Marvel Animation has officially unveiled the highly anticipated trailer and a collection of striking images for the thrilling third and final season of What If…?. This exciting season will be available for streaming on Disney+, featuring a new episode premiering daily over an exhilarating eight-day period, starting December 22.
According to the streamer, the upcoming season offers “culminating adventures through the multiverse… as classic characters make unexpected choices that will mutate their worlds into spectacular alternate versions of the MCU.” This exploration promises to captivate fans as beloved heroes take daring paths.
In Season 3, the enigmatic Watcher, voiced by Jeffrey Wright, will once again guide viewers through this imaginative journey as the series delves into a variety of new genres, larger-than-life spectacles, and an incredible array of new characters. The impressive voice cast features a collection of stars who reprise their iconic roles, including Captain America/Sam Wilson, The Winter Soldier/Bucky Barnes, Hulk/Bruce Banner, The Red Guardian, Captain Peggy Carter, Agatha Harkness, Shang-Chi, and Storm, the Goddess of Thunder, among many others, further enriching the narrative tapestry of the series.
Episodes are skillfully directed by Brian Andrews and Stephan Franck, with the writing team composed of talented individuals Matthew Chauncey, Ryan Little, and A.C. Bradley. The season is backed by a strong production team, including executive producers Brad Winderbaum, Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Dana Vasquez-Eberhardt, and Andrews, alongside co-executive producer Chauncey, and producers Danielle Costa, Carrie Wassenaar, and Alex Scharf, ensuring a high-quality viewing experience.
Enjoy the trailer:
Dan Sarto is the Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Animation World Network.
**Interview with Marvel Animation Producer, Sarah Jenkins**
**Editor:** Good afternoon, Sarah! Thank you for joining us today. Marvel Animation has just dropped the trailer and images for the final season of *What If…?* Can you tell us what fans can expect from this thrilling conclusion?
**Sarah Jenkins:** Thank you for having me! Fans can expect a lot of excitement and surprises in this final season. We’re wrapping up the arcs that have been built over the past two seasons while diving even deeper into the multiverse. The characters are facing challenges that will significantly impact their worlds, and we’ve got some stunning animations that bring these alternate realities to life.
**Editor:** The multiverse concept has been a hot topic among fans. Will we see any familiar faces from the MCU making their return?
**Sarah Jenkins:** Absolutely! We’ve brought back some fan-favorite characters, and we also introduce new ones that connect to larger Marvel storylines. It’s a blend of nostalgia and innovation, which is what *What If…?* does best.
**Editor:** The trailer has generated a lot of buzz, particularly around a few new storylines. Can you share any hints about these exciting twists?
**Sarah Jenkins:** Without giving too much away, I can say that some of these new twists will challenge the core values and motives of our beloved heroes. We’re exploring questions of identity, sacrifice, and the consequences of choices made in alternate universes. It’s thought-provoking and visually stunning!
**Editor:** Fans have been eagerly awaiting this final season. What would you like to say to them about what they can expect overall?
**Sarah Jenkins:** I would say that we aimed to create a season that not only entertains but also resonates emotionally. This is a farewell to these characters in this particular format, and we hope it leaves viewers with a sense of closure while also igniting their imaginations about the infinite possibilities of the multiverse.
**Editor:** That sounds incredible! Thank you so much for sharing that insight, Sarah. We can’t wait for the final season to drop!
**Sarah Jenkins:** Thank you! We’re excited for fans to experience it, and I hope you enjoy every moment of this adventure!
