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The Marvel Cinematic Universe aka the MCU is getting ready for what is supposed to be one of the biggest comic book events of all time,Avengers: Secret Wars. But before it, to set the stage for the enticing event to take place inAvengers 5, which was previously titled ‘The Kang Dynasty’.

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Seeing the ‘success’ of recent MCU movies and projects, Marvel Studios has undeniably a lot of pressure to get things done right. WhileDeadpool & Wolverineis anticipated to be ‘MCU’s Savior’, it seems Kevin Feige is taking appropriate measures in bringing back two iconic Marvel directors to direct the upcomingAvengers 5.

Kevin Feige Reportedly Wants to Bring Back Two Iconic MCU Directors

The MCU lately has been struggling with underperforming projects and ‘superhero fatigue’. While fans mostly allege it is the degraded quality of recent Marvel projects that has kept them away, others believe Marvel simply has lost its magic. While it might be too big of a franchise to fail, Marvel bossKevin Feigeseems to be doing his best to get things done right.

While greenlightingDeadpool & Wolverinewas certainly a step in the right direction, Feige is also apparently taking the right steps when it comes to theupcomingAvengers 5.Part of the much anticipated Multiversal Saga, similar toInfinity WarandEndgame, the movie was supposed to be helmed byShang-Chidirector Destin Daniel Cretton.

Kevin Feige | image: Gage Skidmore, licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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But since the director left the project last year to focus on other projects (viaDeadline) a search for a new director has been going on. As was previously reported by scooperDanielRPKMoon KnightandLokidirectorsJustin Bensonand Aaron Moorhead are said to be in talks with Feige about directing the upcomingAvengers 5(viaMyTimeToShineHello).

The brilliant directors have contributed to several Marvel series till now, including the upcomingDaredevil: Born Again(viaThe Hollywood Reporter). Known for the extraordinary and acclaimed season two ofLoki, Feige might just be making the best decision if he does manage to get them on board forAvengers 5.

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LokiDuo Can Save the MCU by DirectingAvengers 5

Aaron Moorhead(L) and Justin Benson(R) [Credit: Instagram | @justinhbenson]Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead might not have as vast of experience or a huge number of filmography, but they sure have proven themselves with the way they helmed season 2 ofLoki. Not only has the series received wide acclaim from fans and critics alike, but it is also said to be one of the best MCU projects of all time.

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WithAvengers 5being deeply instrumental in setting upSecret Warsand finishing up the Multiversal Saga, Benson and Moorheadseem to be the perfect choiceamong the many directors previously allegedly considered for the position. When the rumor of theLokiduo being eyed by Kevin Feige to directAvengers 5went viral, even fans reacted positively to the news:

Excited, they really did a good job with Loki!!

— Abrar Ahmed (@abrar2483)August 11, 2025

If this is true, I’m seated and waiting!!!

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— Wolowitz Coefficient (@inquilabaurkya)June 23, 2025

damnnnnnnnn cant wait if thats true

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— prick parker (@nycpudding)July 25, 2025

Holy shit! That’s quite a step up from Resolution and The Endless.

— Adam Winchell (@Adam_Brendan_W)August 15, 2025

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— AD (@ADWRLD504)July 05, 2025

While this should obviously be taken with a grain of salt, fans sure are excited about the prospect of these two favorite MCU directors potentially directingAvengers 5. As we wait for an official confirmation, only time will tell how successful theLokiduo turns out to be for the upcomingAvengers 5.

Avengers 5is expected to release on August 10, 2025.

Maria Sultan

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Maria Sultan is a dedicated News Content Writer at FandomWire. With over five years of professional experience and hundreds of published articles, she brings a wealth of expertise to her coverage of Marvel, K-dramas, and the latest on streaming platforms.Her work is not just about reporting news; it’s about providing insightful perspectives on the entertainment trends that matter most.

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