Ironheart Teaser Unveiled at D23: Riri Williams Takes Flight in New Disney+ Series

August 11, 2024
Ironheart Teaser Unveiled at D23: Riri Williams Takes Flight in New Disney+ Series
  • Marvel Studios unveiled exciting new footage of the upcoming Disney+ series 'Ironheart' at the D23 Expo, featuring Dominique Thorne as Riri Williams.

  • In her journey, Riri encounters Parker Robbins, played by Anthony Ramos, who possesses a magical hood that grants him access to dark arts, indicating a potential conflict.

  • Early glimpses of Riri's new armor suggest it is more handmade compared to her previous suit, reflecting her resourcefulness.

  • Highlights from the footage include Riri flying, money falling from the sky, and a dramatic scene where she crashes a truck.

  • The clip concluded with a mysterious light-colored suit approaching the camera, hinting at further developments in the series.

  • The preview began with a clip from 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,' which marked Thorne's debut as Riri Williams/Ironheart.

  • Riri, a super-smart MIT student from Chicago, made her MCU debut in the 2022 film and is now facing challenges as she returns to school.

  • The teaser revealed Riri's desire to build something significant after feeling stuck post-internship in Wakanda, motivated by the need for 'cash money.'

  • However, her focus on personal projects leads to her expulsion from MIT, pushing her to seek questionable funding methods.

  • The footage showcases Riri feeling 'stuck' and being challenged by Robbins to take risks, highlighting her internal struggles.

  • Ironheart is set to premiere on Disney+ in 2025, as confirmed by executive producer Ryan Coogler and the cast at D23.

  • Disney CEO Bob Iger announced plans to limit Marvel's releases, which will affect the number of shows on Disney+.

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