The future is uncertain for Avengers: The Kang Dynasty. Marvel’s planned crossover film, set for release May 1, 2026, will likely feature a new face taking over the role of Kang the Conqueror as Jonathan Majors has been ousted as the MCU’s reigning big bad.
After the verdict in Majors’ court case, in which the actor was found guilty of third-degree assault and harassment, Marvel now has a big role to fill. Its response has now been officially released with the studio deciding to drop Jonathan Majors as Kang in the statement given to The Hollywood Reporter.
Time will tell if the next Avengers film will continue to feature Kang or if we’re getting a whole pivot in regards to Marvel Studios’ current plans. There did seem to be new messaging about where the MCU is heading next with The Marvels, which hinted that the Young Avengers may be taking the stage.
Gizmodo has reached out to Marvel for comment on the unfolding news.
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