Avengers: Doomsday May Bring Back Brie Larson's Captain Marvel
Despite The Marvels flopping at the box office, Brie Larson might be reprising her role as Captain Marvel in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. Originally, it was reported that Larson would not return to the MCU as Captain Marvel, but recent developments suggest otherwise.
New Evidence from Brie Larson's Social Media
In an Instagram story posted by Larson (@brielarson), she was seen voting at the Statewide Special Election. Observers noted she wore a wing resembling Carol Danvers’ iconic wings from the films. This detail has sparked speculation that last-minute adjustments are underway for Avengers: Doomsday, potentially including Larson's return.
Contrasting Fate of Eternals and Captain Marvel
While Larson is seemingly welcomed back despite The Marvels' commercial failure, the Eternals remain absent from current MCU plans. The Eternals struggled with a box office gross of $400 million against a $200 million budget (according to The Numbers), excluding heavy marketing expenses.
- The film suffered from mixed critical reception and did not resonate strongly with audiences.
- Lack of a clear narrative direction contributed to its underperformance.
Director’s Insight
Chloé Zhao shared in a Vanity Fair interview that right after Endgame, the film had freedom to experiment, trying to find the right fit for the superhero ensemble.
Summary
The Marvels' underperformance hasn't stopped Brie Larson’s possible return, highlighting contrasting MCU strategies toward their characters post-Endgame.
Author's summary: Brie Larson is rumored to return as Captain Marvel in Avengers: Doomsday despite her film’s flop, while the Eternals struggle to find their place in the MCU.