9/21/2018 Loki, Scarlet Witch and Others To Headline Shows on Upcoming Disney Streaming ServiceRead NowIt seems the Marvel Cinematic Universe is becoming a TV juggernaut as well as a cinematic one as well. According to a recent Variety report, the upcoming Disney streaming service will release shows featuring characters in the MCU who have yet to headline their own solo films; Loki and Scarlet Witch were the first two characters announced to get their own shoes. Show budget has yet to be revealed, but considering the $100 million budget for Jon Favreau's live action Star Wars show and the theorized $25 million for the Lady and the Tramp film, it's safe to assume that Disney will more than likely spend within, or even above, that range. However, while this announcement will surely satisfy fans of these characters, there are some worries to be considered. For one, most every character in the movies who've crossed into television hasn't been seen since in any notable form, exemplified by Peggy Carter and Agent Coulson. The possibility of the two and other heroes never returning isn't an unprecedented one. Speaking of a lack of note regarding the Marvel TV shows, the relationship between the shows and movies is really one-sided, as while Agents of SHIELD constantly references characters, events, and locations from the films, the movies flagrantly ignore the existence of the shows; the same also applies to the Netflix shows. Finally, asking viewers to consume so much material may be too big of an ask of viewers. What makes the movies so special is that despite being part of a large series, they still exist in a vacuum of sorts, telling a complete story that's easy to understand; however, if Agents of SHIELD is any indication, quality storytelling that's extremely complex doesn't produce strong viewership. But that's just my opinion, put yours down below.
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