Disney Delays Avengers Films, Reshuffles MCU Slate

Disney has pushed back the releases of 'Avengers: Doomsday' and 'Avengers: Secret Wars' to December 18, 2026, and December 17, 2027, marking the longest interval between MCU films since the pandemic. The revised schedule leaves only 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' and 'Doomsday' confirmed for 2026, with several other Marvel projects removed or rebranded as 'Untitled Disney' films. The change positions 'Doomsday' against major competitors like 'Dune: Messiah,' leading fans to nickname the date 'Dunesday.' The delays reflect Disney's new strategy to reduce output and focus on higher production quality, in line with CEO Bob Iger's comments about prior creative overextension. While the extended gap disappointed some fans, many support the move if it leads to improved film quality.