Marvel's Kevin Feige Calls Himself a 'Loser' Over Stalled 'Blade' Movie

Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige has delivered a sobering update on the long-awaited Blade movie reboot, according to MovieWeb. In a recent interview, he expressed deep personal disappointment over the project's stalled development.

Feige made the comments during a conversation with Joshua Horowitz for the Happy, Sad, Confused podcast. When asked about the status of the Blade project, which was announced to star Mahershala Ali, Feige offered a candid and revealing response.

What did Kevin Feige say about Blade?

Feige's quote was blunt. "I'm feeling very excited that we got Wesley back for a time in Deadpool and Wolverine, and like a gigantic loser and failure that we didn't get off the ground with Mahershala," he said. This stark admission suggests the project, which has been in development for years, is effectively on hold. The lack of enthusiasm is a notable contrast from his stance just last year, when he confirmed to Variety that Ali remained attached to the role despite production delays.

What is the history of the Blade franchise?

The original Blade film, released in 1998 and starring Wesley Snipes, was a major hit. Directed by Stephen Norrington, it grossed $131 million worldwide on a $45 million budget, according to Box Office Mojo. The film's success launched a franchise that included two sequels and a television series. Marvel Studios regained the rights to the character in 2011 and announced a new film with Mahershala Ali at San Diego Comic-Con in 2019. While the character has since appeared in other Marvel media, including a cameo by Snipes in Deadpool & Wolverine, the Ali-led reboot has yet to materialize.

Feige had previously attributed delays to Marvel's "over-expansion," noting the studio had fallen into a pattern of trying to make too many projects at once. With his latest comments, the future of the new Blade film appears more uncertain than ever.