Marvel fans have reason to celebrate as the premier date for Marvel's "What If...?" Season 2 has been announced, ready to stream starting December 22. This much-anticipated second season will deliver nine new episodes, spanning across the holidays with one episode releasing daily. To stoke the excitement, a holiday-themed poster and a new trailer were released, showcasing alternative reality escapades of MCU heroes from Ant-Man to Scarlet Witch and Rocket Raccoon.

"What If...?" explores a multiverse of possibilities, guided by The Watcher and features stars reprising their iconic MCU roles. With characters like Nebula, Hela, and Happy Hogan in the mix, this animated series offers twists on classic Marvel moments. After a mixed reception of the first season in 2021, which faced criticism for its voice acting and visuals, hopes are high for improvements in the new season.

The new season caps off a Marvel-filled year and stands as a potential source of holiday cheer for followers of the franchise. Meanwhile, fans can also look forward to a plethora of other upcoming Marvel movies and series release dates. "What If...?" joins the ranks of other 2023 Marvel content such as "Loki Season 2," which recently concluded its run.

The animated series is part of a broader strategy to expand the Marvel Cinematic Universe, providing a different format for fans to engage with their favorite characters and ensuring that Marvel remains a topic of discussion throughout the festive season.