Liberation was envisioned as the flagship ensemble for the MCU’s mutant arc. It builds upon thematic groundwork laid in The Wolverine: Rebirth and the events of Black Phoenix, while acting as a culmination of Phase Two’s mutant-focused subplots. The creative team has emphasized the film’s political resonance and moral ambiguity. Principal photography is expected to begin in 2026, with casting rumored to focus on an international ensemble. It is scheduled for release in May 2027.
The Fantastic Four: Doomworld (2027)
In Doomworld, the Fantastic Four face their greatest challenge yet when Victor Von Doom, thought to be destroyed, returns from Planet Zero with godlike power and a plan to reshape reality itself. The film pits Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm against a tyrant who has declared himself emperor of a pocket dimension known as Latverion Prime — and intends to merge it with Earth. With the fate of multiple realities at stake, alliances fracture, dimensions collapse, and a sacrifice must be made.
Directed by Miller, Doomworld is the direct sequel to 2024’s The Fantastic Four. The film brings closure to the franchise’s trilogy arc while opening the door to the larger cosmic narratives of the MCU. The script underwent major revisions throughout 2025, with scenes reportedly overlapping with Silver Surfer’s timeline. Much of the original cast returns, with expanded roles for Latverian characters and Doom’s inner circle. Production began in mid-2025 and is set to wrap in early 2026. It is slated for a November 2027 release.
Omega Sentinel (2028)
Omega Sentinel centers on Karima Shapandar, a former Indian police officer transformed against her will into a next-generation Sentinel designed to hunt and terminate mutants. Awakened decades later in a dystopian future, Karima must wrestle with her machine programming and human conscience as she uncovers the truth behind the Sentinel Authority and its ties to mutant genocide. The film explores themes of identity, control, and the thin line between protection and tyranny.
The film was announced in March 2025 as the closing chapter to the Phase Two mutant arc. Producers have described it as both a standalone dystopian thriller and a thematic mirror to X-Men: Liberation. Karima is portrayed as an anti-hero, caught between two worlds she no longer recognizes. Early drafts of the script were written concurrently with Liberation to ensure continuity across timelines. Filming is scheduled to begin in late 2026. Omega Sentinel is expected to release in August 2028.
Spider-Verse: Miles (2028)
After the multiversal chaos of Doomworld, a rift in reality causes an anomaly in New York City — allowing Miles Morales, a young Spider-Man from another dimension, to become stranded in the Mob Cinematic Universe’s main timeline. Struggling to find his place in a world that already has its own legacy of Spider-heroes, Miles must prove himself worthy while unraveling a conspiracy that threatens the stability of every Spider-Verse across reality. The film balances coming-of-age drama with multiversal science fiction, and introduces new variants of familiar characters.
Spider-Verse: Miles was quietly greenlit in late 2024 after negotiations between Marvel CU and Mob Studios allowed for the shared custody of select multiverse concepts. Though separate from Sony’s Spider-Verse franchise, this film acknowledges its existence and pays homage to it. It marks the first official crossover character between franchises under the Mob brand. Casting for Miles began in early 2025, with producers emphasizing the need for both cultural authenticity and emotional depth. The film is currently in development with a targeted release of December 15, 2028.
Recurring cast and characters
The Mob Cinematic Universe (MCU) features a large ensemble of recurring characters portrayed by an expansive roster of actors, many of whom appear across multiple films and series. Ryan Reynolds stars as Wade Wilson / Deadpool, a mercenary with accelerated healing and a penchant for breaking the fourth wall. Initially introduced as a solo character, Deadpool later became central to the overarching multiversal storyline. Reynolds also portrays multiple variants of the character, including an unscarred, long-haired version and the canine-inspired Dogpool.
Hugh Jackman reprises his role as James "Logan" Howlett / Wolverine, depicting various versions of the character—including Old Man Logan, Patch, and a 1990s-inspired variant—as part of the multiverse narrative. Other mutants returning from the Fox-era include Aaron Stanford as Pyro, Tyler Mane as Sabretooth, and Jennifer Garner as Elektra. Characters such as Vanessa (Morena Baccarin), Blind Al (Leslie Uggams), Dopinder (Karan Soni), and Colossus (voiced by Stefan Kapičić) also reappear in multiple entries, maintaining continuity with earlier Deadpool installments.
Several major Marvel characters are introduced or reimagined within the MCU. Pedro Pascal portrays Reed Richards / Mister Fantastic, alongside Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm / The Thing—forming the Fantastic Four. Julia Garner appears as Shalla-Bal / Silver Surfer, while Ralph Ineson plays the cosmic entity Galactus. The villainous arc is anchored by Mads Mikkelsen as Victor Von Doom / Doctor Doom, with additional antagonists including Alicia Vikander as Lucia Von Bardas, Christoph Waltz as Mister Sinister, and Barry Keoghan as Arcade.
The mutant storyline expands with Taron Egerton portraying a new variant of Wolverine, joined by Anya Taylor-Joy as Mystique, Paul Mescal as Sabretooth, Sadie Sink as X-23, and Jeremy Allen White as Gambit. Supporting characters include Sophie Thatcher as Rogue, Clancy Brown as Colonel Stryker, and Jeffrey Wright as Professor Charles Xavier.
The Ascendants arc within the MCU introduces an original team of heroes and antagonists. Chris Hemsworth stars as Kael Thorne / Stormborne, a lightning-wielding tactician burdened by leadership. Vanessa Kirby appears as Elira Voss / Mirage, a stealth operative who manipulates light. Letitia Wright plays Nyari Sol, a technopath capable of communicating with machines. Paul Rudd portrays Milo Creel / Skipjack, a rogue time-runner with humor masking trauma. Sebastian Stan returns as Dax Riven / Hollow, a bio-engineered soldier stripped of emotion, now seeking redemption.
Florence Pugh joins the cast as Syla Ryn / Widowthorn, a lethal assassin trained by a hidden order who uses venom-coated blades and psychological manipulation. Simu Liu plays Korran Sha / Skyburn, a volatile exiled prince wielding kinetic heat energy. Danny Ramirez portrays Jet Calder, an anti-gravity aerial specialist and reconnaissance expert. Pedro Pascal also appears as Solon Rhade / Architect, a master strategist with the power to construct physical structures from thought. Robert Downey Jr. plays Virex, the film’s central antagonist—an ancient being who seeks to collapse all timelines into a singular, logical order.
Release
Theatrical disttribution
The first film of Phase One, Deadpool & Wolverine was released on February 8, 2024 to all states at the same time. The second film, The Fantastic Four, was released on July 28, 2024. The third film, Doctor Doom, was released on January 3, 2025. The fourth film, The Wolverine: Rebirth, was released on March 11, 2025. Ascendants, the last film of Phase One and fifth film overall in the MCU is scheduled to be released on February 12, 2026.
Disney+ releases
All films from Phase One will become available on Disney+ one month following their release in cinemas. Deadpool & Wolverine became available on Disney+ on March 8, 2024. The Fantastic Four became available on Disney+ on September 21, 2024. Doctor Doom became available on Disney+ on February 12, 2025. The Wolverine: Rebirth became available on Disney+ on June 28, 2025.
Reception
Box office performances
| Film | U.S release date | Box office grosses | Budget | Ref | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic | International | Worldwide | ||||
| Phase One | ||||||
| Deadpool & Wolverine | February 8, 2024 | $230,676,069 | $330,400,000 | $561,076,069 | $80 million | |
| The Fantastic Four | July 28, 2024 | $195,000,000 | $301,740,000 | $496,740,000 | $150 million | |
| Doctor Doom | January 3, 2025 | TBA | TBA | $0 | $220 million | |
| The Wolverine: Rebirth | March 11, 2025 | TBA | TBA | $0 | $60 million | |
| Ascendants | February 12, 2026 | TBA | TBA | TBA | $375 million | |
| Phase Two | ||||||
| Deadpool 2 | May 21, 2026 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | |
| Iron Man | July 28, 2026 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | |
| Blade | September 10, | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | |
| The Fantastic Four: Doomworld | October 19, 2026 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | |
| Phase Three | ||||||
| Total | $1,097,861,934 | $1,767,087,085 | $2,864,949,019 | $885,000,000 | ||
Critical and public response
Each film is linked to the "Critical response" section of its article.
| Film | Critical | Public | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotten Tomatoes | Metacritic | CinemaScore | PostTrak | |
| Phase One | ||||
| Deadpool | 87% (320 reviews) | 80 (40 reviews) | B+ | — |
| The Fantastic Four | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor Doom | — | — | — | — |
| The Wolverine: Rebirth | ||||
| The Mutants | — | — | — | — |
| Phase Two | ||||
| Sunfire x Dazzler: The Mutant Face Off | — | — | — | — |
| Deadpool 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Adventures with Wolverine | — | — | — | — |
| The Four War | — | — | — | — |
| Phase Three | ||||
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Accolades and critism
The films of the Mob Cinematic Universe have been nominated for numerous awards. However, it has caused the creation of hundreds of memes. The franchise has been given negative reviews for being too much like the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Potential/Cancelled projects
These projects were in development as films from Mob Productions before being either cancelled:
- Sunfire x Dazzler: The Mutant Face-Off: Cancelled on December 7, 2024.
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