Doctor Strange

[TigerClaw]

Looks like Marvel found a director for the Doctor Strange movie, It'll be directed by Scott Derrickson, Who recently directed Sinister.
http://variety.com/2014/film/news/marvels-dr-strange-hires-director-scott-derrickson-exclusive-1201173055/

[AT-Man]

I have no strong feelings, other than I'm glad the movie will be made.

[NinjaPug]

Don't know anything about the director but I'm glad a Dr Strange movie is coming.

Hopefully there was nothing to that Johnny Depp rumor a few months ago

[Candy Kappa]

The first Live Action Doctor Strange wasn't all that, so I'm looking forward to a new portrayal of the good doctor.

[NinjaPug]

Marvel Starts ‘Doctor Strange’ Search: Tom Hardy, Benedict Cumberbatch Early Wish-Listers

http://m.deadline.com/2014/06/marvel-starts-doctor-strange-search-tom-hardy-benedict-cumberbatch-early-wish-listers/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

[AT-Man]

Tom Hardy? plz wtf

[ToTheNines]

When Guardians of the Galaxy and Ant-Man started moving forward, I really questioned Marvel, but now that I've looked into their respective source material and they hooked them up with great cast/crew, I'm psyched about both.

But I just feel like nothing's gonna sway me on Doctor Strange. I guess it's cool that they got a horror director, and I read that Jaret Leto was rumored for the role, but still. I'd rather they focus their efforts on a new Hulk movie or something.

[TurtleTitan97]

Benedict Cumberbatch is in final negotiations to play Dr. Strange: http://www.comicbookmovie.com/fansites/nailbiter111/news/?a=110030

[NinjaPug]

While I wish they could've signed Joaquin Phoenix for the role I like the Cumberbatch casting.

Kinda funny that Cumberbatch was the first person rumored for the role back in June.

And now we have two Sherlocks in the MCU.

[Raph's Girl]

And now we have two Sherlocks in the MCU.

List of actors who have played (or will play) Marvel Characters and Sherlock Holmes:
Robert Downey Jr.
Benedict Cumberbatch
Sir Ian McKellen (his Sherlock film comes out next year)
James D'Arcy (he's Jarvis in the Agent Carter series)
Matt Frewer (what? He was in the Generation X movie...that should sorta kinda count...)

[Raph's Girl]

Welp it's official. The Cumberbatch is indeed Doctor Strange!

http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=57542

[Raph's Girl]

So Tilda Swinton is in talks to play The Ancient One. Uh...alrighty then... a female Ancient One would definatly be an interesting twist. In the comics there have been female Sorcerer Supreme's (an ancestor of Storm) so a female Ancient One wouldn't be far fetched.

http://www.comingsoon.net/movies/news/444345-tilda-swinton-in-talks-for-marvels-doctor-strange

[NinjaPug]

I really like the idea of Tilda Swinton as the Ancient One. Hope they can finalize the deal.

[sdp]

Isn't Doctor Strange's origin hit very similar themes like Iron Man's? Cocky rich/skilled guy loses everything and must become humble before he can return to his former self?

[CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy]

Isn't Doctor Strange's origin hit very similar themes like Iron Man's? Cocky rich/skilled guy loses everything and must become humble before he can return to his former self?

Except Tony never became humble. Dude's still a roguish a-hole.

[plastroncafe]

Love Swinton.
Not loving the idea of her being cast as a character that's Tibetan in the comics.

[NinjaPug]

Love Swinton.
Not loving the idea of her being cast as a character that's Tibetan in the comics.

With how much China means to the international box office these days, it doesn't surprise me that Marvel would distance the character from his Tibetan history.

[MsMarvelDuckie]

Which would be stupid. It's such a huge part of his backstory that it would ruin the entire premise to remove that.

[NinjaPug]

Love the casting for this movie so far. Chiwetel Ejiofor is playing Baron Mordo.

http://deadline.com/2015/06/chiwetel-ejiofor-doctor-strange-baron-mordo-marvel-benedict-cumberbatch-1201441281/

[TurtleTitan97]

We got set pics of Doc Strange: http://www.comicbookmovie.com/fansites/MarvelFreshman/news/?a=126646

[NinjaPug]

First look at Ejiofor as Baron Mordo:

https://i.imgur.com/YSchOf7.jpg

[NinjaPug]

Official concept art of Cumberbatch as Strange:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CVp-NcLUYAAMjwi.jpg

[NinjaPug]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CXUZnu-UsAEc14d.jpg

[TurtleTitan97]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CXUZnu-UsAEc14d.jpg

He looks absolutely fantastic!

[NinjaPug]

Good look at the full costume:

http://cdn04.cdn.justjared.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/cumberbatch-filmsfirst3/benedict-cumberbatch-films-doctor-strange-in-nyc-first-pics-05.jpg

[TigerClaw]

Here's a bunch of new images here.
http://www.comicbookmovie.com/doctor_strange/get-your-best-look-at-doctor-strange-baron-mordo-in-magical-new-a132964

[MsMarvelDuckie]

Hmm, not quite sold on this. I'll probably go see it since I like Strange, but- dunno. They need to make this really awesome to convince me the choice of casting is a good one.

[drgon78]

I already know the choice in casting is awesome.

[AT-Man]

I'm not into blackwashing of Mordo and can't even imagine how the Ancient One is gonna be like, but Cumberbatch looks great as Strange.

[MsMarvelDuckie]

^ My thoughts exactly. Strange I'm sort of okay with. It's everyone ELSE that worries me.

[TigerClaw]

Some new set photos reveals the villain.
http://www.comicbookmovie.com/doctor_strange/mads-mikkelsens-mysterious-villain-reveals-himself-in-more-a133018

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CfIkCWaXIAAbzf9.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CfImnNVXIAAIWyC.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CfImd3rWsAEPWRS.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CfImUZ9XEAEuhQv.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CfIulz3XIAEqDAp.jpg:large

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CfIssDQXIAISwFS.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CfIozRLWsAEBecu.jpg

[ToTheNines]

Hmm, not quite sold on this. I'll probably go see it since I like Strange, but- dunno. They need to make this really awesome to convince me the choice of casting is a good one.

Funny, I'm the opposite. I've never been in to Dr. Strange at all, but the I think the world of the cast and the director has done some great work, so I'm exited.

[AT-Man]

Oh, Mads Mikkelsen is in this? Sweet!

[Bry]

Did someone actually just say "blackwashing"?

https://media.giphy.com/media/SEp6Zq6ZkzUNW/giphy.gif

Seriously, though -- the only reason Mordo, like most characters created in the early 1960s, is white is because... well, they were created in the early 1960s. Not exactly a great time for racial diversity in media representation in America. (Or a great time for anyone who wasn't a straight white dude in general.) And it's not really a big deal if they decide Mordo is from somewhere other than Transylvania in the movies. I don't think keeping him white is in any way essential to the character.

And besides, Chiwetel Ejiofor is a terrific actor. There's no reason to believe he won't be great in this.

[TigerClaw]

"Blackwashing".

https://media.giphy.com/media/SEp6Zq6ZkzUNW/giphy.gif

Seriously, though -- the only reason Mordo, like most characters created in the early 1960s, is white is because... well, they were created in the early 1960s. Not exactly a great time for racial diversity in media representation in America. And it's not really a big deal if they decide Mordo is from somewhere other than Transylvania in the movies. I don't think keeping him white is in any way essential to the character.

And besides, Chiwetel Ejiofor is a terrific actor. There's no reason to believe he won't be great in this.
Let's not forget Tilda Swinton, She'll be great in the movie too.

[Bry]

Let's not forget Tilda Swinton, She'll be great in the movie too.

Oh, I'm sure of that. I balked a bit at the casting at first, but it seems like they're going for an interesting, kind of "fluid" take on the character -- not really tied to a specific gender or anything, perhaps more mystical and beyond the physical realm? I'm curious to see how that plays out.

They do have a very high caliber of actors in this movie, though.

[NinjaPug]

MADS!!! Any idea who he is playing?

[TigerClaw]

Check this out, Benedict Cumberbatch visited a NYC comic book shop while dressed in the Doctor Strange costume.
https://twitter.com/randywalters/status/716741540840927233

#Cumberbatch—in full costume—visits NYC comics shop, buys issue of #DoctorStrange. Owner hits life peak, dies happy.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CfJgoj7W8AEbYKH.jpg

And Doctor Strange has officially wrapped.
https://twitter.com/scottderrickson/status/716758314168762368

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CfJv413XIAAGjN0.jpg

[NinjaPug]

First trailer is this Tuesday (April 12th) on Jimmy Kimmel.

http://www.ew.com/article/2016/04/06/jimmy-kimmel-marvel-captain-america-civil-war-doctor-strange

[Spike Spiegel]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't Mordo a villain in the comics?

[TurtleTitan97]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't Mordo a villain in the comics?

He is indeed a villain.

[TurtleTitan97]

http://x.annihil.us/u/prod/marvel/i/mg/2/c0/570d134325b6a.jpg

[sdp]

I hope they go all out crazy on this film and don't play it safe. That's the only way this movie will be able to stand out and give fans what they want. I still think the origin will be too similar to Tony's even if I prefer Stranges' origin more.

[TurtleTitan97]

I still think the origin will be too similar to Tony's even if I prefer Stranges' origin more.

How?? Other than the fact they started off wealth and famous, Iron Man's origin is complete different from Doctor Strange.

One got caught by a terrorist group and built a suit of armor to escape, the other sought out a legendary hermit and ended up being trained in the art of magic and sorcery. Doesn't sound similar to me.

[drgon78]

So does anyone know when the movie preview will be shown today?

[ToTheNines]

Whenever Kimmel comes on. I think 11 something, Eastern.

Did anyone ever share this picture?

http://wac.450f.edgecastcdn.net/80450F/screencrush.com/files/2016/04/doctor-strange-pic-full.jpg

[TurtleTitan97]

Trailer's here: https://twitter.com/Marvel/status/720097715531546624

[TigerClaw]

Trailer's here: https://twitter.com/Marvel/status/720097715531546624
Here's the youtube version.

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[NinjaPug]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cf5PTlqWQAAmdBu.jpg

[ProactiveMan]

It looks a bit like Batman Begins to me, with Tilda Swinton as Kwai Chang Caine.

[Raph's Girl]

Benedict sounds a bit odd with an American accent! :o

[Andrew NDB]

It looks a bit like Batman Begins to me, with Tilda Swinton as Kwai Chang Caine.

Definitely got a Batman Begins vibe in this. But not necessarily in a bad way. And obviously this is not going to be Nolan-grounded in reality.

[plastroncafe]

Thank [Insert your deity of choice here.]
Ain't no one got time for more Nolan Superhero stuff.

[Commenter 42]

Thank [Insert your deity of choice here.]
Ain't no one got time for more Nolan Superhero stuff.

^^100%

Trailer looks great; Swintons bald pate, not so much. :D

[TurtleTitan97]

I remember being not so sure of Tilda Swinton as the Ancient One, but after seeing that trailer I'm sold on her 100%.

[plastroncafe]

I'll openly admit to being torn about the casting of Swinton.
On the one hand, the character is Tibetan.
On the other...Swinton is never anything but amazing in anything she's in. Up to, and including, being one of the few high points of "Constantine."

Torn, I tell you. Torn.

[Baxter Stockmen]

I know absolutely nothing about Dr. Strange. But damn does this trailer have me intrigued.

Very inception-y. Can't wait.

[CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy]

Had ZERO interest in the character or the movie.

But damn, those visuals... I might just be buying a ticket after all. :teek:

[Vicky82]

Good trailer

Even though i'm a Marvel Fan, I know nothing about Dr Strange but I will still go see it.

I will have to do my Homework on Dr Strange before I will go see it.

[plastroncafe]

I know absolutely nothing about Dr. Strange. But damn does this trailer have me intrigued.

Very inception-y. Can't wait.

Everything I know about Doctor Strange I learned from Doctor Orpheus.
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[TigerClaw]

Easter Eggs and References from the Doctor Strange trailer.

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[TigerClaw]

Here's a featurette on Doctor Strange.
http://www.usatoday.com/videos/life/movies/2016/04/11/76933716/

[Commenter 42]

I'd rather they keep the racial ethnicity of the character intact, but that isn't what I mean about her bald pate.

I actually meant the bald pate, as in the bald pate makeup appliance on her head. It looks terrible. :P

[ProactiveMan]

I don't see how a trailer can have easter eggs. They're not really secrets, they're just things they didn't feel like explaining in three minutes. More meat for the YouTube grinder I guess.

[NinjaPug]

Those are the YouTube equivalent of clickbait articles. They are worthless.

[plastroncafe]

With how much China means to the international box office these days, it doesn't surprise me that Marvel would distance the character from his Tibetan history.

Thaaaaaat is something I did not consider.
Ugh, outsourcing racism to turn a buck. Wow that's a new level of shady.

I'd rather they keep the racial ethnicity of the character intact, but that isn't what I mean about her bald pate.

I actually meant the bald pate, as in the bald pate makeup appliance on her head. It looks terrible. :P

Are you sure it's an appliance, and not just her head?
Swinton doesn't strike me as someone who would balk at shaving her head for a role.

[Baxter Stockmen]

I would so watch a Dr. Orpheus movie!

[ToTheNines]

The writer straight up confirmed they were kissing China's ass for the Ancient One casting.


"The Ancient One was a racist stereotype who comes from a region of the world that is in a very weird political place," he said. "He originates from Tibet, so if you acknowledge that Tibet is a place and that he's Tibetan, you risk alienating one billion people who think that that's bulls**t and risk the Chinese government going, 'Hey, you know one of the biggest film-watching countries in the world? We're not going to show your movie because you decided to get political.' If we decide to go the other way and cater to China in particular and have him be in Tibet... if you think it's a good idea to cast a Chinese actress as a Tibetan character, you are out of your damn fool mind and have no idea what the f**k you're talking about."

Source: http://www.comicbookmovie.com/doctor_strange/doctor-strange-writer-addresses-casting-controversy-a140923

[CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy]

The writer straight up confirmed they were kissing China's ass for the Ancient One casting.



Source: http://www.comicbookmovie.com/doctor_strange/doctor-strange-writer-addresses-casting-controversy-a140923

As if there were any doubt...

[ToTheNines]

The trailer they showed in front of Civil War was pretty similar to the teaser, but had some new dialogue and footage. Can't seem to find it online though...

But yeah, I'm definitely seeing this one in 3D.

[NinjaPug]

Michael Giacchino is doing the score Dr Strange. Big fan of this hire.

[ToTheNines]

Prelude comic comes out tomorrow.

Preview here: http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/04/this-week-marvel-publishes-a-preview-to-benedict-cumberbatchs-doctor-strange/

Part 2 comes out in August.

[NinjaPug]

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[CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy]

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I can't take many more of these awesome trailers. :tlol:

SDCC rocks. I'm gonna be there next year...

[TurtleTitan97]

That was AMAZING!!!

[drgon78]

I have been waiting a long time to see magic in the MCU.

[ZariusTwo]

I was enjoying it up until the wi-fi joke.

Typical horses*it from Marvel.

[Commenter 42]

I was enjoying it up until the wi-fi joke.

Typical horses*it from Marvel.

It was funny.

[ZariusTwo]

It was funny.

>Marvel movies
>funny

[Commenter 42]

We're now arguing across 3 threads.

[ToTheNines]

I think it'll play better in the context of the actual movie. But yeah, it was funny enough for the trailer.

[Commenter 42]

Trailer made me want to see the movie in spite of Swinton. I'd say the trailer did it's job.

[ToTheNines]

Made me want to see it in 3D, which never happens.

[Mayhem]

Yeah, based on the trailer, you can see that might be a film where the 3D is going to be add something to the experience.

[ToTheNines]

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[ranger_scout]

Beginning October 7, Disney Parks will be showing a preview of the film at two different locations. The first will be at Disney California Adventure park,where the film will be presented in 3D with special in-theater effects at the Sunset Showcase Theater in Hollywood Land. The other will be at Disney’s Hollywood Studios guests will get to see this advance look at clips from the film as part of the 'One Man’s Dream' attraction.

http://www.insidethemagic.net/2016/09/sneak-peek-of-doctor-strange-coming-to-disneys-hollywood-studios-and-disneys-california-adventure-on-oct-7/

[TigerClaw]

New Doctor Strange Posters.
https://www.comicbookmovie.com/doctor_strange/the-ancient-one-mordo-and-kaecilius-featured-on-new-character-a145507

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ctc-gvFXYAAeBAv.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ctc-hDfWgAAszwQ.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ctc-hZxWcAAVdLz.jpg

[TheSkeletonMan939]

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The subtlety of this product placement is amazingly artful.

[PApagreg]

Also for all of you Runaways fans there is an Easter Egg just for you in the movie

[Autbot_Benz]

Doctor Strange will be in Infinity War

https://www.comicbookmovie.com/doctor_strange/confirmed-benedict-cumberbatch-will-return-as-doctor-strange-in-a146181

[TigerClaw]

Check out this action packed clip.

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[ZariusTwo]

97% on RT so far

https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/doctor_strange_2016/

Seeing this tomorrow.

[AT-Man]

97% on RT so far

https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/doctor_strange_2016/

Seeing this tomorrow.

Me too. Best birthday ever.

[ZariusTwo]

Back from it. Effects are mesmerising, Cumberbatch acted his socks off while everyone else seemed fairly bored. There was some terrible comic relief with the cloak and I think the Galactus Cloud from Rise of the Silver Surfer was a bigger threat than Dormamu.

***1/2

[PApagreg]

Back from it. Effects are mesmerising, Cumberbatch acted his socks off while everyone else seemed fairly bored. There was some terrible comic relief with the cloak and I think the Galactus Cloud from Rise of the Silver Surfer was a bigger threat than Dormamu.

***1/2


Then again Galactus in general is a bigger threat than Dormamu

[joefsas]

Saw it last night. I loved it :D

[THGhost]

Saw it on Thursday, fantastic. Best 3D I've seen in a while. If only Inception was in 3D like this.

[Shark_Blade]

It's good but left too many things on cliffhanger.

[THGhost]

That's the MCU for you.

[ZariusTwo]

Nothing wrong with setting up sequels, it's just the acting let certain developments down here.

[ProactiveMan]

This is like bizzaro Suicide Squad for me, where I really liked that movie only to find out everyone hated it; now Doctor Strange is getting great reviews and I thought it stunk up the place. Suicide Squad was a badly made movie that I found compelling for whatever reason – Doctor Strange is a well-made movie that bored the sh*t out of me. I don’t know squat about the character, and I’m sure there are (suddenly) legions of Doctor Strange fans out there who know the significants of everything going on in the film, but it felt to me like there was no point to it other than going through the motions to set up the character for future crossovers.

As for the whitewashing controversy – I don’t know what the hell to think anymore… So there is the whole Tilda Swinton thing. On the other hand, there is a scene where Doctor Strange is mugged by the most racially diverse street gang this side of a G.I.Joe cartoon, in a back ally in f**king Katmandu. Then there’s the students at Tilda Swinton’s school for gifted Hollywood extras – I haven’t seen that much carefully curated diversity outside of a stock photography web-site. Not necessarily a bad thing, although one would expect to see a lot more Nepalese people in Nepal.

So is Disney super racist, while at the same time bending over backward to appear as though they aren’t? What is going on?

[TurtleTitan97]

Just saw the film. Other than wishing there was more Dormammu I enjoyed it.

[Raph's Girl]

I found Dr. Strange to be a pretty good movie. It connects at least 3 other future Marvel films. Stan Lee's cameo was kinda lame tho. Stay to the end. There's a mid credit scene and an end credit scene.

[ToTheNines]

Back from it. Effects are mesmerising, Cumberbatch acted his socks off while everyone else seemed fairly bored. There was some terrible comic relief with the cloak and I think the Galactus Cloud from Rise of the Silver Surfer was a bigger threat than Dormamu.

***1/2

I pretty much agree with all of this. They definitely put visuals over story here. They nailed Strange, and I found the additional characters interesting as well, but they gave us zero back story on anyone else. The prelude comic reveals that Kaecillius lost his pregnant wife amd was an alcoholic drifter before finding The Ancient One. But they didn't touch on that at all as it related to his quest for immortality. Wasted Madds and McAdams for sure.

Also bummed by Domammu's design here. I've heard tale that Ragnarok will feature Surtur, so I guess they didn't want to have 2 giant fire demons in the MCU.

Anyways, saw it in Imax 3D and had a great time. Can't wait to see more of the character in future movies.

[TigerClaw]

The movie was pretty good, But man if someone were high while watching it, They be tripping balls.

[TheSkeletonMan939]

The movie was pretty good, But man if someone were high while watching it, They be tripping balls.

I think this is TigerClaw's most candid post ever. :lol:

[DestronMirage22]

Ok guys, I HAVE to know this:
Does the guy in my sig show up at all in the movie? Even a little Easter egg of him? If he was in the movie he probably would've been green. I want to know because he's my favorite Marvel character.

[ZariusTwo]

Half In The Bag:

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[AT-Man]

Ok guys, I HAVE to know this:
Does the guy in my sig show up at all in the movie? Even a little Easter egg of him? If he was in the movie he probably would've been green. I want to know because he's my favorite Marvel character.

From what I remember: no.

[drgon78]

Good movie, saw it twice, can't wait to see a sequel.

[DestronMirage22]

From what I remember: no.

Aww man. :cry: Seems like Shuma Gorath can't catch a break these days. I was hoping he'd be teased for the eventual sequel or something. Looks like my dream of owning a Marvel Legends version of him will never be realized. :cry:

[Krutch]

Saw it last night; thought it was okay. Despite the trippy visuals it was a very safe story that we've all seen played out before. If there's never a Doctor Strange 2 I wouldn't be bummed out about it. 2.5/5.

[ranger_scout]

This was a very different kind of film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and in a good way. When I first saw it I did feel for Stephen when he felt like he had nothing left in life after what happened to him, but the old saying that goes, "it was blessing in disguise" really did prove to be true here. However, he really was being a jerk to Christine after the accident. Overall, it was dramatic with a few fun moments as well. When I saw it second time, the showing was in IMAX 3D and it looked absolutely amazing.

Also, here's this.

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[Andrew NDB]

Feige regrets white-washing Doctor Strange 1. Possibly for the wrong reasons:

https://www.darkhorizons.com/feige-regrets-doctor-strange-whitewashing/

[IMJ]

Feige regrets white-washing Doctor Strange 1. Possibly for the wrong reasons:

https://www.darkhorizons.com/feige-regrets-doctor-strange-whitewashing/


IIRC the original rationale was to follow Marvel's "Mandarin" thinking and not have an Asian person in a stereotypical role. And that initial rationale was ridiculous.

[ZariusTwo]

According to multiple reports, backed by a former Variety writer

Marvel's spin on the Illuminati will feature in Multiverse of Madness. Hayley Atwell will return, playing a live-action Captain Carter (from What If), Monica Rambeau (Wandavision) is part of the group also, as is Mordo and Professor Charles Xavier. It is not confirmed whether this is the MCU's Xavier, or if it's Patrick Stewart or James Mcavoy

https://comicbook.com/marvel/news/doctor-strange-2-rumor-scarlet-witch-battles-major-x-men-charact/

[Andrew NDB]

According to multiple reports, backed by a former Variety writer

Marvel's spin on the Illuminati will feature in Multiverse of Madness. Hayley Atwell will return, playing a live-action Captain Carter (from What If), Monica Rambeau (Wandavision) is part of the group also, as is Mordo and Professor Charles Xavier. It is not confirmed whether this is the MCU's Xavier, or if it's Patrick Stewart or James Mcavoy

https://comicbook.com/marvel/news/doctor-strange-2-rumor-scarlet-witch-battles-major-x-men-charact/

It'd be the James McAvoy version... or the as-yet unknown "real" MCU version (maybe both?).

I bet it ends up being McAvoy, though. Patrick Stewart said Feige offered him some kind of Xavier something and he passed on it earlier this year:

https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2561931/patrick-stewart-reveals-conversation-with-kevin-feige-about-the-x-men-in-the-mcu-and-why-he-passed

[ZariusTwo]

The Multiverse of Madness Marvel Legends toyline has been previewed and some of the characters unveiled include

D'Spayre and Sleepwalker

https://news.toyark.com/2021/12/16/marvel-legends-doctor-strange-multiverse-of-madness-rintrah-wave-revealed-pre-orders-live-453207

[AquaParade]

The Multiverse of Madness Marvel Legends toyline has been previewed and some of the characters unveiled include

D'Spayre and Sleepwalker

https://news.toyark.com/2021/12/16/marvel-legends-doctor-strange-multiverse-of-madness-rintrah-wave-revealed-pre-orders-live-453207

But don't the waves occasionally include characters who aren't in the movie? I'm not up on Marvel Legends.

[Autbot_Benz]

But don't the waves occasionally include characters who aren't in the movie? I'm not up on Marvel Legends.

yes they do. Most movie waves are usually 2 comic 4 movie depending on the movie

[IMJ]

The D'Spayre and Sleepwalker legends are clearly the comic book versions.

[ZariusTwo]

Reshoots are complete and will feature plenty of cameos

https://comicbook.com/marvel/news/doctor-strange-2-reshoots-complete-more-cameos-characters/

[ZariusTwo]

According to a recent plot leak

The Illuminati line-up for this one is Monica Rambeau, Captain Carter, Balder the Brave, and Xavier

[Andrew NDB]

According to a recent plot leak

The Illuminati line-up for this one is Monica Rambeau, Captain Carter, Balder the Brave, and Xavier

I believe it.

[IMJ]

According to a recent plot leak

The Illuminati line-up for this one is Monica Rambeau, Captain Carter, Balder the Brave, and Xavier

Awesome. Awesome.

[Autbot_Benz]

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[ProphetofGanja]

Nice. You can spot Rintrah in that teaser if you slow it down

[ZariusTwo]

Black Bolt of the Inhumans reportedly appearing in the film

https://fandomwire.com/doctor-strange-in-the-multiverse-of-madness-to-introduce-an-inhuman-exclusive-ia/

[Autbot_Benz]

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Hold on to your Butts

[neatoman]

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Hold on to your Butts

"We should tell him the truth"