Marvel’s "Blade" faces uncertain future amid production troubles

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Marvel’s highly anticipated film “Blade” is rumored to have been canceled amidst ongoing production troubles. The project, which was initially announced at the 2019 San Diego Comic-Con, has faced numerous delays and changes in direction. As of now, the film is not listed in Marvel Studios’ schedule until 2028, casting doubt on its future. Despite earlier reports in March 2025 that Marvel President Kevin Feige and star Mahershala Ali had finalized the script, written by Michael Green and Eric Pearson, there has been no official confirmation regarding the production details. The search for a director continues, with John Wick’s Chad Stahelski being one of the names in consideration.

The journey of “Blade” has been fraught with challenges from the start. The movie has seen multiple changes in its directorial team, including departures from Bassam Tariq and Yann Demange. Additionally, the script has undergone several rewrites, further complicating the production process. Originally slated for release on November 7, 2025, the film was removed from Disney’s schedule, suggesting potential delays or even cancellation. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Mahershala Ali expressed optimism about the project, stating he was “sincerely encouraged” by the progress and the team involved. However, the lack of concrete updates from Marvel has left fans and industry insiders speculating about the film’s fate.

The cast of “Blade” includes Mahershala Ali as Eric Brooks/Blade, Delroy Lindo as Deacon Frost, John West Jr. as DEE, Mia Goth, and Milan Ray. There have been rumors that Goth might portray Dracula’s daughter, Lilith Drake. The film is set to be produced by Kevin Feige, Eric Hauserman Carroll, Louis D’Esposito, and Bassam Tariq. As the situation stands, Marvel is expected to provide an official update on the production status or confirm the cancellation of “Blade” in the near future. Fans of the iconic vampire hunter will have to wait for further news from Marvel Studios.