Sam Raimi, the filmmaker behind Marvel’s 2022 “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,” has reportedly discussed additional projects with the studio, separate from a potential “Doctor Strange 3.” This unconfirmed development surfaced on social media Friday, stirring speculation among fans.
The claim originated from scooper MyTimeToShineHello, shared via a Marvel-focused account on X, formerly Twitter. If accurate, it suggests Raimi could expand his MCU involvement, possibly tapping into his signature blend of horror and superhero elements. No details emerged on specific films, but online chatter points to fan-favorite ideas like a Tobey Maguire-led “Spider-Man 4” or a supernatural team-up such as “Midnight Suns.” Raimi’s style, marked by kinetic camera work and dark humor, divided audiences in his last MCU outing, yet the film grossed over $955 million worldwide.
Marvel Studios has not commented, and searches of official channels yield no corroboration. Trade outlets like Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, and Entertainment Weekly also lack recent reporting on this, with their latest Raimi coverage focusing on non-MCU work, such as his 2025 remake of the horror classic “Magic.” Sources suggest the rumor aligns with broader industry buzz, including a ComicBookMovie.com post from Friday hinting at studio meetings, but without naming projects. A separate Yahoo rumor even questions Raimi’s return for “Doctor Strange 3” itself, citing potential creative shifts.
Skepticism remains warranted. Raimi stepped away from superheroes after 2007’s “Spider-Man 3,” which faced backlash for overcrowded plotting, and only returned for “Multiverse of Madness” amid production challenges. Hollywood’s rumor mill often amplifies unverified tips from scoopers, especially on platforms like X, where the originating account positions itself as a news aggregator but lacks insider credentials. Proper verification would require statements from Marvel executives like Kevin Feige, Raimi’s representatives, or confirmed scoops in established trades.
Raimi’s Marvel history traces back to his groundbreaking “Spider-Man” trilogy (2002-2007), which redefined comic book adaptations with Maguire as Peter Parker. Those films earned billions and influenced the MCU’s launch. His 2022 sequel introduced multiverse chaos, featuring cameos and gore-infused sequences that nodded to his “Evil Dead” roots. Yet, fan fatigue with multiverse tropes—evident in mixed Phase 4 reception—raises questions about timing. Production schedules for MCU films typically span years, making sudden talks plausible but unlikely to yield quick announcements. If the reports hold, this could signal Marvel’s push to reinvigorate its slate post-2023’s underwhelming box office. Raimi’s involvement might attract directors wary of studio constraints, offering a counter to recent creative exits. Watch for updates at events like D23 or Comic-Con, where Marvel often teases lineups. Until then, treat this as speculative—enticing for fans, but far from locked in.