Despite the box office disappointment of The Marvels, Brie Larson seems poised to reprise her role as Captain Marvel in Avengers: Doomsday. Earlier reports suggested she would not return to the MCU, but recent signs indicate otherwise. In an Instagram story, Larson was seen wearing a wing accessory resembling Carol Danvers' from the films, sparking rumors of last-minute changes to the upcoming Avengers film.
While Brie Larson is being brought back, the Eternals remain absent from the MCU spotlight. The movie had a challenging run, earning $400 million on a $200 million budget before marketing costs (via The Numbers), falling short at the box office. The film's lukewarm reviews and unclear direction contributed to its struggles.
"Since it was just after the release of Endgame, it had a free rein to experiment with what could and couldn’t stick for the superhero ensemble." — Chloé Zhao, Vanity Fair interview
Despite The Marvels underperforming, Brie Larson is reportedly returning as Captain Marvel in Avengers: Doomsday, while the Eternals continue to struggle with their place in the MCU.
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