Marvel fans have a reason to celebrate! Prime Video has officially added two classic Marvel movies, allowing viewers to experience some of the most beloved films that predate the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). This is a golden opportunity for both longtime fans and newcomers to dive into the early Marvel legacy.
Which Classic Marvel Movies Are Now Streaming?
Prime Video now features 1998’s Blade and its sequel, Blade II (2002). Both films star Wesley Snipes as Blade, the human-vampire hybrid hero dedicated to hunting vampires. These movies remain fan favorites, praised for their unique take on comic book adaptations.
In addition, both films pushed the boundaries of visual effects and superhero storytelling in the late 1990s and early 2000s, laying the groundwork for today’s blockbuster MCU films.
Blade (1998) and Blade II (2002)
The original Blade was directed by Stephen Norrington and based on a script by David S. Goyer. Its sequel, Blade II, was directed by acclaimed filmmaker Guillermo del Toro, also written by Goyer. Both films were well-received, with Snipes’ performance becoming one of the most iconic portrayals of a comic book character to date.
Moreover, the films’ thrilling action sequences, dark tone, and stylish visuals set a high standard for Marvel adaptations long before the MCU era. Fans often cite Blade as a pioneering superhero film that successfully blended horror, action, and comic book lore.
Blade’s Return to Marvel Studios
Wesley Snipes reprised his role as Blade in 2024’s Deadpool & Wolverine. Meanwhile, Marvel Studios originally announced a new Blade movie in 2019 at San Diego Comic-Con, with Mahershala Ali attached as the lead. Although the project has faced delays due to multiple script revisions, fans remain excited for Blade’s next MCU appearance.
To date, the new movie does not have a release date, nor a director officially attached. However, fans have already seen other versions of Blade in the MCU, including Snipes in Deadpool & Wolverine and Todd Williams as Blade Knight in Marvel Zombies. This shows that the character of Blade continues to evolve while remaining a fan favorite.
Adding Blade and Blade II to Prime Video gives both longtime and new fans a chance to explore the origins of superhero films. With their intense action, memorable performances, and pioneering visual style, these movies continue to influence superhero cinema today.
Furthermore, streaming these classics makes it easier than ever for fans to understand Blade’s significance in comic book history. By revisiting these films, viewers can see how early experimentation with darker, edgier heroes paved the way for the tone and style of the modern MCU.
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