Will MCU’s Blade Movie Be Rated-R Following Deadpool & Wolverine’s Rating? Kevin Feige Reveals

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As a dedicated fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), I have witnessed the transformation of this franchise into a vast and intricately woven tapestry of interconnected stories, characters, and fan theories. Having grown up with the original Blade films starring Wesley Snipes, I can’t help but be excited about the upcoming reboot, especially with Mahershala Ali set to bring the half-vampire character to life once again.

The Marvel Universe, home to the Marvel franchise, has expanded far beyond just a series of superhero movies. It now encompasses intricate fan theories, an array of characters, a complex storyline, and so much more. As development on the latest Blade project progresses, Marvel president Kevin Feige offered some insights into their reboot strategy.

At BlackTree TV, Feige discussed Disney’s forthcoming Deadpool & Wolverine film, slated for a July 26, 2024 release. During this chat, he addressed queries about Blade’s movie advancement. Announced at Comic-Con in 2019, Mahershala Ali is attached to portray the half-vampire character in this upcoming project.

Feige confirmed that the R-rating of Deadpool and Wolverine could impact the new Blade production since the earlier Blade films with Wesley Snipes were also rated R. Now, the forthcoming Deadpool movie marks Marvel Studios’ initial R-rated film.

 

Why Did the Makers Decide to Rate the Upcoming Blade Film as R?

An R-rated movie, according to the MPAA, is typically not suitable for children below 17 years old. The creators of Marvel have chosen this rating for an upcoming Blade film, inspired by the success of Fox’s R-rated Deadpool series. Following the saying “if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it,” Marvel ponders if they should assign this rating to other movies as well.

Marv Wolfman, the creator of Blade, had faith in the character’s appeal from the start. However, it wasn’t until the 1990s that Blade really took off. This was a period when Marvel favored darker, grittier, and more violent stories. With his vampire-hunting persona, Blade became an ideal fit for this trend. Furthermore, the first Blade movies, which debuted in 1998, were rated R, ensuring that the mature themes of the character remained intact.

 

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More on MCU’s Blade 

Last month, news broke out that Yann Demange, the director of the upcoming “Blade” film, had departed from the project. This announcement came after Bassam Tariq’s departure in the fall of 2022 due to creative disagreements. Furthermore, Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Phase 4 has experienced considerable change, primarily because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

As a passionate fan, I’ve been keeping up with the latest updates on Marvel Studios’ Phase 4 plans. It’s easy to get carried away with all the exciting announcements and changes, but let me remind you: October 7 is still an unannounced slot on their calendar. Personally, I believe this would be a brilliant opportunity for Marvel to introduce a new R-rated superhero horror franchise.

In a recent conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Shelby Weiser, Ali’s lawyer, shared insights into the lengthy production process of making the film. She expressed that Ali agreed to be part of Blade way back in 2019, but surprisingly enough, they have yet to start shooting – an unprecedented situation for her based on her professional background.

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2024-07-21 17:08