In addition to introducing new superheroes and projects, the Marvel Cinematic Universe is known for its sequels, and now one long-awaited MCU sequel could finally be happening. According to a new report, Marvel is developing a follow-up to one of the franchise’s newer properties, one that fans have been clamoring for.
As shared in a new report, the sequel is actually potentially being set up by the events of Ironheart, which finally introduces Mephisto. The comic book character has similarly been demanded by longtime fans of the MCU, and Sacha Baron Cohen has finally brought him to life.
Of course, this opens many doors for other storylines in the MCU, including this alleged sequel project.
Here’s what The Cosmic Circus first began their report on that front according to their sources:
“Marvel Studios currently has plans to adapt the comic event known as Damnation, a major 2018 storyline starring the Midnight Sons. The Midnight Sons team in the comic includes Blade, Ghost Rider (Johnny Blaze), Elsa Bloodstone, Man-Thing, Moon Knight (as Marc Spector), and Doctor Voodoo.”
As for Damnation, the comic book storyline revolves around Las Vegas being taken over by Mephisto in his efforts to create Hell on Earth. This would be the perfect setup for a potential Midnight Sons movie, something which has been reportedly in development for quite some time alongside the likes of whatever’s happening with Blade. Though this isn’t the only project in the works.
In addition to the Damnation storyline, which could lead to a Midnight Sons movie tying together several other properties together, there are some sequel projects in the works. This includes a potential long-anticipated sequel to the Disney Plus series Moon Knight. While information on this alleged sequel is scarce, it’s said to depict a story where “Marc Spector and Steven Grant would be forced to solve a mystery that would eventually bring them face-to-face with the third personality, Jake Lockley.”
So, in addition to a direct sequel to the MCU series Moon Knight, the titular Marvel character could also make an additional appearance for Midnight Sons. Fans would get proper continuations with most of these characters, including Moon Knight, before leading into a major crossover event not unlike the Avengers films.
Of course, all of this should be taken with a grain of salt until formally announced by Disney and Marvel Studios. Though based on what we’ve seen them release so far, it’s clear that they want to start exploring the MCU’s supernatural side sooner rather than later.