Marvel Hits Production Pause on Nova, Strange Series

Marvel Television has reportedly put three shows on hold: Nova, Strange Academy, and Terror, Inc. According to Deadline, these projects weren't officially greenlit and might still see the light of day, but Marvel has adjusted its priorities.

This strategic shift coincides with Marvel Studios' upcoming Disney+ series, Daredevil: Born Again. This week, Brad Winderbaum, head of streaming and TV at Marvel Studios, revealed the company is exploring the possibility of reuniting the street-level heroes of Daredevil, Luke Cage, Jessica Jones, and Iron Fist – the Defenders.

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Marvel Studios is now focusing on developing more shows than it produces, a strategy Winderbaum explained to Screen Rant last year: "We’re really being careful about what we choose to do next."

The Nova news is particularly unexpected, especially considering that just two months ago, former Criminal Minds showrunner Ed Bernero was announced as writer and showrunner, with Nova confirmed for Disney+. For more details on Nova, see IGN's comprehensive article.

Strange Academy was anticipated to center around the magic school established by Doctor Strange, with Wong as the headmaster. Details on Terror, Inc. remain scarce.

Confirmed Marvel TV release dates include: Daredevil: Born Again (Disney+, March 4th), Ironheart (June 24th), and Wonder Man (December). Following Captain America: Brave New World, three MCU films are slated for release this year: Thunderbolts (May) and The Fantastic Four: First Steps.