Overview
- Industry insider Jeff Sneider said on The Hot Mic podcast that the Blade movie is "dead" and that Ali’s Daywalker would be introduced in a Midnight Sons project, a claim not confirmed by Marvel.
- The reboot has been stuck in development for years, was removed from Marvel’s 2024 release slate, and cycled through at least six writers, with Eric Pearson most recently tackling the script.
- Reports note cast changes during the turmoil, with Delroy Lindo and Aaron Pierre no longer involved and Mia Goth still reported as attached to appear with Ali.
- Kevin Feige has publicly stated Marvel remains committed to Blade and that the character will make it to the MCU, underscoring the lack of official confirmation on any shelving.
- Midnight Sons has been reported in development since 2024, and coverage links the potential shift to Marvel prioritizing Multiverse-focused tentpoles over darker standalone entries.