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As far as Marvel movies go, Blade is one of the more unique ones out there. But was it really a Marvel movie? Let’s take a look at the evidence.
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Introduction
The movie Blade was released in 1998 and starred Wesley Snipes as the title character. The movie was not produced by Marvel Studios, but rather New Line Cinema. However, the character of Blade is based on a Marvel Comics character of the same name.
What is Blade?
Blade is a Marvel movie that was released in 1998. It stars Wesley Snipes as the titular character, a vampire hunter who must do battle with a powerful vampire leader. The movie was a box office success, grossing over $130 million worldwide, and was well-received by critics.
The Marvel Universe
The Marvel Universe is a fictional shared universe where the stories in most American comic books published by Marvel Comics take place. This is not to be confused with Marvel Cinematic Universe, which refers to the continuity of the films produced by Marvel Studios. The multiverse within the Marvel Universe has been depicted several times, most notably in Maximum Carnage and Secret Wars.
The Blade Movies
The Blade movies are a series of American vampire superhero action films created by Marvel Studios, based on the fictional character of the same name from Marvel Comics. The first film in the series, Blade, was released in 1998. The second installment, Blade II was released in 2002, and the third and final film, Blade: Trinity, was released in 2004.
While all three films were commercially successful, critics were divided on whether or not they qualified as “Marvel movies”. In particular, the decision to turn Blade into a vampire hunter in the first film was controversial, with many feeling that it went against the character’s comic book origins.
Despite this debate, all three films are generally considered to be part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). This is due to a number of factors, including the presence of several key MCU characters (such as Nick Fury and Thanos) in cameo roles, and the fact that the films’ rights are currently owned by Marvel Studios.
Why Blade is a Marvel Movie
When most people think of Marvel, they think of the Avengers, Spider-Man, or X-Men. But Blade, the 1998 vampire action movie starring Wesley Snipes, is actually a Marvel production. It might not seem like it at first glance, but upon closer inspection, it’s clear that Blade is very much a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The Characters
When looking at the MCU as a whole, it’s difficult to categorize “Blade”. It definitely has more in common with “ Blade Runner” or “The Matrix” than it does with other MCU movies. But the characters themselves feel more like they belong in the world of the X-Men.
The title character, Blade, is a half-human, half-vampire who was bitten by a vampire and then trained by Whistler, a vampire hunter, to be the ultimate vampire hunter. He has all of the strengths of a Vampire but none of their weaknesses. He uses his powers to fight other vampires and keep them from taking over the world.
Blade is joined in his fight by Frost, a former vampire who has sworn to protect humans from her own kind. She uses her powers to help Blade in his fight against vampires and loves him despite his bloodthirsty ways.
Together, these two characters fight vampires and save humans from their depraved hunger. They are more like supernatural vigilantes than traditional superheroes. And while their methods may be brutal, their hearts are in the right place.
The Plot
Blade was a Marvel movie that was released in 1998. The plot of the movie revolves around the titular character, Blade, who is a vampire hunter. Blade is tasked with stopping a vampire named Deacon Frost from taking over the world.
The movie was well-received by critics and was a box office success. It is considered to be one of the first successful superhero movies.
The Action
The action in Blade is relentless. It’s one thing after another. Cars crashing, people being stabbed, shootouts, more stabbings, explosions. It doesn’t let up. If you’re a fan of non-stop action movies, then you’ll love Blade.
The Conclusion
No, Blade was not a Marvel movie.
What’s Next for Blade?
While Blade was a Marvel movie, it was not produced by Marvel Studios. The character is currently owned by Marvel Entertainment, which is a separate division of the Walt Disney Company. There have been no announcements about what, if anything, Marvel plans to do with the character in the future.
