Is Shang Chi 2 At Risk Of Cancellation After Director Takes On Spider-Man 4?

Uh-oh, the anticipation for this MCU sequel reached an all-time low following a new announcement.

One of the most exciting announcements for Tom Holland’sSpider-Man 4worried fans about one highly-anticipated Marvel sequel.

This comes after he was initially signed on to directAvengers: The Kang Dynasty.

Masked Spider-Man and Shang-Chi

However, that vision no longer exists with the Russo Bros. directing the newly namedAvengers: Doomsday.

As Cretton takes on this tremendous opportunity, he may leave behind his original MCU hero.

It had always been reported that Cretton would return forShang-Chi 2.

Simu Liu as Shang-Chi.

I think he’s going to do a brilliant job."

Here’s the catch: It’s currently unclear when Tom Holland’sSpider-Man 4will be released.

The latest hint is that filming will begin in early 2025.

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Cretton is also locked in to direct a live-actionNarutofilm, which doesn’t have a release date.

InsiderJeff Sneidernoted thatShang-Chi 2previously stalled in development, leading to Cretton’s work onWonder Manand initialAvengers 5hiring.

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The two films that followAvengers: Secret Warson July 23 and November 5, 2027 are wild cards.

Shang-Chi 2could fit into that slot, with or without Cretton at the helm.

However, some fans may need to accept thatShang-Chi 2may never happen, similar to the cancellationofEternals 2plans.

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NeitherSpider-Man 4norShang-Chi 2have official release dates.