Avengers: Doomsday Rumored to Bring Back Brie Larson’s Captain Marvel
Despite the disappointing box office performance of The Marvels, rumors suggest Brie Larson may return as Captain Marvel in Avengers: Doomsday. While earlier reports indicated she would not reprise the role, recent social media activity has sparked speculation otherwise.
Speculations Sparked by Instagram Story
Larson posted an Instagram story showing her voting in the Statewide Special Election. Observers noted she wore a wing resembling Carol Danvers’ from the films, which fueled rumors of last-minute changes to the upcoming Avengers film and her possible return.
Eternals' Absence Despite Box Office Troubles
Intriguingly, while Larson’s character may be making a comeback despite The Marvels' box office failure, the Eternals remain absent from the MCU’s near future.
- Eternals’ Financial Performance: The movie earned $400 million worldwide on a $200 million budget, according to The Numbers, before factoring in heavy marketing expenses.
- Reception: The film received a lukewarm critical response and failed to resonate strongly with audiences.
- Direction Challenges: Director Chloé Zhao shared with Vanity Fair that the film had a free rein after Endgame but lacked a clear direction, which contributed to its underwhelming impact.
"It was just after the release of Endgame, it had a free rein to experiment with what could and couldn’t stick for the superhero ensemble." — Chloé Zhao, Vanity Fair
Summary
Although Brie Larson’s Captain Marvel may return in Avengers: Doomsday despite prior reports, the Eternals continue to be sidelined following their underwhelming financial and critical reception.
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