The Intriguing Possibilities Teased by Kevin Wright
After the much-awaited release of “Loki” season 2’s first episode on Disney+, fans are already speculating on the future of the God of Mischief within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). More than just whispers and wishful thinking, Kevin Wright, the show’s executive producer, recently gave insights into what might be coming next.
In a compelling chat with Collider, Wright expressed, “I would say Season 1 and Season 2 were developed and created as, like, kind of two chapters of the same book. We felt pretty strongly, all of us involved, that Season 2 was about closing that book but that there are many other books on the shelf for this character and for this world.”
The remarks come as “Loki” season 2 begins to unfold as a crucial chapter in the MCU’s ongoing Multiverse Saga, especially with the return of the formidable Kang.
The Multiverse Saga: A Hotbed for Loki’s Antics
As the MCU steers its grand narrative towards the Multiverse Saga, “Loki” finds itself at the epicenter of this mind-bending drama. The second season aims to deepen the multiverse exploration, a storyline that is gaining prominence, with Kang making a comeback this season.
Wright’s comments offer tantalizing possibilities: “We don’t want to constantly leave people with drastic cliffhangers for our finales.” This might suggest a more rounded ending to Loki’s current arc but leaves the door wide open for future storylines, fully aligned with the expanding MCU.
Future MCU Timelines and Loki’s Potential Role
The timing of a potential “Loki” season 3 is intriguing, considering the upheavals in the MCU’s schedule. The Writers Guild of America and SAG-AFTRA strikes have caused delays in upcoming MCU projects. However, this could mean that the third season might still align with the larger narrative of the Multiverse Saga.
“Loki” has the opportunity to further flesh out this massive storyline even before major film titles like “Avengers: The Kang Dynasty” and “Avengers: Secret Wars” roll out. Imagine Loki diving into alternative universes, actively trying to thwart Kang’s plans. This could seamlessly weave into the next Avengers movies, preparing the MCU for an epic confrontation that impacts multiple realities.
The Winds of Change: What’s Next for the Creative Team?
As the MCU plans to revamp its approach towards TV content, there’s curiosity around how this could impact “Loki.” The recent overhaul initiated by the success of “Daredevil: Born Again” indicates a trend towards more traditional writers’ rooms and showrunners. Should “Loki” continue for additional seasons, it wouldn’t be surprising to see some changes in the creative landscape to align with Marvel Studios’ evolving standards for their Disney+ series.
But for the moment, fans can look forward to new episodes of “Loki” season 2 dropping every Thursday, exclusively on Disney+. Wright’s hints about future ‘books on the shelf’ for Loki suggest that the character’s journey is far from over, even if current story arcs come to a satisfying resolution.
So, as we tune in weekly for the latest mischief from Asgard’s most unpredictable deity, we can also look forward to the enormous possibilities that lie ahead, both for Loki and for the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe.
