Although Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness suffered a strange fate at the box office, the movie witnessed a considerable amount of rumor and fan theories, even before it hit the theatres. Apparently, MCU’s 2022 installment of Doctor Strange, was once rumored to feature notable cameos. However, the entire plan changed due to the pandemic.
During an interview, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness‘s costume designer Graham Churchyard opened up about how Tom Holland’s Spider-Man was supposed to cross paths with Doctor Strange in the sequel. However, Churchyard later discussed what stopped Spidey from popping up on screen.
Multiverse of Madness‘s Costume Designer Discusses Cameos
MCU movies have always been subject to speculations and fan theories due to their sheer popularity and vast plotline. And certainly, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is no exception. Prior to its release, Benedict Cumberbatch‘s movie apparently made headlines as fans expected surprising cameos and familiar faces popping up in the superhero flick.
Thus, addressing the rumors and pointing out the veracity of it, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness‘s costume designer Graham Churchyard sat for an interview to discuss reality. Discussing how the infamous web-slinger was supposed to be a part of the Doctor Strange sequel, Churchyard revealed why the plans ultimately changed.
We all know, that Tom Holland’s Spider-Man popping up on screen and crossing paths with Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange would have been an exciting moment for MCU fans. Considering the Doctor Strange sequel tapping into a multiversal reality, both the superheroes were supposed to have a fair share of interactions in the movie.
Tom Holland Nearly Saved Benedict Cumberbatch’s MCU Movie
Sitting for an interview that was captured and shared by Spider-Man News on X, veteran costume designer Graham Churchyard, mentioned Tom Holland’s Spider-Man was supposed to have a small but significant role in Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange sequel. But unfortunately, it was later scrapped from the movie, due to a major issue.
“Spider-Man: No Way Home was supposed to come out after Multiverse [of Madness], and then with COVID [changes], it then came out before.”
Apparently, according to Graham Churchyard, COVID changed the entire timeline of the MCU movies, which forced Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness to squash out Tom Holland‘s Spider-Man from the movie, as the actor’s solo film got released prior to Benedict Cumberbatch’s sequel.
“So Doctor Strange in his new costume and America Chavez were supposed to go into [No Way Home], and Spider-Man was supposed to come in – for a very brief cameo appearance into Multiverse. And then, you know, COVID just shook it all up.”
Well, it’s certainly sad for MCU fans that they couldn’t witness the iconic duo share the screen. But apart from that, it is also unfortunate, since Tom Holland’s appearance could have genuinely saved the Doctor Strange sequel from facing a sorry state at the box office. Holland’s popularity would have certainly served as a money machine for Benedict Cumberbatch’s MCU movie.
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