MarvelStudios' plans forthe fourth phase of its cinematic universeinclude aShe-Hulkseries for Disney+. Now,Marry Medirector Kat Coiro is in negotiations to join the Marvel family as a director on the upcoming series.
Marvel Studios first announced plans for a series centered on Jennifer Walters, a.k.a She-Hulk, at the 2019 D23 Expo. Co-created by Stan Lee in part to ensure Marvel would own the rights to a female version of the Hulk in case CBS’The Incredible Hulkseries introduced such a character, She-Hulk debuted in the comics as a formidable attorney who transforms intoa large, powerful, and green version of herselfafter a severe injury requires her to receive an emergency blood transfusion from her cousin, Bruce Banner. However, unlike her cousin, Walters retains most of her normal personality even when future issues of the comic made her transformation permanent.
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Deadline reports Coiro will direct multiple episodes ofShe-Hulkand serve as executive producer as well. Cairo’s previous directing credits include episodes ofDead to Me,It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia,Modern Family,andBrooklyn 99andthe upcoming romantic comedy featureMarry Mestarring Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson.Rick and Mortyscribe Jessica Gao has already boardedShe-Hulkas the lead writer on a team that includes Dana Schwartz, who has confirmed the scripts forthe series are already complete.
Marvel’s line-up ofDisney+ showsalso includeThe Falcon and the Winter Soldier,WandaVision,Loki,Hawkeye,Ms. Marvel,Moon Knight, and the animatedWhat If…?series.Multiple characters who will be introduced in these shows, including She-Hulk, will also appear in future Marvel Studios films. Production on the first three series mentioned was temporarily suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing Marvel Studios to delay their respective Disney+ premieres.
The Marvel Studios shows for Disney+ are seen by fans a chance to spotlight the lesser-known or supporting characters in the MCU while exploring new genres for the franchise.WandaVision, for example, appears to be taking its cues from classic sitcoms and it appears the She-Hulk series might be aiming for a similar comedic tone considering the creative team being assembled.
Now, the showrunners just need to find an actress to bring She-Hulk to life in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While nothing official has been announced regarding casting,Communitystar Alison Briebecame a popular choice among fans after rumors claiming Marvel was searching for an ‘Alison Brie type’ to play the titular heroine began circulating.
She-Hulkis currently scheduled to premiere on Disney+ in 2022.
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