Marvel Studios Gives Update on Shows Coming to Disney+

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If you thought the MCU was big already, it’s about to get a lot bigger…

In addition to the new footage shown from Marvel Studios Disney+ shows like “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier”, “WandaVision”, “Loki” and “What If…?”, Kevin Feige also teased several brand-new shows and reminded us of a few previously-announced shows, too. Here’s the rundown:

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“Hawkeye” launches on Disney+ in late 2021. The series stars Jeremy Renner, Vera Farmiga, Fra Fee, Alaqua Cox, and Feige finally confirmed Hailey Steinfeld as Kate Bishop. Episodes will be directed by Rhys Thomas and Bert & Bertie.

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“She Hulk” is being directed by Kat Coiro and Anu Valia. She-Hulk, a.k.a. Jennifer Walters, is being played by Tatiana Maslany. Big news on this one is the return of Tim Roth as Emil Blonsky a.k.a. the Abomination (from 2008’s “The Incredible Hulk”) as well as the jolly green giant himself, Mark Ruffalo. No release date has been announced.

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“Moon Knight” was described by Feige as an “Action/Adventure, Indiana Jones type story, coming to life as a Disney+ series, directed by Mohamed Diab”. Speaking of the title character, Feige said, “Moon Knight is a complex vigilante who suffers from Dissociative Identity Disorder and these multiple identities that live inside him are very distinct characters in the series”. No release date has been announced.

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“Secret Invasion” stars Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury and Ben Mendelsohn as Talos. Feige’s brief description of the show: “It’s about a sect of Skrulls who have infiltrated every level of life on Earth”. No release date was announced.

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“Ironheart” centers around the character of Riri Williams (played by Dominique Thorne). Feige described Williams as a “Genius inventor who has the most advanced suit of armor since Iron Man”. No release date was announced. However, Feige did confirm that “Ironheart” and “Secret Invasion” would “tie directly into MCU feature films”.

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Armor Wars stars Don Cheadle as Lt. Col James Rhodes. The plot of the show was described by Feige as “Tony Stark’s worst fear coming true. It’s what happens when his tech falls into the wrong hands”. The release date was… you guessed it, not announced.

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Finally, Feige announced “I am Groot”, a series of shorts that explore Baby Groot’s adventures encountering “several new and unusual characters”.

New “Star Wars: Rogue Squadron” and Untitled Star Wars Film by Taika Waititi Slated as Next Theatrical Release

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Kathleen Kennedy, President of Lucasfilm, announced two brand-new “Star Wars” theatrical films at the recent Disney Investor Day 2020 event.

“Star Wars: Rogue Squadron” is being directed by Patty Jenkins (Wonder Woman films). The film is slated for a Christmas 2023 release. Describing the film, Kathleen Kennedy stated:

“This story will introduce a new generation of starfighter pilots as they earn their wings and risk their lives in a boundary-pushing, high-speed thrill-ride. The legend of Rogue Squadron has been long beloved by Star Wars fans and will move us into a future era of the Galaxy. “

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Taika Waititi (Thor: Ragnarok, The Mandalorian) is set to helm a currently untitled Star Wars film. Though no specifics were provided, Kennedy said of Waititi and the film:

“Taika’s approach to Star Wars will be fresh, unexpected and unique. His enormous talent and sense of humor will ensure that audiences are in for an unforgettable ride.”

NEW Star Wars Disney+ Series “The Acolyte”

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The Lucasfilm portion of the Disney Investor Day 2020 event brought about a lot of surprises. One of the briefly discussed, yet quite interesting Disney+ shows talked about was “The Acolyte”.

Intriguingly described as a “mystery-thriller”, “The Acolyte” could be the first Star Wars Disney+ series that focuses on a character on the Dark Side of the Force.

The creative team is being headed up by Leslye Headland, co-creator of Netflix’s series “Russian Doll”. No release date or additional info has been announced. However, if you want to learn more about the High Republic Era, check out Starwars.com

Orlando International Airport to Add COVID Testing Sites at Airport

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With COVID-19 cases increasing, Orlando International Airport (OIA) is making adjustments as needed, along with other international airports. The latest news is that OIA is adding two new COVID testing sites at the airport. If you have plans to fly to or from the OIA, you’ll want to stay in the loop on what this may mean for your flights.

As shared by OrlandoSentinel: Orlando International Airport will begin to provide COVID tests this month for travelers and for people who aren’t flying, including airport workers, but has yet to work out many details, including how to handle positive results.

“We need to be available to help manage those consequences,” said airport director Phil Brown, which could include assistance in rebooking flights and finding accommodations. “That is a critical element of making this successful.”

“Many people will have a difficult time if they test positive and they have to isolate,” said Kidd, who lauded Orlando’s airport for recognizing that challenge. “Many of them are going to have limited resources.”

There will be no Orlando International Airport requirement for any departing passengers to be tested. Brown said the testing service is generally for travelers destined for locations that require a test result, including some states, such as Hawaii, and to other countries.

For a pilot program through July, Orlando’s airport will contract with AdventHealth’s Centra Care clinic service and Orlando Health. The testing clinics will occupy vacant space in the main terminal outside of the TSA secure areas, and passengers will be tested before making their way to departure gates.