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Oct 2023
1h 24m

The Evolution of the Marvel Cinematic Un...

The Ringer
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Chris and Andy talk about some news from the week, including the confirmation of a forthcoming ‘Heat 2’ and the trailer for the Nathan Fielder and Safdie Brothers show: ‘The Curse’ (1:00). Then they are joined by Joanna Robinson to talk about her new book ‘MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios’ (19:13) and how the MCU has evolved as a studio over the past 15 years (58:10).


Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Joanna Robinson

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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