MCU's Blade Reboot Gets Positive Update

The highly anticipated Marvel's Blade reboot has faced numerous setbacks, leaving fans questioning its future. However, recent developments offer a renewed sense of optimism.

Five years after the initial announcement, the film remains unreleased, sparking considerable criticism of Marvel's handling of the project. Yet, hope persists. After a string of negative updates, The Hollywood Reporter reveals that production isn't halting. The film, initially conceived as a period piece, will now unfold in a contemporary setting. While plot details remain scarce, a script rewrite is planned for the summer, coinciding with the search for a new director.

Reports previously suggested the project had returned to the drawing board due to dissatisfaction among key figures. Despite this setback, the ongoing script revisions, slated for completion by summer's end, and the active search for a new director following Yann Demange's departure, inject renewed confidence into the film's prospects. These changes, however, might significantly alter the storyline.

The original concept featured a 1920s setting, focusing on Blade's daughter rather than Blade himself. Mia Goth's Lilith, a potential vampire antagonist targeting Blade's daughter, was to be a key character. The comic books feature two versions of Lilith—Dracula's daughter and the demonic Mother of Demons—though the film's iteration remained unspecified. The shift to a modern setting could dramatically reshape the narrative.

Previous directorial changes stemmed from concerns about directorial fit. Bassam Tariq's departure exemplifies this. Star Mahershala Ali, deeply invested in the project, aiming for a film comparable to "his Black Panther," personally vetted potential directors, often choosing those without extensive big-studio experience. This presented challenges. Mia Goth remains attached, though her role's status is uncertain. Delroy Lindo and Aaron Pierre are no longer involved, departing after the 2023 actors' and writers' strike. The current release date, November 7, 2025, remains tentative.