On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the potential impact of 'Deadpool and Wolverine' on the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They delve into whether this movie will turn things around for Marvel, especially in the wake of Comic-Con and various industry lulls. The conversation covers the exceptional performance of Deadpool and Wolverine, the idea of comic book movie fatigue, and broader trends in the MCU. The discussion also branches out to cover upcoming Marvel releases like the new Captain America movie and the Agatha TV series. Additionally, they explore the introduction of Dr. Doom, speculating on its implications and touch upon storytelling elements that could shape the future MCU landscape.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:53 Deadpool and Wolverine's Box Office Success
02:38 The Future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
03:43 Marvel's Formula and Fourth Wall Breaks
06:19 Upcoming Marvel Projects
08:22 Speculations on RDJ's Portrayal of Doctor Doom
21:25 Conclusion and Farewell
