Disney+ Announces Historic Binge Release for Next MCU Show

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Disney+ is shaking things up yet again with Marvel Studio’s upcoming series, Eyes of Wakanda. What sets this Marvel Studios Animation show apart is its placement within the MCU’s live-action Continuity Timeline, but what truly makes history is the flexible viewing options offered to fans.

According to Entertainment Weekly, the four episodes of the animated series, “Eyes of Wakanda,” inspired by Black Panther, will become available on Disney+ on August 1, 2025. Unlike Marvel Studios’ previous releases such as “Echo” and Season 2 of “Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur,” which premiered all episodes at once, “Eyes of Wakanda” is unique in that it will be the first animated series from Marvel Studios to employ a binge-watching model.

Marvel Studios, particularly its animation division, has been innovative with their release strategies. For example, Seasons 2 and 3 of “What If…?” dropped new episodes daily, while “Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man” premiered the first two episodes together before releasing the rest in sets of two or three. The short series “Eyes of Wakanda” made all its four episodes available at once, marking a fresh approach. The question arises as to whether the upcoming Marvel Studios’ show, “Marvel Zombies,” scheduled for 2025, will adopt a similar strategy.

In easy-to-read language, the series named “Eyes of Wakanda” was developed by Todd Harris and is classified as an action-adventure production by Disney+. This show chronicles the Hatut Zaraze’s journeys through history while they hunt for missing Vibranium relics. The star-studded cast includes Cress Williams portraying the Lion, a once Wakandan general who has transformed into a pirate, and Winnie Harlow playing Noni, a former Dora Milaje member. As part of Phase 6 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), “Eyes of Wakanda” will make its debut on Disney+ starting August 1.

4 Reasons To Get Hyped for Eyes of Wakanda

Beyond just knowing that “Eyes of Wakanda” is the upcoming Marvel Studios series on Disney+, expanding the Black Panther universe, here’s one reason as a fan myself why I can’t wait for its release:

As someone who has deeply appreciated the Black Panther franchise, I find immense excitement in the prospect of delving deeper into Wakanda and uncovering hidden stories within this fascinating world. The opportunity to explore new characters, witness fresh adventures, and experience more of the rich culture that makes Wakanda unique is truly captivating, making “Eyes of Wakanda” a project I eagerly anticipate.

New Art Style

Enhancing the collection of unique aspects in Marvel Studios Animation’s “Eyes of Wakanda” is its distinctive visual style. Produced by Axis Animation and influenced by contemporary African-American artists, “Eyes of Wakanda” showcases a hand-painted aesthetic and cultural elements that haven’t been present in previous studio productions. However, the artwork for the series, particularly the captivating first poster, hints that “Eyes of Wakanda” could still resonate with the iconic Wakanda and Black Panther imagery that Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) fans have grown accustomed to.

Wakandan History

Since the release of “Black Panther” in 2018, Wakanda has stood out as a captivating and influential location within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Although its past, customs, and values are evidently crucial to the Wakandans, we’ve only glimpsed their nation during the present era in the MCU. The upcoming film, “Eyes of Wakanda,” aims to shift that by delving into Wakanda’s history, which could deepen our appreciation and comprehension of its traditions, technology, heroes, villains, and long-held secrets.

Iron Fist

At D23 2024, the Eyes of Wakanda team hinted to the audience that the upcoming series will delve deeper into heroes hailing from hidden cities, such as one embodying a “glowing fist.” This subtle nod strongly implies that viewers may witness the Iron Fist in the forthcoming show. Given the long-standing history of the mantle, the Eyes of Wakanda’s narrative approach to history makes it an excellent platform to unravel the mythology surrounding the Iron Fist persona. If the character were to eventually intersect with the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this series could serve as a prelude to that event.

New MCU Connections

In the comic book universe continuity, the show “Eyes of Wakanda” set in the main Marvel Cinematic Universe timeline can potentially tie into other Marvel Studios movies, characters, and significant events. The narrative connections and meaningful guest appearances that have been absent in recent Marvel productions could be addressed by this series. Moreover, there’s speculation that “Eyes of Wakanda” might also fill a long-standing demand from fans by telling an untold Captain America story.

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2025-07-25 17:34