The MCU Might Be Giving Fans The Solo Film They Always Wanted Sooner Than Expected

The MCU Might Be Giving Fans The Solo Film They Always Wanted Sooner Than Expected

Key Takeaways

  • The MCU plans to bring back the original appeal of the Hulk with the introduction of Red Hulk in Captain America: Brave New World.
  • Changes made to the film will set up the World War Hulk storyline, the first Hulk-focused project since Iron Man in 2008.
  • Rumors suggest the MCU may introduce a new Hulk, Amadeus Cho, setting the stage for significant Hulk-focused developments.

As a die-hard Marvel fan who’s been following the Hulk’s cinematic journey since Edward Norton’s Green Goliath graced our screens, I must say, the latest news about the MCU’s plans for the Jade Giant has me absolutely smashed! The return of the original angst and fury with Red Hulk in Captain America: Brave New World is music to my ears. And if rumors are true, setting up the World War Hulk storyline – a long-awaited Hulk-focused project since Iron Man way back in 2008 – has me ready to hulk out with excitement!


In the upcoming phase of the Marvel Universe, there appears to be a challenge with the character, Hulk. However, an inside scoop on alterations in the next major Marvel project hints at considerable improvement ahead.

In the early stages of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the Avengers served as the primary driving force, since the rights to characters like Spider-Man, X-Men, and Fantastic Four were controlled elsewhere when Marvel Studios was established. A significant member of this initial MCU Avengers team was Bruce Banner, better known as The Hulk, who was a powerful but uncontrolled entity initially, but became more intelligent and less enraged over time during the Infinity Saga. This shift from rage to intelligence occurred in the comics on multiple occasions, but Banner’s portrayal in She-Hulk: Attorney At Law left much to be desired, leading many to argue that his ‘smart’ Hulk was a misstep in the MCU. Given this criticism, it appears that the franchise is planning to reintroduce some of the original anger with the upcoming appearance of Red Hulk in Captain America: Brave New World.

Instead of speculating about Captain America: Brave New World possibly adapting Gamma Corp from Marvel Comics, recent rumors point towards significant alterations in the upcoming Captain America film, which could pave the way for the World War Hulk storyline. This would mark the first Hulk-centric project since Iron Man launched the franchise in 2008. Moreover, these changes are expected to connect the gritty political thriller, Brave New World, with the grand scale Marvel stories anticipated under the Multiverse Saga banner. Consequently, fans can anticipate Bruce Banner reclaiming his true Hulk persona and assuming a pivotal role within the franchise again.

The MCU Might Be Giving Fans The Solo Film They Always Wanted Sooner Than Expected

Since the solo film “The Incredible Hulk” in the fanon MCU, featuring Edward Norton as the lead, didn’t mesh well with the growing MCU, a new version of the character was introduced, played by Mark Ruffalo. This version became the sole Hulk character in the MCU, abandoning plans for a sequel and any unfulfilled plotlines from the original. Although Ruffalo suggests that the character’s storyline has been adequately addressed in other MCU projects, fans are still yearning for a standalone Hulk movie to truly showcase the green giant’s story, as his popularity has skyrocketed since the last film and advancements in CGI, VFX, and cinematography have made such projects significantly better.

If events unfold as proposed, it’s possible that Bruce Banner may return in an even more powerful form, embodying the mighty Worldbreaker Hulk – one of his strongest manifestations yet. This could re-establish the awe-inspiring ‘force of nature’ essence that the character initially exhibited in the franchise, but amplified. While a less intense or high-stakes rendition of this storyline might not live up to the anticipation set by previous blockbusters like “Infinity War” and “Civil War”, even a scaled-down version would still make for an exciting watch.

In summary, it appears that the beloved character could be making a comeback if the latest news is accurate. There’s talk about another Hulk being cast – Amadeus Cho, a younger, vibrant character, who might be played by rising star Logan Kim. If these rumors are true, it seems the MCU is gearing up to introduce Hulks in a significant way, much like how they’re expected to bring in the X-Men, Fantastic Four, and their villains. Fans will have to wait and see if these whispers become reality over the next few months.

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2024-10-22 23:23