At the glittering world premiere of Netflix's 'The Electric State,' held in the historic Egyptian Theatre Hollywood of Los Angeles, the esteemed filmmaking duo Joe and Anthony Russo captivated the red carpet with Deadline, unveiling glimpses into the forthcoming Marvel cinematic marvels, 'Avengers: Doomsday' and 'Avengers: Secret Wars,' slated for release in 2026 and 2027 respectively.
"We're diving headfirst into London's vibrant film scene, shooting these back-to-back behemoths," Joe Russo shared with Deadline's social media maven, Natalie Sitek, amidst the flashing lights and eager crowd. "It's a monumental task, one that may test our very survival—only time will tell. But the thrill is undeniable. We've uncovered a narrative thread that promises to be both intellectually stimulating for our audience and logistically challenging for us. It ignites our passion, driving us to rise early and tackle each day with renewed vigor."
When prodded about the possibility of long-anticipated crossover appearances from characters within the 'X-Men' universe or 'Deadpool,' Joe Russo played his cards close to his chest. "Who can say? The future remains shrouded in mystery. I'm as much in the dark as you are," he teased.
Anthony Russo, ever the joker, added with a wink, "Close your eyes and let your imagination wander. Picture whoever tickles your fancy the most."
Chris Pratt, the star of 'Guardians of the Galaxy' and now 'The Electric State,' was also quizzed about a potential cameo, responding with a mischievous grin. "Let's just say, the Marvel universe is a bottomless bag of tricks, and I've got a pretty good idea who fans would love to see make a comeback," he hinted.
Joe Russo summed it up succinctly, "In this universe, anyone from Marvel's vast roster could make an appearance. The possibilities are endless."
Following their revealing chat with Deadline, the Russo Brothers echoed sentiments they had shared with Empire last month, detailing how it took some time to envision 'Avengers: Endgame' not just as a conclusion but as a springboard for new MCU adventures.
"It was one of those eureka moments," Anthony Russo reminisced. "You couldn't predict it; it just hit us like a lightning bolt. And once it did, we knew we had a story that needed to be told."
The brothers will once again collaborate with screenwriter Steven McFeely, half of the duo that penned all their previous Marvel masterpieces alongside Christopher Markus.
Last year's Comic-Con saw the groundbreaking announcement of the Avengers' return, with Hall H erupting in excitement upon revealing that Robert Downey Jr., having heroically sacrificed his Iron Man alter ego in 'Endgame,' would reprise his role—this time as the villainous Doctor Doom.
Meanwhile, 'The Electric State,' directed by the Russo Brothers and set to stream on March 14th, weaves a sci-fi tale inspired by Simon Stålenhag's graphic novel. Millie Bobby Brown stars as a determined teenager journeying through a retro-futuristic 1990s America in search of her missing brother, accompanied by a robotic messenger sent by him. The ensemble cast is rounded out by Ke Huy Quan, Stanley Tucci, Giancarlo Esposito, and Pratt, promising a cinematic adventure like no other.
