Marvel MCU 2026 Release Schedule: All Movies, Disney+ Series, and Avengers Doomsday
If you thought the Multiverse Saga was slowing down, think again. Disney and Marvel Studios have finally pulled back the curtain on what 2026 looks like for the MCU, and honestly? It’s kind of huge. We are looking at a packed calendar that brings back some of the heaviest hitters in the franchise while finally giving some long-awaited projects their time in the sun. From street-level brawls in New York to cosmic threats that could end reality, 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for Marvel fans.
Let’s break down exactly what’s coming, when you can see it, and why you should probably start clearing your schedule now.
“Wonder Man” Kicks Off the Year
The year starts with a bang, or perhaps a satirical wink, on Disney+ with “Wonder Man.” Premiering on January 27, 2026, this series is finally introducing Simon Williams to the MCU. Played by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Simon is an actor in the Marvel universe who finds himself thrust into the superhero life.
What makes this project particularly intriguing is the tone. It’s being billed as a satirical take on the superhero industrial complex, which sounds like the fresh breath of air the franchise needs right now. Plus, Ben Kingsley is back as Trevor Slattery, and if that doesn’t sell you on the show immediately, I don’t know what will. It feels like Marvel is ready to poke a little fun at itself, and I am absolutely here for it.
“Daredevil: Born Again” Season 2 Hits in March
We haven’t even had a chance to fully digest the first season yet, but Marvel isn’t wasting any time. “Daredevil: Born Again” Season 2 is officially slated for March 2026. This is a remarkably quick turnaround for a studio that usually makes us wait years between seasons (cries in “Loki”).
This season is set to escalate the war between Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk, but the real headline here is the return of Krysten Ritter as Jessica Jones. Seeing Matt and Jessica share the screen again is the kind of fan service that actually feels earned. The Defenders saga is slowly but surely weaving its way back together, and March can’t come soon enough.
“X-Men ’97” Season 2 Brings the Nostalgia
If the first season of “X-Men ’97” destroyed you emotionally (it’s okay, we all cried), get ready for round two. Summer 2026 will see the return of our favorite mutants on Disney+.
The first season ended on a cliffhanger that literally scattered the team across time, so Season 2 has a lot of heavy lifting to do. We’ve been promised at least 10 new mutants joining the fray, meaning the scope of this show is only getting bigger. It’s wild to think that an animated revival has become one of the most critically acclaimed corners of the modern MCU, but here we are.
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” Swings into Theaters
This is the big one. On July 31, 2026, Tom Holland returns for his fourth solo outing in “Spider-Man: Brand New Day.”
We don’t know a ton about the plot yet, but the title suggests we are dealing with the fallout of the spell from “No Way Home.” Peter is erased from everyone’s memory, operating as a friendly neighborhood hero without the safety net of Stark tech or Avengers connections. It’s a back-to-basics approach that fans have been begging for. Also, keep an eye out for Jon Bernthal’s Punisher, who is rumored to cross paths with the web-slinger here. A Spider-Man and Punisher team-up? Take my money.
“VisionQuest” and the Return of Ultron
Sometime in 2026 (no specific date yet), we are finally getting “VisionQuest.” This series picks up the threads left dangling at the end of “WandaVision,” following White Vision as he tries to find his purpose.
But the real news? James Spader is back as Ultron. The relationship between Vision and his “father” is one of the most complex in the comics, and seeing them hash it out on screen is going to be something special. It feels like the final piece of the “WandaVision” trilogy, and frankly, I just want to see Paul Bettany get the spotlight he deserves.
“Avengers: Doomsday” Ends the Year with a Bang
Marvel is closing out 2026 with the biggest event since “Endgame.” “Avengers: Doomsday” hits theaters on December 18, 2026.
We know Robert Downey Jr. is returning, but not as the hero we loved. He’s donning the mask of Doctor Doom, a casting choice that has split the fandom right down the middle. Whether you love it or hate it, you can’t deny the hype. With the Russo Brothers back in the director’s chair and a massive cast that includes everyone from the Fantastic Four to the Thunderbolts, this is going to be the cinematic event of the year.
Other Animated Projects to Watch
Don’t sleep on the animation side! “Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man” Season 2 is also expected in 2026. The first season gave us a unique, stylized look at Peter’s early days, and Season 2 promises to bring in classic villains like Doc Ock and Scorpion.
There’s also talk of a “Punisher” Special Presentation hitting Disney+ around the same time as the Spider-Man movie. If “Werewolf by Night” taught us anything, it’s that Marvel’s special presentations can be hidden gems, so keep this one on your radar.
It’s going to be a busy year for Marvel fans. Between the return of iconic villains, the reunion of street-level heroes, and the next massive Avengers crossover, 2026 is looking like a defining year for the MCU. Start saving up for those movie tickets now!
