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Mahershala Ali's Blade Movie Officially Scrapped
31 Jul
Summary
- Mahershala Ali confirmed the Blade movie will not be made.
- The actor cited creative differences and studio issues.
- Ali is now focusing on original projects like Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has seen the cancellation of its planned Blade movie, starring Mahershala Ali.
Ali, who was set to portray the vampire hunter, recently confirmed that the project will not move forward. He cited creative differences and issues with the studio as the reasons behind the film's failure to materialize. This news comes after years of development hell since the movie's initial announcement in 2019.
The Oscar-winning actor has expressed his perspective on the situation, indicating that he has closed this chapter. He is now shifting his focus to original projects, notably his upcoming film, Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother, scheduled for release on September 25th.
Marvel's plans for the Blade character remain uncertain. While Wesley Snipes reprised his role in the recent Deadpool & Wolverine, there is no indication he will star in a solo film. The next MCU movie slated for release is Avengers: Doomsday on December 18th, 2026.