Marvel Animation’s acclaimed series, What If…, is returning for its final season on Disney+ at the end of 2024. The anthology-style show, guided by Uatu the Watcher, reimagines key moments from the Marvel Cinematic Universe through alternate realities. Season three promises a deeper exploration of the multiverse, emotional conclusions, and familiar voices from the MCU. The premiere is set for December 22, 2024, with episodes releasing until December 29. Exciting teasers and trailers have already generated anticipation among fans.
The Return of What If…: A New Season on Disney+
Marvel Animation’s acclaimed series, What If…, is set to make a triumphant return for its final season on Disney+ at the end of 2024. In this article, we delve into everything we know about the concluding adventures of Uatu, the enigmatic Watcher.
Exploring the Marvel Multiverse
For several years, Marvel Entertainment has been at the forefront of exploring the multiverse concept, diving into parallel universes and alternate realities. This was notably showcased in Spider-Man: No Way Home, where three iconic Spider-Men—Tom Holland, Andrew Garfield, and Tobey Maguire—united on the big screen along with their respective foes.
However, Marvel Animation has arguably harnessed the multiverse’s potential most effectively, particularly with the release of Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse in 2023, which received widespread acclaim as a masterclass in animation.
Back in 2021, Marvel Animation introduced audiences to their unique take on the multiverse through the series What If….
What is What If…?
What If… is an anthology-style animated series that reimagines pivotal moments within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Guided by Uatu, the Watcher, viewers embark on a journey through alternate realities, revealing often humorous, yet sometimes chilling, reimaginings of beloved characters’ destinies.
The series asks a fascinating question: what if the events of the MCU had taken a different path? In just two seasons, it has explored numerous alternative storylines familiar to comic book readers, including the intriguing 1602 universe featured in the eighth episode of season two.
What to Expect from Season 3
As we look forward to the third season, Marvel Animation aims to provide a fitting conclusion to Uatu’s story. Brad Winderbaum, Marvel’s head of streaming, has hinted at an exciting exploration of the multiverse that surpasses previous seasons, featuring highly anticipated characters and delivering a deeply emotional finale for the Watcher.
To recap (Spoiler Alert), season two culminated in an epic showdown between Captain Carter, an alternative version of Captain America, and Strange Supreme, a flawed variant of Doctor Strange. During this encounter, Captain Carter learns about Strange’s motivations and the near destruction of the multiverse, driven by love.
As she prepares to return to her universe, she suggests taking the “tourist route” with the Watcher, hinting at new adventures ahead. It remains to be seen if Uatu will have Peggy Carter by his side for the entirety of season three.
Confirmed Cast and Characters
Since its debut, What If… has featured several key actors from the MCU voicing their animated counterparts, and the final season will continue this tradition. Jeffrey Wright will reprise his role as Uatu, while rumors suggest that Halle Berry may return as Storm in a unique episode where she wields Thor’s hammer, Mjöllnir.
Release Date for Season 3
Mark your calendars! The highly anticipated third season of What If… will premiere on Disney+ on December 22, 2024. This date aligns perfectly with the one-year anniversary of season two’s launch. Fans can expect episodes to be released gradually from December 22 to December 29, 2024.
Teasers and Trailers for What If… Season 3
Excitement is building as Marvel has released the first official trailer for season three, showcasing thrilling glimpses of what’s to come. Additionally, a teaser released ten months ago features a young Red Guardian accompanied by Bucky Barnes in a high-octane adventure that quickly spirals into chaos, complete with a police chase led by none other than Nick Fury.