Blade MCU Reboot Plans After Delay Possibly Revealed by Rumor

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Blade MCU Reboot Plans After Delay Possibly Revealed by Rumor

Key Takeaways

  • – ‘BLADE’ rumored to film in the UK in 2025
  • – Small budget, very dark, R-rated
  • – Script in works, cast uncertain

As a seasoned gamer of Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) lore, I can’t help but feel a bit like Loki stuck in an endless time loop when it comes to the ‘Blade’ reboot. After years of waiting, hoping, and even doubting, we find ourselves back at square one with another rumor about the filming schedule.

It’s unfortunate that the release date for the Blade MCU has been pushed back, causing dismay among many fans. However, there’s a fresh whisper suggesting that Marvel Studios intends to kick-start the Mahershala Ali project earlier rather than later.

The MCU revamp of Marvel Studios’ Blade, initially announced at San Diego Com-Con 2019, had Ali stepping onto the stage alongside Kevin Feige to confirm his role as the bloodthirsty vampire hunter. However, the release date for this reboot has faced multiple delays since its announcement, most recently being pushed back indefinitely following a shift from its November 2025 slot to make way for Predator: Badlands. Speculation swirled that the MCU’s Blade reboot might be rescheduled for after the Multiverse Saga, causing some apprehension among fans who feared it could be scrapped entirely. Thankfully, a trustworthy source has shared an optimistic update about Marvel Studios’ intentions to progress with the problematic film.

Daniel Richtman suggests that the reboot of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Blade movie will commence filming in the UK around 2025, with no specific date or timeline provided. As per Richtman, this new Blade film is anticipated to be produced on a smaller budget and carry a more somber, dark tone. It’s also been reported that Marvel Studios is currently developing a fresh script for the movie, but it remains unclear if Eric Pearson, who previously worked on the screenplay, is still involved in the project.

Many fans remained skeptical about Richtman’s report due to numerous delays in the Blade update. Expressing a wait-and-see approach, several fans have adopted the mindset of “I’ll believe it when I see it.” Reddit user @NotTaken-username voiced this sentiment by stating, “I won’t believe Blade is happening until my butt is in the theater watching it,” referencing a famous line spoken by Wesley Snipes’ Blade during his appearance in Deadpool and Wolverine. Another user, @Patrick2701, echoed this skepticism by saying, “I only believe Blade is coming out when we get a trailer for the film.” Clearly, fans are not yet eager to get overly excited about the project’s release.

As a gamer, I’ve been eagerly anticipating the upcoming Blade movie. If the filming plan for 2025 holds true, it leaves me wondering when exactly we can expect to catch it on the big screen. Marvel Studios has three untitled movies lined up for February 18, May 5, and November 10 in 2028. During a chat with John Rocha, who claims he overheard Ali being content with the delay, Jeff Sneider expressed doubt that fans would have to endure until 2028 before watching Blade. However, it’s plausible that the film might find an earlier release date before 2028, but let’s keep in mind that this is all speculation for now.

Despite some challenges, it appears that Marvel Studios remains dedicated to making “Blade” with Ali starring as the title character. Mia Goth is said to still be on board to portray the villain Lilith, though there have been some departures from the cast due to scheduling changes in production. The impact of these changes on the cast is uncertain at this point, but fans might find solace in knowing that Marvel Studios is working hard to perfect the script before beginning filming. However, a history of delays and refinements could potentially raise expectations for “Blade” to an almost unattainable level.

Marvel Studios’ Blade is in development.

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2024-10-30 15:23