Marvel's Blade reboot gets a 2023 release date

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Marvel has confirmed that the Blade reboot is set to launch in 2023. 

The news comes as part of Marvel's seismic San Diego Comic-Con 2022 panel, where the publisher unveiled Phase 5 of the MCU. During SDCC 2022, head of creative Kevin Feige revealed that Marvel Studios' Blade will reach theaters on November 3, 2023. 

This is undoubtedly one of the highest profile pictures in Phase 5, with Moonlight's Mahershala Ali taking over the titular role from Wesley Snipes. We also know that Bassam Tariq is signed on to direct, with HBO's Watchmen screenwriter Stacy Osei-Kuffour behind the script. 

For more out of Marvel's big day of reveals, check our our Marvel SDCC 2022 Live Coverage.

Josh West
Editor-in-Chief, GamesRadar+

Josh West is the Editor-in-Chief of GamesRadar+. He has over 15 years experience in online and print journalism, and holds a BA (Hons) in Journalism and Feature Writing. Prior to starting his current position, Josh has served as GR+'s Features Editor and Deputy Editor of games™ magazine, and has freelanced for numerous publications including 3D Artist, Edge magazine, iCreate, Metal Hammer, Play, Retro Gamer, and SFX. Additionally, he has appeared on the BBC and ITV to provide expert comment, written for Scholastic books, edited a book for Hachette, and worked as the Assistant Producer of the Future Games Show. In his spare time, Josh likes to play bass guitar and video games. Years ago, he was in a few movies and TV shows that you've definitely seen but will never be able to spot him in.

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