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Russo Brothers Reveal 'Secret Wars' Comic Inspired Their 'Avengers' Return

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Russo brothers reunite with Marvel for a secret comic book adaptation, reviving the Avengers era after a five-year hiatus.
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  • The Russo brothers, directors of 'Avengers: Endgame', are returning to the MCU to adapt the iconic 'Secret Wars' comic series, which they cite as a major inspiration for their previous Avengers films.
  • According to the Russos, the sprawling 'Secret Wars' storyline, which features a cosmic-scale battle between heroes and villains, offers rich narrative potential that will allow them to take the Avengers franchise in thrilling new directions.
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Russo brothers, Marvel, 'Secret Wars', 'Avengers: Endgame'
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