Avengers: Doomsday and Brie Larson's Return
Despite the disappointing box office performance of The Marvels, Brie Larson appears to be returning as Captain Marvel in Avengers: Doomsday. Though it was initially reported she would not reprise her role in the MCU, recent signs suggest otherwise.
Speculations Sparked by Instagram Story
Larson shared an Instagram story during the Statewide Special Election, where she was seen wearing a wing resembling Carol Danvers' from the movies. This sparked rumors that last-minute changes to Avengers: Doomsday may include her return as Captain Marvel.
Box Office Context and Eternals' Absence
While Larson gets another chance despite The Marvels' box office struggle, the Eternals remain absent from the upcoming film lineup. Eternals grossed about $400 million worldwide against a $200 million budget, before marketing expenses, signaling underperformance.
"Eternals was set up for failure. Adding to it the lukewarm critical reception, it became clear that the film wasn’t hitting with the audiences like the others."
Lack of a clear narrative direction contributed to the film's struggles. Director Chloé Zhao said in a Vanity Fair interview that following Endgame, they had freedom to experiment with the superhero genre, which did not fully connect with viewers.
Summary
The return of Brie Larson as Captain Marvel in Avengers: Doomsday contrasts with the notable absence of the Eternals, highlighting a shift in MCU’s character focus despite recent setbacks.
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