The MCU has got so massive that Marvel Studios is usually constantly in production on a bunch of projects, but the current health crisis has forced them to temporarily shut up shop. Over the past few weeks, weve got word that the various movies and TV shows Marvel has in the works have had to be put on hold given the coronavirus outbreak. And now, the latest update on the situation claims that the studio has officially closed down all production, laying off crew members in the process.
This news comes our way via Charles Murphy of Murphys Multiverse. According to the insider, the studio has sent out an email to all crew, revealing that the initial plan to resume shooting in a month is no longer feasible, hence this new measure. Heres how Murphy sums up the salient points:
Unfortunately, theres nothing that can be done about this right now, given that movie and TV productions across the board are being closed down amid the widespread banning of large gatherings of people. Seeing as the email reportedly notes that a four-week delay isnt realistic, we can likely expect Marvel Studios to keep their doors shut until well into May, at least.
Speaking of,Black Widowwas set to be the next Marvel release, but it wont be making its scheduled May 1st due date, after all. The next one out the gate is The Falcon and the Winter Soldierin August, butBWs delay may have a knock-on effect and cause that to be pushed back, too. Like the rest of the entertainment world, the ongoing pandemic will no doubt have a big impact on Marvel Studios output. At this stage, though, its hard to say how big.
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