Internet User Posts Remark on Shang-Chi, Question that Has Reportedly Been Puzzling Them Deeply
Shang-Chi, the martial arts master played by Simu Liu, made a spectacular debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) with "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings" in 2021. However, since then, the character has not appeared in any main MCU projects.
The absence of Shang-Chi in the MCU is not due to a lack of success or interest. Instead, it appears to be a result of changes in Marvel Studios’ project focus and storyline restructuring within the MCU’s Multiverse Saga.
Initially, Shang-Chi was expected to be a key player in upcoming MCU phases, including a sequel tentatively titled "Shang-Chi and the Wreckage of Time" and a prominent role in "Avengers: The Kang Dynasty." However, these plans reportedly changed, and connections between Shang-Chi’s Ten Rings and Kang the Conqueror were retconned, leading to a delay or reworking of his future appearances.
In the meantime, Simu Liu has reprised Shang-Chi’s voice in animated Marvel projects like "What If…? Season 3" and will appear in the upcoming "Marvel Zombies" series scheduled for October 2025. These appearances, however, are outside the main MCU timeline.
As of mid-2025, filming for a Shang-Chi sequel was expected to start in March 2025, but updates have been sparse, suggesting possible delays or re-evaluations of the character’s narrative arc within the MCU.
Meanwhile, Simu Liu is part of the ensemble cast for the upcoming "Avengers: Doomsday," which is scheduled to release on December 18, 2026. The mid-credits scene of "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings" hinted at the rings acting as a beacon for something, but it's unclear if this will be addressed in "Doomsday."
For those eager to catch up on Shang-Chi's adventures, "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings" is available to stream on Disney+, along with Shang-Chi's next movie, "In Your Dreams," an animated film that will be available to stream with a Netflix subscription starting on November 14. Disney+ offers a subscription service for streaming Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, with an ad-free plan available for $15.99 a month.
In conclusion, while Shang-Chi’s next appearance in the main MCU reality is yet to be confirmed, it is likely tied to the delayed sequel or future Avengers installments, with no confirmed release date announced yet but possibly beyond 2025. Fans can look forward to seeing Simu Liu reprise his role in "Avengers: Doomsday" in 2026.
- Even though Shang-Chi's upcoming appearances in the main Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) remain unconfirmed, Simu Liu's voice can still be heard in the animated Marvel projects such as "Marvel Zombies" set for release in October 2025.
- Simu Liu's fans can catch up on Shang-Chi's adventures by streaming "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings" on Disney+ or viewing the upcoming animated film "In Your Dreams" on Netflix from November 14, while waiting for Shang-Chi's potential future appearance in "Avengers: Doomsday" scheduled for release on December 18, 2026.
