- Primary Subject: Marvel Studios' Nova movie
- Key Update: Marvel Studios is officially pivoting from a previously planned Disney+ streaming series to develop Nova as a theatrical feature film.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: July 14, 2026
- Quick Answer: Marvel Studios is developing a Nova movie instead of a TV show, with Loki creator Michael Waldron writing and potentially directing the film.
Marvel Studios is officially developing an MCU movie centered on fan-favorite character Nova. Here's what fans should expect.
For the last several years, there have been attempts to finally bring Nova to the MCU. Initially, there were plans to develop a TV series, but it was eventually shelved, and fans were wondering whether the character would still make his MCU debut.
Fortunately, it looks like they are putting things back on track, as Nova will now instead make his debut on the big screen.
What to Expect in the Nova MCU Movie
Deadline reported that a Nova movie is in early development at Marvel Studios, although it remains unknown whether it will be included in the Phase Seven slate.
Loki showrunner and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness writer Michael Waldron is currently working on the script, with the possibility of directing the project if it moves forward.
So far, the exact plot details are still under wraps, and it remains unknown whether it will be purely a solo adventure or if it will crossover with the other cosmic characters in the MCU. No casting has also been made yet.
In case you're not familiar with the character, Nova is a member of the Nova Corps, an intergalactic police force. Powered by the Nova Force, he possesses superhuman strength, flight, and durability. He made his debut in the first issue of The Man Called Nova in 1976.
For now, stay tuned for more news and updates regarding the project in the coming months, but this is an exciting update for fans who have been looking forward to Nova's MCU debut.
What to Expect in the Upcoming Avengers Movies
The plot details regarding Avengers: Doomsday are still under wraps, but it is expected to feature a multiversal team-up between the heroes in Earth-616, the Fantastic Four from Earth-838, and the X-Men from the Fox universe against Doctor Doom.
The star-studded cast includes Robert Downey Jr., Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Chris Hemsworth, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, Paul Rudd, Letitia Wright, Simu Liu, Tom Hiddleston, Winston Duke, Florence Pugh, David Harbour, Wyatt Russell, Lewis Pullman, Hannah John-Kamen, Danny Ramirez, Tenoch Huerta Mejía, Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, Kelsey Grammer, James Marsden, Rebecca Romijn, Alan Cumming, Channing Tatum, and Chris Evans.
The film is slated for release in theaters on December 18. Four teaser trailers were already released, giving fans an early glimpse of what to expect.
As for Secret Wars, the details are still under wraps since production will begin this year. It is slated for release in theaters in December 2027.
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