List of Undeveloped Movies

The following is a list of the movies that were considered to be in development by Marvel Studios, based upon different Marvel Comics properties, but ended up not being produced in any way.
 
==Avengers: The Kang Dynasty==
On July 22, 2022, Marvel Studios filed five trademarks, including one for Avengers: The Kang Dynasty.trademarks filed for: "AVENGERS: SECRET WARS" - "AVENGERS: THE KANG DYNASTY" - "CAPTAIN AMERICA: NEW WORLD ORDER" - "MULTIVERSE SAGA" - "THUNDERBOLTS" The next day, at San Diego Comic-Con 2022, Kevin Feige officially announced that the film was in development. He also announced that the film would be released on May 2, 2025.SDCC 2022: Marvel Studios' 'Avengers: The Kang Dynasty' Announced Three days later, The Hollywood Reporter reported that Destin Daniel Cretton would be directing the film.‘Avengers: The Kang Dynasty’ to Be Directed by ‘Shang-Chi’ Filmmaker’ Destin Daniel Cretton (Exclusive)
On September 14, 2022, Deadline reported that Jeff Loveness would be penning the film's script.‘Avengers: The Kang Dynasty’: Jeff Loveness Tapped To Write Next Installment In Marvel Series
On June 13, 2023, it was announced that the film had been pushed back from its initial release date to May 1, 2026.Marvel Studios Announces Updates to Theatrical Release Schedule
On November 15, 2023, Deadline reported that Destin Daniel Cretton had stepped down as the director of the film, choosing to focus on directing Shang-Chi 2.Destin Daniel Cretton Departs As Director On ‘Avengers: The Kang Dynasty’; Remains Aboard ‘Wonder Man’, ‘Shang-Chi 2’ & More In MCU
On November 27, 2023, Deadline reported that Michael Waldron would be writing the film's script, replacing Jeff Loveness.‘Loki’ Creator Michael Waldron To Write Marvel Studios’ ‘Avengers: Kang Dynasty’
On December 18, 2023, Deadline reported that Jonathan Majors had been fired by , and thereby removed from the film, after he was deemed guilty during an assault and harassment verdict earlier that day.Jonathan Majors Fired By Disney/Marvel Studios After Assault Guilty Verdicts; Actor Had Played Kang The Conqueror That same day, The Hollywood Reporter revealed that Marvel Studios was currently referring to the film as Avengers 5 instead of The Kang Dynasty internally.Marvel Drops Jonathan Majors After Assault, Harassment Verdict
On February 21, 2024, The Hollywood Reporter revealed that the film would officially drop its subtitle The Kang Dynasty and that Kang the Conqueror's role in the film would either be minimized or excised entirely.How Marvel Is Quietly Retooling Amid Superhero Fatigue However, by April 2024, Disney released an upcoming movie schedule which retained the The Kang Dynasty subtitle.The Eric Goldman on X - April 5, 2024
On July 27, 2024, it was revealed that the film had been cancelled and the Kang storyline dropped, with Marvel Studios instead announcing Avengers: Doomsday as the fifth Avengers movie.DiscussingFilm on X - July 27, 2024Marvel unveils the first Avengers: Doomsday cast members – including Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom
==Cable==
On March 26, 2009, it was reported that Marvel Studios would begin assembling a group of screenwriters to pen the scripts for various lesser known properties that they wanted to develop, including .Marvel’s hiring writers
==Captain Britain==
On June 27, 2017, in an interview with Hey U Guys, Kevin Feige stated that Marvel Studios had discussed bringing Brian Braddock/Captain Britain to the Marvel Cinematic Universe stating "We have discussed it. There are a lot of actors that come in and ask for the part so we"ll have to see".Amy Pascal & Kevin Feige - Spider-Man Homecoming Exclusive Movie Interview
On May 10, 2018, expressed interest in portraying Captain Britain.Simon Pegg wants to play Captain Britain for Marvel
On September 8, 2018, it was reported that Marvel Studios had booked space at Pinewood Studios UK in November and December 2018 to hold auditions for a project called Captain Britain and the Black Knight.Guy Ritchie to Direct "Captain Britain and the Black Knight" Film!?!?!?!
On November 10, 2021, Henry Cavill expressed interest in portraying Captain Britain.Why Henry Cavill Basically Already Is James Bond
==Dazzler==
On April 22, 2010, it was reported that Marvel Studios had started taking meetings with writers and directors to work on small scale movies based on some of their lesser known characters including Alison Blaire/Dazzler.Marvel Studios Wants to Release Lower Budget Movies With Some of their Lesser Known Characters Like LUKE CAGE, KA-ZAR, and DAZZLER
==Doctor Doom==
On July 20, 2017, revealed that he was developing a film about Victor von Doom/Doctor Doom for with an eye to direct the film as well.Noah Hawley Developing Movie About ‘Fantastic Four’ Villain Doctor Doom for Fox
On December 14, 2017, announced . The acquisition would provide Disney with the opportunity to reunite the X-Men, Fantastic Four, and Deadpool with the Marvel family under one roof.The Walt Disney Company To Acquire Twenty-First Century Fox, Inc., After Spinoff Of Certain Businesses, For $52.4 Billion In Stock
On March 12, 2019, in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Noah Hawley revealed that his script for the film featured Doctor Doom putting a dome over Latveria, the fictional European country that he rules, and he later invites a female journalist to "be his voice to the world". Hawley also revealed that Kevin Feige had approached him about the project, but he was unsure if that would lead to the project moving forward.Noah Hawley’s ‘Doctor Doom’ Movie Still in Limbo
On March 20, 2019, The Walt Disney Company's acquisition of 21st Century Fox became effective.Disney’s Acquisition of 21st Century Fox Will Bring an Unprecedented Collection of Content and Talent to Consumers Around the World As a result, all X-Men and Fantastic Four related films that were in development were put "on hold"Lauren Shuler Donner Confirms Fox Marvel Movies on Hold; Wants ‘X-Men’ Franchise to “Evolve” and eventually cancelled.New ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Footage Hits CinemaCon
On January 9, 2020, in an interview with Deadline, Noah Hawley said that he had not been contacted by Marvel Studios regarding the project since The Walt Disney Company's acquisition of 21st Century Fox became effective and that his focus had now moved to the Star Trek film that he working on, but he hoped that his Doctor Doom film could fit into Marvel's plans and said that if they did ever contact him about it, he would be "in".Noah Hawley On His ‘Star Trek’ Movie & Connection To Greater Universe: “I Have My Own Take”; Updates On ‘Cat’s Cradle’, ‘Doctor Doom’ & More – TCA
==Unmade Guardians of the Galaxy Spin-Offs ==
===Drax and Mantis Film===
In 2020, Drax actor Dave Bautista revealed that James Gunn had plans for a film starring the duo of Drax and Mantis, however, it was scrapped due there being no room for it in the current schedule of Marvel projects.https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/guardians-of-the-galaxy-director-wanted-a-drax-and-mantis-film/ It became even less likely to occur after James Gunn's temporary firing. 
In 2022 The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special would release, prominently featuring the duo. However, it is unknown if it has any connections to this original project. 
After the release of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Bautista confirmed he would not be returning to the role, making the project all but confirmed to be dead.https://www.pearlanddean.com/dave-bautista-will-never-return-to-drax-role-just-to-collect-marvel-paycheque/#:~:text=Dave%20Bautista%20has%20vowed%20to,my%20seventh%20film%20as%20Drax.
===Rocket and Groot Film ===
In 2023, director James Gunn revealed that, prior to his firing, the story of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 had been planned to play out in a Spin-off starring Rocket Racoon and Groot. https://thedirect.com/article/groot-rocket-movie-story-marvel-studios However, the director eventually decided to combine the film with the original plans for Guardians 3.
==Inhumans==
In 2011, Marvel Studios began developing a film adaptation of the Inhumans. However, in 2016 it was quietly cancelled, and was instead turned into a TV show. https://www.vox.com/culture/2017/9/26/16255016/marvel-inhumans-explained-television 
==Iron Fist==
On March 26, 2009, it was reported that Marvel Studios would begin assembling a group of screenwriters to pen the scripts for various lesser known properties that they wanted to develop including Danny Rand/Iron Fist.
On August 6, 2010, in an interview with MTV News, when Kevin Feige was asked what possible projects Marvel Studios was looking at as follow-ups to The Avengers, he expressed his interest in the character Iron Fist.Marvel Considering 'Iron Fist' & 'S.H.I.E.L.D.' Movies, 'Black Panther' & 'Guardians Of The Galaxy,' Too!
The character of Iron Fist would later feature in a Netflix TV show.
==Iron Man 4==
In 2014, it was reported that Robert Downey, Jr. would most likely be replaced by another actor for a fourth Iron Man film due to his age. It was also reported that he would produce the film.'Iron Man 4' release date, cast spoilers: Colin Farrell to replace Robert Downey Jr?
On July 23, 2014, it was reported that Robert Downey Jr. had expressed interest in returning as Tony Stark for a fourth Iron Man film.ROBERT DOWNEY JR. HINTS HE'D BE OPEN TO IRON MAN 4
Though an Iron Man 4 never occured before the character's death inAvengers: Endgame, spiritual followups to the series exist in the forms of the TV show Ironheart and the film Armor Wars.
== Ka-Zar==
On April 22, 2010, it was reported that Marvel Studios had started taking meetings with writers and directors to work on small scale movies based on some of their lesser known characters including Kevin Plunder/Ka-Zar.
== Luke Cage ==
On April 22, 2010, it was reported that Marvel Studios had started taking meetings with writers and directors to work on small scale movies based on some of their lesser known characters including Luke Cage.
The character of Luke Cage would later star in a Netflix TV show.
==Namor the Sub-Mariner ==
On May 22, 2014, Borys Kit reported that Marvel Studios, not Universal Pictures, had the Namor film rights.Borys Kit on Twitter - May 22, 2014
On July 18, 2014, in an interview with IGN, Kevin Feige said that the Namor film rights were not with Universal and , but he explained there were a number of contracts and deals that had to be sorted out.KEVIN FEIGE TALKS GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY, THE AVENGERS & THE SUB-MARINER
On June 2, 2016, Joe Quesada revealed on Kevin Smith's podcast that Marvel Studios had the Namor film rights.Joe Quesada Says Marvel Studios Has the Rights to Namor
== Nighthawk==
On March 26, 2009, it was reported that Marvel Studios would begin assembling a group of screenwriters to pen the scripts for various lesser known properties that they wanted to develop including Kyle Richmond/Nighthawk.
==Power Pack==
On May 16, 2000, entered into a joint venture agreement with Artisan Entertainment to turn at least 15 Marvel superhero franchises into live-action films, television series, direct-to-video films, and internet projects. These franchises included an adaptation of Power Pack.Artisan deal a real Marvel
On April 22, 2010, it was reported that Marvel Studios had started taking meetings with writers and directors to work on small scale movies based on some of their lesser known characters including Power Pack.
On September 18, 2017, it was reported that Marvel Studios was revisiting Power Pack as a film with Jonathan Schwartz overseeing the film as a "-like" story.Marvel Studios Is Reportedly Planning A Family-Friendly “Spy Kids-Like” POWER PACK Movie
On June 25, 2018, Kevin Feige revealed that Marvel Studios was still interested in doing a Power Pack film someday.Marvel Studios Is Still Interested In A Power Pack Movie
==Runaways==
In May 2008, it was reported that a Runaways film was in development with Brian K. Vaughan attached to write and Kevin Feige attached to produce.Marvel Studios Developing Runaways With Brian K. Vaughan
On August 25, 2010, it was revealed via a casting call for the film's protagonists that Drew Pearce had signed on to co-write the film's screenplay with Vaughan and that would be directing the film. The casting call also revealed that Sarah Halley Finn and Randi Hiller would serve as the casting directors for the film.Walt Disney Pictures and Marvel Studios open casting call update for ‘The Runaways’
On October 22, 2010, it was reported that Marvel Studios had halted production on the film, citing a busy production schedule. Peter Sollett remained attached to the project, but was simultaneously offered to direct another Marvel Studios film.Marvel Studios Slows Down 'Runaways'
Runaways became a TV show in 2017.
==Silver Surfer==
On December 14, 2017, announced . The acquisition would provide Disney with the opportunity to reunite the X-Men, Fantastic Four, and Deadpool with the Marvel family under one roof.The Walt Disney Company To Acquire Twenty-First Century Fox, Inc., After Spinoff Of Certain Businesses, For $52.4 Billion In Stock
On December 19, 2019, in an interview, Adam McKay expressed his interest in developing a film about Silver Surfer due to both the potential of the film's visuals and the character's comic book story.‘Vice’ Director Adam McKay Is Interested in a ‘Silver Surfer’ Movie
On March 20, 2019, The Walt Disney Company's acquisition of 21st Century Fox became effective.Disney’s Acquisition of 21st Century Fox Will Bring an Unprecedented Collection of Content and Talent to Consumers Around the World As a result, all X-Men and Fantastic Four related films that were in development were put "on hold"Lauren Shuler Donner Confirms Fox Marvel Movies on Hold; Wants ‘X-Men’ Franchise to “Evolve” and eventually cancelled.New ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Footage Hits CinemaCon
On September 14, 2019, it was reported that a Silver Surfer film was in development.EXCLUSIVE: ‘SILVER SURFER’ MOVIE IN THE WORKS AT MARVEL STUDIOS
On April 22, 2021, in an interview, Adam McKay revealed that he was still interested in developing a film about Silver Surfer, but something got in the way of his previous attempt to develop the film. He also said that one of the reasons why he wanted to develop the film was because he felt he could easily turn it into an allegory for environmental issues.Adam McKay Still Interested In Directing MCU Silver Surfer Movie
==The Incredible Hulk 2==
In August 2009, Louis Leterrier expressed his interest in directing a potential sequel to The Incredible Hulk.Louis Leterrier Would Do Hulk Sequel – More Likely To Happen Now? On October 2010, Tim Blake Nelson revealed that he was signed on to reprise his role as Samuel Sterns in future Hulk films.Tim Blake Nelson Signed For More ‘Hulk’ Movies
On April 12, 2012, in an interview with Collider, Kevin Feige revealed that there were no plans to do another Hulk film.Kevin Feige Talks THOR 2, IRON MAN 3, CAPTAIN AMERICA 2, the AVENGERS Sequel, 2014/2015 Releases, and More! On September 12, 2012 Feige reaffirmed this, saying there wouldn't be another Hulk film until after Avengers 2.No ‘Incredible Hulk 2′ Until After ‘The Avengers 2′ On May 2, 2014, Lou Ferrigno claimed the same.Lou Ferrigno Claims a New Hulk Film Will Follow ‘The Avengers: Age of Ultron’
On April 13, 2015, in an interview with Collider, Mark Ruffalo revealed that Universal Pictures had the Hulk film distribution rights and that may be an obstacle to releasing a future Hulk film.Mark Ruffalo Reveals Universal Owns the Rights to Solo HULK Movies
In August 2023, Louis Leterrier revealed that the scrapped The Incredible Hulk sequel would have included Hulk's Grey Hulk persona and Red Hulks.The Incredible Hulk Director Reveals Scrapped Plans for MCU Sequel (Exclusive)
Eventually a Hulk spin-off would release in the MCU's fourth phase, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, and the Red Hulk would debut in Captain America: Brave New World. Tim Blake Nelson would also return as Samuel Sterns in the same film. 
==Warriors Three==
On May 9, 2011, when Kevin Feige was asked about a Warriors Three film, he said: "You never know. What's fun to me about the Warriors Three is that people seem to like them. People like the way that they were presented in this movie and their main note might be, 'I want to see more of them.' I think that for ‘Thor 2,’ if we should be so lucky, that there's an opportunity for that. But you never know."Will "Thor's" Success Spin-Off "The Warriors Three"?
The trio of characters were all killed off in 2017's Thor: Ragnarok, making chances of this project ever occuring slim.
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