Marvel replaces Blade actor: what changed in the MCU?
Marvel Studios has confirmed a significant change in one of its most anticipated productions: Mahershala Ali will not voice Blade in the animated series Marvel Zombies. In his place comes Todd Williams, who has already replaced him as Titan in the animated series Invincible. The news raises questions about the character’s future in the MCU, especially amid delays in the live-action film.
O que este artigo aborda:
- Why the change in the animation?
- The Blade film: a project in turmoil
- Blade’s legacy in the MCU
- What to expect from the new productions?
Why the change in the animation?
Todd Williams takes on the voice of the vampire hunter in Marvel Zombies, a series premiering on September 24 on Disney+. The production, rated 18+, will show an alternate zombie reality where Blade merges with Moon Knight. Mahershala Ali, who already voiced the character in What If…?, will not reprise the role. Marvel has not disclosed the reason for the replacement, but the change occurs amid a turbulent scenario for the hero’s film.
The Blade film: a project in turmoil
While the animation moves forward, the live-action Blade film faces recurring crises. Announced in 2019, the project has already gone through three directors (Bassam Tariq, Yann Demange, and an unconfirmed third) and multiple script rewrites. Recently, it was removed from Marvel’s release calendar, with no new date set. Kevin Feige, the studio president, emphasized that the priority is to “make the right film,” even if it takes more time.
Blade’s legacy in the MCU
Blade was introduced to the MCU in a post-credits scene of Eternals (2021), with the voice of Mahershala Ali. The actor remains officially cast for the film, but his involvement is generating speculation. Meanwhile, Wesley Snipes, the original Blade, made a surprise appearance in Deadpool & Wolverine, reinforcing the character’s impact on pop culture.
What to expect from the new productions?
- Marvel Zombies: 4 episodes with a star-studded cast (Elizabeth Olsen, Florence Pugh, David Harbour).
- Blade film: No release date yet, but with confirmed cast (Mia Goth, Aaron Pierre, Delroy Lindo).
The actor change in Marvel Zombies reflects Marvel’s challenges in managing complex projects. While the animation arrives on Disney+, the Blade film remains in development, with Mahershala Ali still attached to the role. Stay tuned for updates: the promise is that the vampire hunter will finally shine in the MCU – when everything is “right.”
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