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Mahershala Ali ignites hope for Blade's MCU future

Dec 07, 2023 5:59 PM

After facing creative challenges and significant delays, the Blade reboot starring Mahershala Ali is showing positive signs of advancement. The film, which Marvel Studios announced back in 2019, experienced setbacks including the departure of its initial director and writer, resulting in a substantial overhaul of the production team. With Yann Demange now directing and Michael Green crafting the script, the reboot is taking shape with Ali expressing optimism about the new direction. Blade aims to strike a balance between action and horror, reminiscent of the John Wick series but with a vampire twist, and is set to be released on November 7, 2025. Fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the original Blade series can look forward to this R-rated reimagining, poised to begin filming soon.

What is the new release date for the Blade reboot?

The Blade reboot is currently scheduled to be released on November 7, 2025.



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Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2023-12-07 18:48:07
Looks like Blade's getting sharpened up behind the scenes, which is promising for fans ready to sink their teeth into Marvel's darker side. Can't wait to see how Mahershala Ali's take on the Daywalker meshes with that John Wick energy they're aiming for - if they nail it, November 2025 can't come quickly enough.
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2023-12-07 18:28:08
Looks like the Blade reboot is finally shaping up to sink its teeth into the MCU - with Mahershala Ali on board and a fresh creative team, I'm betting on a killer combo of gritty action and dark thrills. Kudos to the perseverance of the team, because navigating those production hiccups is no walk in the park - here's to hoping this vamp flick will be worth the wait
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2023-12-07 18:18:10
It's really heartening to see the Blade reboot finding its legs after that bumpy start; Mahershala Ali's got the chops to make this iconic vampire hunter sparkle with a dark edge. And hey, the promise of blending John Wick-style action with horror Count me in – this could be the gnarly, R-rated corner of the MCU we didn't know we needed 🌕🗡️🧛‍♂️
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