The ‘What If...?’ series is a special treat for fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The animated series, which brilliantly showcased alternate stories in the multiverse with its first season in 2021, has won the hearts of fans with its second season as well. Now, the series is all set to make a splash on Disney+ with its third and final season. The ‘What If...?’ Season 3 trailer was recently released, creating a buzz among fans on social media. The season will be streaming on Disney+ from December 22, 2024. What’s in the trailer? What surprises is this season going to offer? Come on, let’s take a look!
What did we see in the trailer?
The ‘What If...?’ Season 3 trailer will give Marvel fans goosebumps! The trailer is a rollercoaster ride across the multiverse, with new stories, unexpected twists, and different genres. Here are some key highlights:
-: The Watcher as the guide again: The Watcher, voiced by Jeffrey Wright, takes us on a multiverse adventure this season. His narration adds a cinematic magic.
-: Wild and crazy stories: This season has some totally different episodes. Watch:
- “What If... The Hulk Fought the Mech Avengers?” - Hulk fights the robotic Avengers in anime style, with Voltron, Pacific Rim vibes!
- “What If... Agatha Went to Hollywood?” - Agatha Harkness makes a splash in Hollywood with a musical number.
- “What If... Howard the Duck Got Hitchhiked?” - Howard the Duck gets married during the Christmas season.
- “What If... Red Guardian Stopped the Winter Soldier?” - An epic showdown between the Red Guardian and the Winter Soldier.
-: New Characters, New Looks: Storm (from X-Men) swings Mjolnir as the Norse Goddess of Thunder—this scene alone takes the trailer to the next level! Also, Riri Williams joins the new Avengers team as the superior Ironheart, with Sam Wilson leading Monica Rambo and Moon Knight. Shang-Chi and Kate Bishop take on the Western adventure.
-: X-Men 97 Crossover: Fans were shocked to see Storm (voiced by Alison Seeley-Smith) from X-Men 97 appear in the trailer. She teams up with Captain Carter to fight a tentacled monster that resembles the Leviathan from the first season.
-: Musical & Anime Fun: One episode will be in the style of a 1930s screwball musical with Agatha Harkness in the lead. Another episode will follow the ‘Go-Avengers: Heroes of the Gamma War’ theme with anime-inspired mecha Avengers—it looks totally crazy!
Voice Cast & Team
- The voice cast this season looks like a superstar lineup. MCU actors reprise their iconic roles:
- Anthony Mackie (Sam Wilson/Captain America)
- Mark Ruffalo (Hulk/Bruce Banner)
- Sebastian Stan (Winter Soldier/Bucky Barnes)
- Katherine Hahn (Agatha Harkness)
- Simu Liu (Shang-Chi)
- David Harbour (Red Guardian)
- Hailee Steinfeld (Kate Bishop)
- Oscar Isaac (Moon Knight)
- Dominic Thorne (Riri Williams/Ironheart)
The season is directed by Bryan Andrews and Stephen Frank, with a script by Matthew Chancey, Ryan Little, and A.C. Bradley. Executive producers include Brad Winderbaum, Kevin Feige, and Louis D’Esposito. The trailer features a stunning animation quality and visuals—especially the scenes with Storm and the Mecha Avengers that will have fans on the edge of their seats!
Release Details & India Timings
‘What If…? Season 3’ will begin streaming on Disney+ from December 22, 2024, with one episode released each day, ending on December 29. In India, the season will be available on Disney+ Hotstar from December 23, 2024, with each episode dropping at 7:30 AM. The episode lineup is as follows:
- Episode 1: “What If… The Hulk Fought the Mecha Avengers?” (December 23, 2024)
- Episode 2: “What If... Agatha Went to Hollywood?” (December 24, 2024)
- Episode 3: “What If... Red Guardian Stopped the Winter Soldier?” (December 25, 2024)
- Episode 4: “What If... Howard the Duck Got Hitched?” (December 26, 2024)
- Episode 5-8: December 27-30, 2024 (Titles not yet announced, but the final episode will be titled “What If...? What If...?”)
Why watch?
The trailer for ‘What If…?’ makes it clear why the series is a fan favorite. The first two seasons won hearts with creative stories and excellent animation, but some episodes were criticized for being short and lacking in writing. This season is making up for that deficit, with grand visuals and exploring new genres. Storm’s appearance as a Norse goddess, a crossover with X-Men 97, and a musical episode—all of these make this season feel super fresh.
This season closes out Marvel Phase 5 and could set the stage for multiverse stories for ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ and ‘Avengers: Secret Wars’. The Celestials and Watcher Alliance scenes in the trailer hint that this season will be on a grand scale. But, with 8 episodes, some feel that the season is a bit short, and there is a chance that some stories will lack depth.
Final Take
The ‘What If…?’ Season 3 trailer promises a crazy, colorful multiverse adventure for Marvel fans. An X-Men crossover with Storm, an Agatha Harkness musical, mecha Avengers, Shang-Chi Western vibes—all of these make this season a treat not to be missed. Jeffrey Wright as the Watcher, a star-studded voice cast, and top-notch animation guarantee a cinematic feel. Enjoy this season on Disney+ Hotstar starting December 23, 2024. Have you seen the trailer? Which episode are you most looking forward to? Share your reactions on X or in the comments!