Its everywhere movie theaters, streaming services, graphic tees, social media.
Sometimes, it feels like the MCU is inescapable.
Black Widowis also female-led, with Scarlett Johansson as Natasha Romanoff.
Captain America
WandaVisionwas the first MCU seriesandwas female-led, so we cant knock them on that front.
Instead, it follows Hailee Steinfelds Kate Bishop as she takes on Hawkeyes mantle.
Like any teenage girl, Kate has a rebellious streak and faces pressure to live up to expectations.
Plus, forRentheads, theres a 5-minute Marvel musical starring Adam Pascal, so thats a definite bonus.
Another coming-of-age story,Ms.
Marvelfollows Iman Vellanis Captain Marvel-obsessed Kamala Khan.
The only precursor you need would be the MCUsThe Incredible Hulk, and its totally worth it.
But there are also some of the best villains weve ever seen.
Played by Cate Blanchett, shes the epitome of evil, while also being worship-worthy.
Her drag-like persona fits perfectly into the world of the hilariousThor: Ragnarok.
Cates timing, confidence, and campiness complement the high-octane comedy.
Plus,Thor: Ragnarokis also a strong allegory for refugee crises around the world.
You might be shocked, butWanda Maximoffalso takes a villainous turn inDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
But her villainy is next-level and a must-see in the multiversal film.
And we cant forget Julia Louis-DreyfussValentina Allegra de Fontaine, orValfor short.
Shes both funny and manipulative, and theories suggest she might be putting together a team of anti-heroes.
