Nicolas Cage comments on the current direction of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, saying it has become more like “a well-funded and glorified WWE.” Speaking after the release of his Prime Video series Spider-Noir, Cage argues the franchise is relying too heavily on set pieces and transitions rather than deeper storytelling. He also references his desire to see the MCU “get back to telling the stories” instead of “cutting to the wrestling match.”
Cage’s remarks are framed as concerns about character focus and narrative structure. Multiple outlets report that he contrasts the MCU’s present approach with what he describes as the storytelling strengths of Marvel’s earlier era. In that context, he highlights Spider-Noir as an example of a project he views positively, while also noting that the series is not continuing beyond its initial run. The outlets largely align on Cage’s core message, with emphasis varying slightly between the franchise’s action balance and his specific comments about how scenes are edited and presented.
