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2023 has been a pivotal year for theMarvel Cinematic Universe , but there have been some missed opportunities . The MCU released three movies in 2023 , along with theSecret Invasiontelevision series , Lokiseason 2 , andWhat If?season 2 in December . The year truly trudge out thecomplete MCU timeline , proffering a serial publication of vital event .
The MCU has seen some important developments in 2023 . TheGuardians of the Galaxytrilogy concluded , retiring several primal characters ; Loki wish farewell to the dealership in the extremely emotional finale ofLokiseason 2 ; and Jonathon Majors ' MCU debut as the official Kang the Conqueror . These developments promise to shape theMCU ’s future narrativesas interview gear up for Phase 4 ’s conclusion . However , the MCU still missed some unadulterated opportunities in its 2023 sacking .
Between Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures Entertainment , here is every upcoming Marvel moving picture release date and what we know about the projects so far .
10Ant-Man And The Wasp: Quantumania Wasted The Villain M.O.D.O.K.
The Iconic Comic Character Could Have Been Much More Effective
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MODOK ( Mechanized Organism Designed Only for Killing ) underwent a peculiar transformation inAnt - Man and the Wasp : Quantumania , merging the funny character withAnt - Man ’s adversary Darren Cross . The character ab initio appear like to the source material . However , once this picture show variant remove his masquerade , he was turned into a amusing , CGI - labored caricature miss the gravitas and intelligence of the originalsupervillain . The decision to present MODOK in this fashion languish the potential for an eerie and compelling realisation of the noted comic book character . rather , the MODOK that audiences received was a pitiable imitation that was roundly a disappointment .
9Quantumania Should Have Established Kang As A Real Threat
Kang The Conqueror Rivals Thanos In The Comics, But Not In The Movies
In the comic books , the formidable Kang was motor to inhibit because he was do-or-die to challenge his unparalleled understanding . Quantumania , however , portrayed Kang as a somewhat more generic villain , lacking the comedian ’s imposing characterization . Kang was far too easy to defeat inQuantumania , which altogether undermined his amusing book reputation - and his apparent future role in the MCU . His entire occasion inQuantumaniawas to rig up the next movie , and as a outcome , his story spark was incredibly tone down . The movie proposed a sense of grandness and peril considering Kang is supposed to take over from Thanos as the main baddie , but he was chop-chop trounce and very underwhelming .
8Ant-Man 3 Lost The Micro Charm Of Ant-Man 1 & 2
Quantumania Barely Used Its Protagonists’ Powers And Suffered Because Of It
Ant - Man and the Wasp : Quantumaniawas very unlike from its predecessor and for the most part forgot its greatest strength . Ant - ManandAnt - Man and the Wasptoyed with the booster ' size - changing powers , derive great humor by draw grand action in miniature location . Quantumaniawas comparatively free of the series ego - cognizant humorand suffer because of it . Furthermore , Quantumaniaonly deployed the eponymic character ’s business leader sporadically and instead favored a generic skill - fiction plot of land that could have starred any superhero from Marvel ’s roster . As such , Quantumanialost the unique magic spell from the early motion-picture show and squandered the chance to elaborate on them further .
7Loki Season 2 Could Have Furthered Loki and Sylvie’s Relationship
The Couple Formed The Emotional Center In Season 1
Loki ’s 2nd season dexterously developed several original characters , yet the variant Sylvie felt oddly sideline . The pair ’s Romance language was an essential facet of the first season , but time of year 2 apparently vacate this and pushed Sylvie into the background . The season or else revolve about on Loki and Mobius ’s friendship . Sylvie ’s limited CRT screen time failed to address the moment of her actions in season 1 , fall the potential of her romance with Loki . This was particularly confusing as much of Loki ’s newfound heroism was driven by his admiration for Sylvie . Lokiseason 2 , while entertaining , relegated this crucial expression from time of year 1 to a pocket-size subplot .
6Secret Invasion Wasted The Paranoid Spy Plot
Secret Invasion Depicted A Far More Contained Story Than It Promised
secluded Invasionpositioned Nick Fury as the protagonist in an espionage adventure , channelize away from the typical superhero narrative . However , the series fail to capture the paranoia and expansive narrative depicted in the original funny book story . The undeniably interesting premise drew mostly from the espionage genre . However , it revealed key Skrulls very early in the taradiddle , undermine some of the suspense the serial could have had . to boot , the original amusing series featured a wrapping of iconic characters who had been replaced by Skrulls , which had far - get to ramification for the Marvel universe . unavowed Invasionopted rather for a much more contained story , with very few fictional character from the wide of the mark franchise .
5Secret Invasion Wasted Maria Hill
Maria Hill Should Have Appeared A Lot More
InSecret Invasion , the return of Nick Fury and Maria Hill to the MCU promised a substantial storyline , but it took an unexpected go with Maria Hill ’s sharp death . In the comics , Hill is a unnerving and loyal spy , pivotal in major events like theCivil WarandSecret Invasion . The voltage to elevate her fiber in the MCU , particularly consider Cobie Smulder ’s playact art , was completely squandered . Secret Invasionwould have been the stark opportunity to loose her full potential , bridge over the post - Blip era and connecting the Phase 4 heroes . alternatively , she was kill for cushion economic value and to provide Nick Fury with some motivation .
4The Marvels Squandered Its Villain
Dar-Benn Should Have Played A Much Larger Role
Dar - Benn ’s routine to villainy inThe Marvelsstemmed from Captain Marvel assault the Kree Supreme Intelligence AI . While Carol Danvers believed she was freeing the Kree from oppression , she unwittingly set off a civil war , head Dar - Benn to consider her a terrorist . The Marvels , however , neglected to delve intoDar - Benn ’s background , miss an opportunity to explore her woe , expiration of family , and the rough realism she faced . The rushed narration sidelined potential fiber ontogeny and left Dar - Benn ’s motive and connection to other characters unexplored . The decisiveness to speedily remove the case in the volatile finale hinder the opportunity to introduce Kree perspectives and proffer a fully flesh - out villain .
3The Marvels Should Have Evolved Kamala Khan
Kamala Khan Should Have Reconsidered Her Captain Marvel Fandom
Kamala Khan ’s unwavering admiration for Captain Marvel was a defining trait , showcased through her memorabilia - adorned room and dedicated blog . This took midway degree inThe Marvelsbut failed to sport adequate lineament development . The movie unveil Captain Marvel ’s imperfections , revealing her purpose in the Kree civic war and her consequential actions . This prompt Kamala to momentarily question her idol ’s infallibility , particularly after see Carol abandon refugees . Yet despite get wind about Carol ’s mistakes , Kamala remained steadfast in her idolisation , providing unwavering reinforcement and comfort instead of evolving into an independent hero . The Marvelsconcluded with Kamala still deeply enamour with Captain Marvel , not evolving in the slender .
2Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 Oversimplified Adam Warlock
Adam Warlock Is A Complex And Vital Character In Marvel Comics
Adam Warlock ’s introduction inGuardians of the Galaxy Vol . 3was a disappointment . Adam Warlock was introduced as a dim - witted bravo who provide small significance to the movie ’s narrative . Despite his crucial role in Marvel Comics , where Adam Warlock was a " mankind - god " who held the Soul Stone , Guardians of the Galaxy Vol . 3reduced him to a comedic sidekick with minimal impact . In the comic , Warlock engaged in complex and grand storylines that showcased his cosmic powers and moral dilemmas . Marvel in truth missed the chance to place up Adam Warlock ’s intricate backstory . The movie could have offered a much - call for counterbalance to the Guardians ' pert humor , utilize his cosmic stature and profundity .
1Loki Season 2 Could Have Had Far Greater Closure
Loki’s Time-Slip Powers Could Have Revisited Previous Events And Characters
The MCU missed a important opportunity in theLokiseason 2 finale by not allowing Loki to metre - slip and reunify with his Asgardian family unit . As Loki navigate all-important minute with Mobius and Sylvie , a touching parting to Thor , Odin , and , crucially , Frigga could have bring far great excited closing . Loki could have conciliate his family issues- comparable to Thor visiting his mother inAvengers : Endgame . Loki ’s lack of gag law showcased a missed chance for emotional resolution . Lokialso squandered the opportunity to connect to the widerMCUfranchise , which Loki ’s clock time - slipperiness powers could have facilitated neatly . TheLokifinale was great , but it should have assume this missed chance .
