As controversy and abuse allegations continue to surround Jonathan Majors, the actor set to portray Kang in Avengers 5, the release date for Loki Season 2 has been updated. Despite the controversy, Loki Season 2 remains a highly anticipated continuation of the MCU and an important chapter for Kang’s appearance.

Expected Release Date And Disney+ Plans

Variety has reported that Loki Season 2 is now expected to release on Disney+ in mid-2023, following a few date changes. Secret Invasion, Marvel Studios’ next Disney+ series, is set to debut on June 21, with a six-episode event that will likely conclude on July 26. Actor Owen Wilson has previously speculated that Loki Season 2 could arrive at the “end of the summer or September,” and insider KC Walsh claimed to have heard of a September release plan for Loki.

Kang’s Involvement In Loki Season 2

Majors’ scenes for Loki Season 2 have already been filmed, with the actor set to portray multiple Kang Variants, including Victor Timely, who was teased in Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania. Kang’s role in Loki Season 2 is rumored to be more significant than in Season 1, with the character set to appear in at least three episodes. The season will see Loki and Mobius tracking down Kang Variants across the Multiverse, including Victor Timely, to “map out and see the extent of their control across time.”

Impact Of The Controversy On Loki Season 2

Marvel Studios is said to be “monitoring” the situation surrounding Majors’ controversy, but with Avengers: The Kang Dynasty reportedly not filming until spring 2024, they have time to move deliberately. If Majors’ controversy escalates, there has been a rumor that Marvel Studios may seek a Damson Idris-type actor to replace Majors as Kang. However, with Majors’ scenes already filmed and the season in good shape, reshooting with a recast actor is unlikely, making a delay in the release of the season slim.

Despite the controversy surrounding Majors, the release of Loki Season 2 remains on track for mid-2023. The season is expected to see Kang playing a significant role, with the character set to appear in at least three episodes, bringing multiple Kang Variants to life. Marvel Studios is monitoring the situation surrounding Majors’ controversy, but a recasting is unlikely, making a delay in the release of the season slim.