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Although Marvel Animation has a packed schedule with upcoming series, the highly anticipatedMarvel Zombiesstill does not have a confirmed release date.
TheMarvel Zombiesseries has been in development for years, leading some fans to doubt it would ever be released. However, Marvel has now reassured fans that the series is still on track, though a specific premiere date has yet to be announced.
At Disney’s D23 Expo in Anaheim, Marvel Studios finally provided updates on the long-awaitedMarvel Zombiesanimated series. Although many were surprised that the series was not included in the lineup of projects slated for release next year, Marvel reassured fans that it is still in the works by sharing a brief preview. However, it appears that Marvel fans will need to be patient, as@HollywoodHandle explained on Twitterthat the series will not be released “for a while.”
TheMarvel Zombiesseries wasfirst announced in 2021, but fans have faced a long wait with no updates over the next three years. Expectations were high that this series would be a key release for Marvel Animation’s upcoming slate, but the latest news has been somewhat disappointing. Marvel Studios has announced plans topremiere at least four animated showsin the next 18 months, includingYour Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, What If…?Season 3, Eyes of Wakanda,andX-Men ‘97Season 2. While the absence ofMarvel Zombiesfrom this immediate lineup is a letdown, Marvel did offer a glimmer of hope. They shared some footage of theMarvel Zombiesseries in development, reassuring fans that the project is still active. Although there is no specific release date yet, Marvel has confirmed that the series will eventually see the light of day.
The surprising footage from theMarvel Zombiesseries showcased familiar characters like Shang-Chi (played by Simu Liu), Katy (Awkwafina), and Wenwu (Tony Leung) battling against zombies. Although the footage is not available online, here is a quick rundown of what was shown. In one intense scene, Shang-Chi gets bitten by a zombie, causing the virus to spread through his veins. In a desperate bid to save his son,Wenwu transfers the Ten Ringsto Shang-Chi’s arm, using their immense power to halt the infection. Unfortunately, Wenwu is soon killed, unable to protect himself. Shang-Chi and Katy escape in a helicopter, fleeing the grim scene. Fast-forward five years to a world overrun by zombies, where Shang-Chi and Katy are now battling a gang of Skrull bikers during a high-speed car chase. Shang-Chi wields the Ten Rings to fend off their attackers. Despite the chaos, the story will explore the characters’ struggles with difficult decisions and maintain a sense of humor. It remains unclear whether the live-action actors will reprise their roles as voice actors for the series.
The series is set to be a four-episode sequel tothe fifth episode ofWhat If…?Season 1, continuing the story of Marvel heroes who managed to survive the initial zombie outbreak. The series reimagines a world where superheroes have been turned into zombies due to a virus originating from the Quantum Realm. This new installment is expected to differ significantly from typical Marvel series, incorporating more horror elements and a darker tone. Fans can anticipate a dark, intense, and action-packed narrative with likely mature content. While the exact release date is yet to be confirmed,Marvel Zombiesis speculated to premiere on Disney Plus no later than early 2026.
