The Marvels

| 2023

Directed by: Nia DaCosta

Main Plot

The Marvels follows the story of three powerful heroes who find their abilities mysteriously intertwined. When Carol Danvers, also known as Captain Marvel, uses her powers, she inadvertently creates a cosmic connection with Kamala Khan, a young superhero known as Ms. Marvel, and Monica Rambeau, who has recently gained her own extraordinary abilities. As they navigate their new bond, the trio must work together to confront a formidable new threat that endangers the universe. Their journey takes them across various dimensions and challenges them to learn how to harness their powers collectively. Along the way, they explore themes of friendship, identity, and the responsibilities that come with great power, ultimately leading them to unite against a common enemy while discovering the strength found in their differences.

Characters

  • Brie Larson plays Carol Danvers, also known as Captain Marvel, a powerful superhero who teams up with others to tackle cosmic threats.
  • Teyonah Parris plays Monica Rambeau, a superhero with energy manipulation abilities, integral in teaming up with Captain Marvel to tackle cosmic threats.
  • Iman Vellani plays Kamala Khan, a teenager who gains superpowers and navigates her identity as Ms. Marvel, joining forces with other heroes in intergalactic adventures.

Ending Explained

In The Marvels, directed by Nia DaCosta, the central conflict culminates as Carol Danvers, Monica Rambeau, and Kamala Khan unite to stop Dar-Benn from tearing open jump points that threaten the stability of the universe. In the final act, Monica makes a self-sacrificial decision to repair the dimensional rift from the other side, effectively trapping herself in an alternate reality to save Earth and Hala. Carol, having reconciled with her past and her responsibility to the Kree, restores Hala’s sun, offering hope to its people and resolving her lingering guilt. Kamala, inspired by her experiences, embraces her role as a young hero and begins to form her own team, hinting at the future of the Young Avengers. The film closes with Monica awakening in a parallel universe, greeted by alternate versions of familiar characters, setting up her next journey. The trio’s bond is solidified, each character stepping into a new phase of growth, with the universe safe but new adventures on the horizon.

Nia DaCosta ActionAdventureFantasy Brie LarsonTeyonah ParrisIman Vellani