by Werewolf By Night is Marvel Studios’ first foray into the realm of horror. Directed by Michael Giacchino, the MCU special revolves around the story of Gael Garcia Bernal’s titular monster as he joins dangerous monster hunters to compete for the right to earn the infamous Bloodstone.
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A good chunk of Werewolf by Night’s promotional drive was mainly focused on its use of black and white, with Marvel producer Brian Gay saying that it makes it “different” and stand out from other MCU entries. Aside from that, this color palette also allows the project to become the franchise’s most violent entry yet while being inspired by the classic horror movies from the 1930s.
Meanwhile, the trailer also made it seem that Werewolf by Night is set in the distant past, but a new update from Disney changed that train of thought.
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Many would agree that it’s surprising that the events of Werewolf By Night take place in the modern-day MCU, especially after the 1930s vibe from its trailer. Despite that, this confirmation actually benefits the main protagonists of the Halloween special since it allows them to show up alongside other MCU heroes in the near future.
Although Disney confirmed that it is set after Thor: Love and Thunder, Michael Giacchino’s comments suggest that the exact time when Werewolf by Night happens is not really revealed. In a way, this makes sense, considering the off-the-grid nature of how monsters operate.
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Doing this allows the MCU to create a surprising comeback for the characters whenever the franchise decides to incorporate the likes of Jack Russell and Elsa Bloodstone in a future project.
It’s possible that an encounter with Oscar Isaac’s Marc Spector could be in the cards, potentially in Moon Knight Season 2. Another way for these characters to return is through an appearance alongside Mahershala Ali’s Blade.
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Given that Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige already teased that the MCU has a monster-heavy future, it’s safe to say that Russell and the others are here to stay.
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