Marvel Is Developing a SHANG-CHI Sequel with Director Destin Daniel Cretton
As expected, Marvel Studios is developing a sequel to its hit martial arts fantasy film, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings! I think we all knew the film would get a sequel, and the director of the first movie, Destin Daniel Cretton, it returning to write and helm the sequel. The filmmaker is also in development on a Marvel series for Disney Plus, there’s no word on what that series is, other than it will be a comedy.
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige said in a statement, “Destin is an amazing collaborator who brought a unique perspective and skill to Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. We had a fantastic time working together on the film and he has so many intriguing ideas for stories to bring to life on Disney Plus, so we’re thrilled to expand our relationship with him and can’t wait to get started.”
Cretton has signed an exclusive multi-year deal with Marvel Studios and Hulu’s Onyx Collective. The deal will allow Cretton to develop TV projects for both Marvel Studios on Disney Plus and the Onyx Collective for Hulu and other platforms.
Tara Duncan, president of Freeform and Hulu’s Onyx Collective, in a statement, “Destin is a powerhouse storyteller with impeccable taste in material. As we continue to expand our roster, Destin’s unique voice will help usher in an exciting slate of content for our global audience.”
Cretton added, “Working on ‘Shang-Chi’ with Kevin and the Marvel Studios team was one of the highlights of my life, and I couldn’t be more excited about Tara’s vision for Onyx Collective. I can’t wait to explore new stories & build new worlds with this community.”
I assume members of the original cast will return for the sequel, including Simu Liu, Michelle Yeoh, and Awkwafina.
What kind of story would you like to see the sequel explore? Who do you think the big bad villain will end up being?
Source: Variety