10 Films Delayed Due To Coronavirus
2. New Mutants
The final Marvel film under the 20th Century label has been in purgatory for three years since filming wrapped in 2017. Initially delayed due to planned reshoots that never happened, the release was pushed back again due to the Disney/Fox merger. The light at the end of the tunnel finally appeared when a 2020 release was confirmed.
Since then, the studio has released multiple trailers to great critical acclaim. Despite worries that Disney would seek to tone things down to fit with the family friendly MCU, praise has been given for the horror aspects that are still present. Critics were also impressed by the more comic-accurate powers that were often left out of 20th Century's X-Men films.
New Mutants is based on the highly successful X-Men spin off comic of the same name and follows a group of young mutants who are still learning to control their power. The casting choices are perfect, with Maisie Williams as Rahne/Wolfsbane and Anya Taylor-Joy as Illyana/Magik being the standout characters.
Once again, we are left wondering if this cursed film will ever see light of day. Having come so close to being released, fans will be eager for Disney to secure a new release date as soon as they can.