Production for Marvel Studios’ Blade reportedly began soon

The Marvel Cinematic Universe’s upcoming Blade film was first announced in July 2019 during San Diego Comic-Con and now it is reported that the film will begin production soon.

Mahershala Ali will be starting in the film. The movie has suffered a number of delays due to the issue of behind-the-scenes but looks like finally, the film will begin filming.

According to the Film & Television Industry Alliance, Blade is scheduled for a May 1 start date for filming. The filming of the film will take place in different locations including Atlanta, GA, United States, and New Orleans, LA, United States.

Production for Marvel Studios' Blade reportedly began soon (Image credit: small-screen)
Production for Marvel Studios’ Blade reportedly began soon (Image credit: small-screen)

Marvel earlier revealed that Blade will arrive in theaters on November 3, 2023, but unexpectedly the film lost its director then the film was pushed back nine months to September 6, 2024.

Mahershala Ali was the first actor confirmed for the cast in the film but some other names are also coming up Delroy Lindo, Aaron Pierre, and Antony Starr these stars can also be seen in the film.


Blade Update (2026)

Updated July 2026. Mahershala Ali’s Blade has continued to face delays since production was first reported here. Marvel Studios pulled the film from its release calendar in 2025, and while Kevin Feige has said the project isn’t officially cancelled, the studio has acknowledged it wasn’t confident the script was ready to shoot and is rebuilding the film from the ground up. Ali remains attached to the role, and some reports suggest Marvel could introduce Blade in an ensemble project like a Midnight Sons film before, or instead of, a standalone movie. No new production start date has been announced.

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