Marvel's Blade reboot has been in development limbo for years. Originally announced in 2019 with Mahershala Ali set to star and Bassam Tariq as director, the project has faced numerous delays due to script issues. Tariq eventually left after production was halted, leading to Yann Demange being hired as his replacement.
However, reports surfaced that both Kevin Feige and Mahershala Ali were unhappy with the script, leading to multiple rewrites. Eventually, Marvel put the project on hold, leaving its future uncertain.
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<h2>What is Blade about?</h2>
In the comics, Blade is a dhampir, a half-human, half-vampire hybrid, who possesses all the strengths of a vampire without their weaknesses, including immunity to sunlight.&nbsp;A master martial artist and skilled weapons expert, Blade dedicates his life to protecting humanity from vampires and other supernatural threats.
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<h2>The Wesley Snipes connection</h2>
When Wesley Snipes, who originally brought Blade to life in the 1998 film Blade and its two sequels, reprised his role in&nbsp;Deadpool &amp; Wolverine (2024), many fans hoped Marvel would continue with him as the lead. However, this turned out to be nothing more than wishful thinking.
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<h2>Chad Stahelski to direct Blade?</h2>
Recently, rumours spread that the Blade reboot was indefinitely on hold and at risk of cancellation. However, according to The InSneider, Marvel is now eyeing John Wick director Chad Stahelski to helm the project, with a new script being written by Michael Green and Eric Pearson.
If this report is true, Marvel fans may finally get the Blade film they&rsquo;ve been waiting for, one with the intense action Stahelski is known for.
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Marvel's Blade reboot has been in development limbo for years.  Marvel is now rumoured to be eyeing John Wick director Chad Stahelski to helm the project.

Marvel's Blade reboot has been in development limbo for years. Originally announced in 2019 with Mahershala Ali set to star and Bassam Tariq as director, the project has faced numerous delays due to script issues. Tariq eventually left after production was halted, leading to Yann Demange being hired as his replacement. However, reports surfaced that both Kevin Feige and Mahershala Ali were unhappy with the script, leading to multiple rewrites. Eventually, Marvel put the project on hold, leaving its future uncertain. Also Read: Jab We Met in Ghibli world! ChatGPT reimagines Bollywood in stunning Studio Ghibli inspired artwork What is Blade about? In the comics, Blade is a dhampir, a half-human, half-vampire hybrid, who possesses all the strengths of a vampire without their weaknesses, including immunity to sunlight. A master martial artist and skilled weapons expert, Blade dedicates his life to protecting humanity from vampires and other supernatural threats. Also Read: First look of the Red Sonja reboot teases some brutal action The Wesley Snipes connection When Wesley Snipes, who originally brought Blade to life in the 1998 film Blade and its two sequels, reprised his role in Deadpool & Wolverine (2024), many fans hoped Marvel would continue with him as the lead. However, this turned out to be nothing more than wishful thinking. Also Read: Is Zendaya playing Athena or Calypso in Nolan's The Odyssey? new BTS pics offer clues Chad Stahelski to direct Blade? Recently, rumours spread that the Blade reboot was indefinitely on hold and at risk of cancellation. However, according to The InSneider, Marvel is now eyeing John Wick director Chad Stahelski to helm the project, with a new script being written by Michael Green and Eric Pearson. If this report is true, Marvel fans may finally get the Blade film they’ve been waiting for, one with the intense action Stahelski is known for. Also Read: L2 Empuraan Review: The Mohanlal & Prithviraj combo is ultimately a letdown

Marvel eyeing John Wick director Chad Stahelski to save the Blade reboot

Marvel Studios’ ‘Blade’ has reportedly&nbsp;roped in Bassam Tariq for helming the Marvel&nbsp;film.&nbsp;

Bassam is currently in talks for the MCU film that centers on its vampire slayer character. &nbsp;The search for a director has been on since fall 2020.&nbsp;

Bassam Tariq is known for directing the rap drama ‘Mogul Mowgli’, which he also co-wrote with star Riz Ahmed.&nbsp;

In the Marvel film, Mahershala Ali will be playing Blade, a half-human, half-vampire who stalks the night to hunt down vampires. Marvel boss Kevin Feige revealed the casting of Ali at San Diego Comic-Con in July 2019.

As for its origins, Blade debuted in 1973’s ‘Tomb of Dracula No. 10’. He was created by Marv Wolfman and Gene Colan, and went on to be played by Wesley Snipes in three films made by New Line Cinema from 1998-2004. Filmmakers Stephen Norrington, Guillermo del Toro, and Goyer respectively directed the films.&nbsp;

Marvel Studios’ ‘Blade’ has reportedly roped in Bassam Tariq for helming the Marvel film. Bassam is currently in talks for the MCU film that centers on its vampire slayer character.

Marvel Studios’ ‘Blade’ has reportedly roped in Bassam Tariq for helming the Marvel film. Bassam is currently in talks for the MCU film that centers on its vampire slayer character. The search for a director has been on since fall 2020. Bassam Tariq is known for directing the rap drama ‘Mogul Mowgli’, which he also co-wrote with star Riz Ahmed. In the Marvel film, Mahershala Ali will be playing Blade, a half-human, half-vampire who stalks the night to hunt down vampires. Marvel boss Kevin Feige revealed the casting of Ali at San Diego Comic-Con in July 2019. As for its origins, Blade debuted in 1973’s ‘Tomb of Dracula No. 10’. He was created by Marv Wolfman and Gene Colan, and went on to be played by Wesley Snipes in three films made by New Line Cinema from 1998-2004. Filmmakers Stephen Norrington, Guillermo del Toro, and Goyer respectively directed the films.

Mahershala Ali starrer 'Blade' in talks with Bassam Tariq to helm the Marvel film?

`Watchmen` writer Stacy Osei-Kuffour is all set to write the upcoming Marvel Studios film, `Blade` Starring Mahershala Ali. 
 
According to Variety, Marvel Studios announced that Ali, a two-time Oscar award winner, will portray the vampire hunter at San Diego Comic-Con in 2019. Ali`s first collaboration with Marvel was as a villain on the Netflix series `Luke Cage` following which he started pitching himself for the reboot of `Blade.`

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The franchise was first launched by New Line Cinema in 1998 and it starred Wesley Snipes in the titular role half-vampire. Even after so many years, it is to date credited for presaging the age of superhero cinema. 
 
The three films starring Snipes, all written by David S Goyer, grossed roughly USD 418 million globally through 2004 as per Variety. 
 
Osei-Kuffour also happens to be the first Black woman to write a Marvel Studios feature film. A director has not been announced for the new `Blade` reboot yet.&nbsp;

`Watchmen` writer Stacy Osei-Kuffour is all set to write the upcoming Marvel Studios film, `Blade` Starring Mahershala Ali. According to Variety, Marvel Studios announced that Ali, a two-time Oscar award winner, will portray the vampire hunter at San Diego Comic-Con in 2019.

`Watchmen` writer Stacy Osei-Kuffour is all set to write the upcoming Marvel Studios film, `Blade` Starring Mahershala Ali. According to Variety, Marvel Studios announced that Ali, a two-time Oscar award winner, will portray the vampire hunter at San Diego Comic-Con in 2019. Ali`s first collaboration with Marvel was as a villain on the Netflix series `Luke Cage` following which he started pitching himself for the reboot of `Blade.` 'Da 5 Bloods', Bridgerton': Golden Globe 2021 snubs find mention in SAG Award nomination list The franchise was first launched by New Line Cinema in 1998 and it starred Wesley Snipes in the titular role half-vampire. Even after so many years, it is to date credited for presaging the age of superhero cinema. The three films starring Snipes, all written by David S Goyer, grossed roughly USD 418 million globally through 2004 as per Variety. Osei-Kuffour also happens to be the first Black woman to write a Marvel Studios feature film. A director has not been announced for the new `Blade` reboot yet.

Stacy Osei-Kuffour to write Marvel's 'Blade' starring Mahershala Ali

Welcome to Marvel, Mahershala Ali! Two time Academy award winning actor is all set to play 'Blade' in the film's reboot. The announcement was made by Marvel Cinematic Universe`s President, Kevin Feige on Saturday at Comic Con in San Diego.&nbsp; 
 
The film follows a half-vampire, half-mortal man who protects the mortal beings while fighting off the evil vampire. Earlier, the role was played by Wesley Snipes. 
 
Ali has proved his prowess after he won his first Oscar, for best supporting actor, in 2016 for `Moonlight`, and won the same prize this year for his portrayal of Don Shirley in `Green Book`. 
 
The actor is popularly known for his role in the third season of HBO`s drama series `True Detective`, `House of Cards` and has also appeared in `Alita: Battle Angel`. 
 
Among other announcements made by Feige at the Comic-Con included the `Fantastic Four` reboot in works.&nbsp; 
 
He also hinted at `Guardians of the Galaxy 3`, `Captain Marvel 2` and `Mutants` are also up for production.&nbsp; 
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Welcome to Marvel, Mahershala Ali! Two time Academy award winning actor is all set to play 'Blade' in the film's reboot. The announcement was made by Marvel Cinematic Universe`s President, Kevin Feige on Saturday at Comic Con in San Diego.

Welcome to Marvel, Mahershala Ali! Two time Academy award winning actor is all set to play 'Blade' in the film's reboot. The announcement was made by Marvel Cinematic Universe`s President, Kevin Feige on Saturday at Comic Con in San Diego. The film follows a half-vampire, half-mortal man who protects the mortal beings while fighting off the evil vampire. Earlier, the role was played by Wesley Snipes. Ali has proved his prowess after he won his first Oscar, for best supporting actor, in 2016 for `Moonlight`, and won the same prize this year for his portrayal of Don Shirley in `Green Book`. The actor is popularly known for his role in the third season of HBO`s drama series `True Detective`, `House of Cards` and has also appeared in `Alita: Battle Angel`. Among other announcements made by Feige at the Comic-Con included the `Fantastic Four` reboot in works. He also hinted at `Guardians of the Galaxy 3`, `Captain Marvel 2` and `Mutants` are also up for production.

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Mahershala Ali joins the Marvel family, to play 'Blade' in film's reboot