The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is gearing up for its next major installment, Avengers: Doomsday. However, the journey to this film has been far from smooth. Initially, the next Avengers film was set to be titled Avengers: Kang Dynasty, written by Jeff Loveness and directed by Destin Daniel Cretton. This vision was derailed after the departure of Jonathan Majors, the actor portraying Kang the Conqueror, due to controversies surrounding domestic issues and the lukewarm reception of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.
The Fall of Kang Dynasty
With Jonathan Majors at the center of the MCU’s multiverse saga, his removal created a domino effect, leading Marvel Studios to scrap the entire concept of Kang Dynasty. The film was intended to explore the Council of Kangs, a group of powerful variants of the character, as they sought control over Earth. This ambitious narrative has since been replaced by Avengers: Doomsday, but not before rumors and script leaks provided fans with a glimpse of what could have been.
The Leaked Script: What We Know
Recently, a purported script leak for Avengers: Kang Dynasty surfaced, and it appears to contain significant details about the now-abandoned project. According to these leaks, the movie would have introduced several exciting new characters, including Miles Morales as Spider-Man, Wonder Man, Daredevil, Moon Knight, and the Punisher. Familiar faces like Thor and Iron Man (possibly in flashbacks or alternate forms) were also set to return.
The plot would have revolved around the Council of Kangs—notable members including Centurion, Immortus, and Rama-Tut—launching an assault on Earth. Their objective? Acquiring Ms. Marvel’s bracelet and Shang-Chi’s Ten Rings, both of which are tied to powerful cosmic forces. The story would have drawn heavily from Kang’s arc in Quantumania, depicting his evolution into the Beyonder, a character pivotal to the Secret Wars storyline from the comics.
A Divided Battle and Familiar Themes
The leaked script outlined a narrative structure involving three distinct teams of heroes:
- Earthbound Team: Focused on defending against the immediate threat on Earth.
- Cosmic Team: Engaged in battles across the galaxy.
- Mystic Team: Delving into supernatural and dimensional challenges.
The climax of the film would have seen devastating losses, with many characters seemingly perishing. In true MCU fashion, a final act would involve the surviving heroes regrouping at Tony Stark’s underground safe house, a setup reminiscent of Avengers: Infinity War. While some fans criticized this for its apparent repetition of earlier MCU narratives, others expressed eagerness to see how this story would have unfolded on screen.
What’s Next for the MCU?
Although Avengers: Kang Dynasty is no longer happening, Avengers: Doomsday promises to take the MCU in a new direction. The abandonment of the Kang storyline underscores Marvel Studios’ adaptability, but also raises questions about the studio’s ability to sustain its momentum in the post-Endgame era.
For now, fans can only speculate about what Kang Dynasty could have achieved. The leaked script offers a tantalizing look at a film that might have reshaped the MCU, blending new characters, ambitious battles, and multiversal chaos. As the MCU charts a new course, one thing remains certain: the appetite for epic storytelling and beloved heroes endures.
Keep an eye out for updates on Avengers: Doomsday, and for those curious about the script leak, the full details can be found online. Could Kang Dynasty have been a masterpiece or just another step in the MCU’s journey? Only time will tell.
You can see the full overview of the script here:
