Marvel Expands Animation Slate, Unveils Live-Action Spy Thriller Amidst Legal Battles and Comedy Controversy

Marvel Television has announced a significant expansion of its animated offerings, with "Marvel Zombies" set to return for three Halloween specials next year, followed by "Marvel Zombies: The Winter Soldier," "The Fist of Khonshu," and "The Last Guardian" in subsequent years. Additionally, "Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man" will debut its second season in January 2027, and "X-Men '97" has been renewed for a third season.

In parallel, Marvel is venturing into live-action with a new spy thriller series titled "Zodiac," slated for a 2028 release on Disney+. The series will commence filming in London in the spring, with casting to begin shortly. These developments occur as Disney faces a lawsuit from its former top IP lawyer, Mary Fossier, who alleges ageism and wrongful termination. Meanwhile, comedian Sebastian Maniscalco has distanced himself from the cancellation of SiriusXM's Raw Comedy channel, which the satellite radio provider attributes to low ratings prior to his involvement.