Overview

• Disney announced an untitled MCU film is slated for December 15, 2028, marking a fourth Marvel release that year alongside projects in February, May and November.
• The additional 2028 slot comes despite CEO Bob Iger’s recent admission that Marvel “lost a little focus by making too much” and a stated strategy to prioritize quality over quantity.
• Marvel’s schedule for 2026 and 2027 has been slimmed to two films per year culminating with Avengers: Secret Wars in December 2027, which will wrap the current Multiverse Saga.
• Analysts note Disney often retains release dates as placeholders and this December 2028 date may not guarantee a film, but it positions the slot for a major project.
• Industry observers speculate the late 2028 slot could accommodate the MCU's anticipated X-Men debut or other long-gestating entries such as Shang-Chi 2 or Blade, though no title has been confirmed.