There have been 32 films based on Marvel Comics in the series of power-packed entertainers by Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). And the latest release, the 33rd in the list, is The Marvels 2023, the upcoming American superhero film. Who does not remember the success and fever of the film Captain Marvel, released in 2019? And also the beloved television miniseries Ms. Marvel which was shown in 2022. The current Marvel on OTT is the continuation of this miniseries and the sequel of Captain Marvel.
The Prequel to The Marvels
Let us consider the prequel building the ground for one of the awaited Marvel movies, The Marvel. The prequel shows Captain Marvel in the character of an alien, a Kree warrior, in a dynamic battle between people and the Skrulls. She keeps revisiting memories of her life on Earth in 1995. And these memories were strangely from another lifetime when she was a U.S. Air Force pilot. She tries to discover more about this. Furthermore, she continues her fight to end the war with the evil Skrulls using her superpowers.
Produced by: Kevin Feige
Released: February 27, 2019 (London), March 8, 2019 (United States)
Directors: Anna Boden, Ryan Fleck
Stars: Brie Larson, Samuel L. Jackson, Ben Mendelsohan, Gemma Chan, Jude Law
Where to Watch: Disney+ Hotstar
The Marvels Movie
Our main movie here, The Marvels, loops up in the story of Carol Danvers, aka Captain Marvel, who triggers the plot by destroying the Supreme Intelligence. Because of this, a war starts on planet Hala, home to the Kree world. This leads to events showing you the quintessential Marvel films with enticing action and special effects.
Carol Danvers’ revenge establishes the universe, and the resulting scenario makes her go on a mission to restore order. On the one hand, with the help of a quantum band she discovered, Kree’s new leader, Dar-Benn, has opened a point in the universe which facilitates travel at lightning speed. On the other hand, Carol Danvers, in lieu of her duties, joins hands with Jersey City super-fan Kamala Khan, aka Ms. Marvel. Also, she is joined by her estranged niece, now S.A.B.E.R. astronaut Captain Monica Rambeau. Together with their superpowers, this team takes up the task of saving the universe, and they do it wonderfully. Thus, this team of saviours, “The Marvels” brings you the exciting and action-packed story of heroism.
Producer: Marvel Studios
Release Date: 7th February, 2024
Director: Nia DaCosta
Stars: Brie Larson, Teyonnah Parris, Iman Vellani
Where to Watch: Disney+ Hotstar
With their peaking popularity, state-of-the-art special effects, and engaging storylines, these films are close to many movie buffs’ hearts. If you are a Marvel movies fan, take advantage of the OTT platforms and grab a tub of popcorn to indulge.