Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania faced significant disappointment both critically and commercially, leading to the lowest Rotten Tomatoes critic score for an MCU movie and a lackluster box office performance. The film’s struggles, however, will drive essential improvements in Marvel Studios’ execution for Phase 6 and future projects.

Impact Of Ant-Man 3’s Reception On Marvel Studios

The disappointing drop in box office numbers for Ant-Man 3 directly correlates with the film’s criticisms. This emphasizes the growing influence of word-of-mouth and its effect on box office success. In contrast, the universally praised Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 demonstrates the importance of high-quality productions. Marvel Studios, facing concerns about the superhero genre’s future, will prioritize quality control in future releases across Phases 5 and 6.

Marvel’s Measures To Avoid Another Ant-Man 3 Scenario

Marvel Studios, acknowledging the need for improvement, is taking steps to address the situation. The studio has replaced writers on Blade, Thunderbolts, and Fantastic Four, signaling a shift in script strategy. As Marvel Studios seeks more experienced veterans, writer Jeff Loveness’s involvement in Avengers 5 may be reconsidered, given Ant-Man 3’s response. Michael Waldron’s position as the writer for Avengers: Secret Wars could also be uncertain, despite his success with Loki and Doctor Strange 2.

Changes In VFX And Visual Development

Marvel Studios recognizes the need for improvement in the visual effects (VFX) department. The Marvels’ delay allows additional time for post-production and VFX work. Moreover, the utilization of The Volume technology in Thor: Love and Thunder and Ant-Man 3, which received mixed reviews, may be less prevalent in future MCU projects. Marvel Studios aims to address VFX-related backlash and deliver visuals that meet audience expectations.