WARNING: This article includes spoilers from Ironheart episodes 4-6.Alden Ehrenreich teases what is next for hisMarvel Cinematic Universecharacter following the events of theIronheartfinale. Withthe MCU timelinefinishing another TV show on Disney+,Ironhearthas left a few seeds for the story to continue if it gets another season.
One of the major events inIronheartepisodes 4-6 was the villain turn forEhrenreich’s Zeke Stane, as he went from being one of Riri Williams' unexpected allies to becoming one of her newest foes. WhileIronheartseason 2 has yet to be confirmed by Marvel Studios, the story between Zeke and Riri is far from over.
In an exclusive interview withScreenRant’sown Ash Crossan, Ehrenreich addressed what he hopes to see next for Zeke, given the cliffhanger that leaves Riri and him with unfinished business. While not knowing when it may happen, Ehrenreich stressed that he hopes forIronheartshowrunner, Chinaka Hodge, to be the one to continue this arc for the two MCU characters, sharing the following:
That’s right. I think it’s really interesting. The thing that I hope is really for Chinaka, who is really the leader of all this, to continue that vision that she has. I just think she found a way to make these characters both really fun and also feel personal and interesting. I love that about it — that it has different ways it can go and it has this depth.
What Alden Ehrenreich’s Comments About Zeke Stane’s MCU Future Mean
Given howIronheartseason 1 ends, there are definitely many directions for the MCU to take Zeke now that he is a rival for Riri. However, whether Hodge will be the one to expand their storyline after 2025 remains to be seen, since a season 2 isn’t guaranteed.
TheIronheartTV showwas made prior to the restructuring at Marvel Television, where they are now focused on making more traditional TV series that can run for multiple seasons. It’s possible that Marvel Television and Hodge may have had or will have discussions about howIronheartseason 2 could be executed.
If that’s the case,Ehrenreich’s hope of getting to see what Hodge has planned for Riri and Zeke will come to fruition, although it wouldn’t be shocking if some things get retooled, to fit the multiple-season format. However, even ifIronheartseason 2 happens, it may be some time until it releases on Disney+.
Our Take On Alden Ehrenreich’s Comments About Zeke Stane’s MCU Future
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It’s clear from Ehrenreich’s comments that he is hopeful about getting to see Zeke’s MCU arc continue, especially in the context of theIronheartshow. Seeing the actor also be supportive of his MCU showrunner showcases how happy he was with the work he did for Zeke.
The bigger question is whether or not Disney+ and Marvel Television will proceed withIronheartseason 2 or if Riri and Zeke’s rivalry will continue in a different MCU project. Hopefully, the fate ofIronheartwill be determined sooner rather than later.
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Ironheart: Following Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Ironheart introduces Riri Williams, a prodigious inventor navigating her path back in Chicago. Balancing her inventive prowess in creating iron suits with the enigmatic presence of Parker Robbins, known as The Hood, Riri finds herself at the intersection of technology and magic.
