D23 Expo 2024: Disney, Marvel TV Analysis by Julian Cannon
This announcement at Comic-Con of the Russo Brothers and Robert Downey Jr.'s return to the Marvel universe is a great sign that Marvel is making a strong comeback. It is clear that this weekend's D23 Expo is going to be a pivotal event in the entertainment calendar, and fans are eager to speculate about upcoming reveals. This has really increased anticipation for the surprises that will be revealed there.
Yesterday at D23’s entertainment showcase, fans were treated to some major reveals that are sure to keep the excitement levels high. The event kicked off with a buzz as attendees were eagerly speculating about whether they would get an exclusive first look at James Cameron's next "Avatar" installment. The anticipation didn’t stop there—people were also curious if footage from "Zootopia 2" or Pixar’s latest original film, "Elio," would make an appearance. With Disney+ series like "Agatha All Along" and "Daredevil: Born Again" also on the radar, the excitement underscored just how pivotal D23 is for unveiling major developments in Disney’s entertainment lineup.
The D23 Entertainment Showcase, hosted by Yvette Nicole Brown, began with a captivating sizzle reel that took the audience on a journey through Disney’s storied past and bright future. The reel featured sneak peeks at upcoming projects, including brief glimpses of "Snow White" and "Skeleton Crew," along with teasers for the new season of "Andor" and "Captain America: Brave New World."
One of the standout moments was Auli’i Cravalho’s live performance of a new song titled "We’re Back" from the eagerly awaited sequel "Moana 2." She was joined on stage by co-star Dwayne Johnson, who shared that the sequel will focus on Moana’s quest to discover tribes beyond her known waters and her deepening relationship with her younger sister.
Marvel also took center stage at D23, unveiling their upcoming Disney lineup. The panel premiered a new promotional trailer for "Agatha All Along," a spinoff from Disney+'s 2021 hit "WandaVision," featuring stars Kathryn Hahn and Aubrey Plaza, along with an impressive ensemble cast.
Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige made waves by announcing that the first season of "Daredevil: Born Again" will premiere in March 2025, with the second season already in the works. The lucky attendees at D23 got an exclusive first look at the series, which will see Charlie Cox return as Matt Murdock, alongside Vincent D’Onofrio as Kingpin and Jon Bernthal reprising his role as Punisher. The series will also feature a talented supporting cast including Margarita Levieva, Arty Froushan, Sandrine Holt, Michael Gandolfini, and Nikki M. James.
These announcements at D23 highlight the event's importance as a central hub for Disney and Marvel to engage with fans and build momentum for their upcoming projects.