Disney Plus has released a new set of posters for its upcomingMarvel StudiosseriesMoon Knight, showcasing the many phases of the newest MCU superhero. These new images add more fuel to the fire, showcasing an in-depth look at Oscar Isaac’s portrayal of Marc Spector, Mr. Knight, and Moon Knight.
The first of the three newMoon Knightposters focuses on Isaac, who will be making his MCU debut in the upcomingMarvel Studiosseries. The narrative centers around Steven Grant, who discovers that he has dissociative identity disorder and shares a body with a mercenary named Marc Spector. It’s unclear whether Grant or Spector are present in the newly released image, which points to the multifaceted nature of the character. Behind the hooded figure of Isaac in silhouette stands the characters alternate superhero personalities, emphasizing their interconnected presence to the character.
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The posters cycle through a repeated format, pushing a particular character to the forefront while the others linger in the background. The images provide a detailed look at the characters, but they also shed light on the unique attributes each will bring to the table. For example, while Isaac attempts hides his face in the first poster, the following images showcase more confidence in his varying superhero personas.Moon Knight takes center stagein the second image, standing confidently in his essence, followed by Mr. Knight, carrying a unique air of confidence all his own.
Mr. Knight stands out from the crowdin the newly released images, especially since the character has been absent from the series-provided footage. The physicality of Isaac’s Moon Knight persona has surfaced on numerous occasions, which in part has helped fuel anticipation for the series. Mr. Knight, however, has been relatively quiet, aside from the sparse images released showcasing the sophisticated look of the street-level masked detective. With the series' arrival creeping closer, it’s understandable that the character will more than likely remain distant until he makes his onscreen appearance. It will be an experience to see how Isaac embodies the persona and Mr. Knight’s overall role in the series narrative.
Moon Knightlooks to offer some great excitement for fans of the MCU, but it’s unclear what role the complicated superhero will play in the full scope of the multiverse. Previous MCU series on the streaming platform have offered insight into their connection to the larger puzzle, while others have stayed somewhat vague in their journey. Head writer Jeremy Slater hinted that he believes the goal is to haveMoon Knightbe a part of the Avengers eventually, but the decisions would have to come from Kevin Feige to make the dream real.Moon Knightpromises to be a spectacle, which may be enough to appease fans if a solid bridge fails to form. Nevertheless, the series will be the first introduction many audiences have with the hero, highlighting the need to build the origin before bigger plans gain momentum.
Alongside Isaac,Moon Knightwill star May Calamawy and Ethan Hawkeas the main antagonist, Arthur Harrow. The series will kick off a new year of MCU Disney Plus programming,which includesShe-HulkandMs. Marvel, along with the anticipated Marvel features hitting theaters later this year.Moon Knightcomes from Egyptian director Mohamed Diab, whose previous work with hard-hitting dramas looks to crossover well into a story filled with the complexity of varying personalities and the seriousness of mental health related to the main protagonist.
