As a seasoned critic who has witnessed the rise and fall of numerous animated series, I must admit that Marvel Studios has truly outdone themselves with “What If…?”. This innovative anthology series has not only expanded the boundaries of storytelling within the MCU but also sparked countless conversations among fans about the intricacies of alternate timelines.
Marvel Television’s output has been a blend of monumental triumphs and dismal failures. One of the triumphs is the imaginative animated series “What If…?“, which paved the way for the multiverse. While many of us are looking forward to the debut of the new season on Disney+ on Dec 22, it will also be its last. Now, Marvel TV chief Brad Winderbaum has shared some insights as to why this decision was made.
2021 saw the debut of “What If…?”, an MCU series delving into the multiverse, presenting alternate realities based on what could have happened if events took a different course. The latest seasons have explored captivating possibilities, such as Strange being a love-crazed madman and Hela acquiring the Ten Rings. With season 3 approaching, viewers are eager to discover the fresh twists Jeffrey Wright’s Uatu the Watcher will introduce, given it is the final installment.
During a chat with Entertainment Weekly, Winderbaum shared insights about what fans can expect from the last season of What If…? and why this is the ideal moment for its conclusion. Moreover, he revealed crucial aspects of the eagerly awaited animated series Marvel Zombies. Among the disclosures was how it connects to the zombie episode in What If…?, as stated by him.
“There are significant cosmic events pushing us to conclude this now. If you’re a fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), you might recognize that the initial season launched following the first season of Loki, which coincided with the blossoming of the Sacred Timeline into the multiverse and the sudden emergence of numerous new tales. That was when we began exploring these narratives in What If…?, and at the end of season 2, when the Watcher brings Peggy to observe the multiverse, it has transformed into the tree of stories that Loki is seated within at the end of Loki season 2.
As a movie reviewer, I must say that the grand finale of season 3, and indeed the series itself, seamlessly ties into the broader Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) narrative. With countless tales yet to be spun, it remains to be seen if we’ll create more. However, for now, this feels like a fitting conclusion to this era, marking the end of the Watcher’s story.
‘What If…?’s Zombie Episode Serves as a Prologue to ‘Marvel Zombies’
In the fifth episode of Season 1 in the animated series “What If…?”, one of the most fascinating storylines unfolds. The Avengers, who are tasked with safeguarding our world, become victims of a zombie virus. As they transform, the remaining heroes must scramble to discover a cure. Marvel seems to be tying this intriguing event into their upcoming major animated project, “Marvel Zombies”, instead of treating it as an isolated episode.
In the same interview with Entertainment Weekly, Winderbaum revealed that the final season of What If…?, being released on Dec 22 and ending on Dec 29 on Disney+, serves as a prelude to the upcoming Marvel Zombies. The zombie episode sets the stage for the new series, with subsequent episodes expanding upon this foundation.
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2024-12-21 21:01