Kevin Feige Debunks Marvel v DC War Rumors

When it comes to movies, the superhero genre has become one of the industry’s most lucrative [...]

By Megan Peters - June 13, 2017 09:01 pm EDT

When it comes to movies, the superhero genre has become one of the industry's most lucrative ventures. Studios like Marvel and DC Entertainment continue to churn out blockbusters, leaving some of the world's most iconic superheroes to duke it out at the box office. Thanks to fan-wars and competing release dates, a rivalry of epic proportions has seemingly existed between the two comic studios - but don't be fooled by the hype. According to Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige, there is no bad blood between the company and DC.

Earlier today, the Marvel executive shut down rumors about the studio's feud with DC Entertainment during a chat with AlloCine. Feige appeared to promote Spider-Man: Homecoming, and the producer said the success of DC movies ultimately adds to Marvel's own riches.

"There's not really a rivalry. The rivalry is much more amongst the press, I think," Feige confessed.

"Geoff Johns is a very good friend of mine. We grew up together in the business and recently celebrated Richard Donner, who we both used to work for," he continued. "So, I applaud all the success he's had. I really just look at it as a fan. When the movies perform well and are well received, it's good for us – which is why I'm always rooting for them."

Most recently, Feige says he has been impressed by the DCEU's latest addition. Wonder Woman debuted earlier this month to rave reviews, and Feige says he's glad the feature has blown away misconceptions about female-led superhero flicks.

If you still doubt Marvel and DC's relationship, then you only need to look at the Academy for proof. Recently, the film organization awarded Richard Donner for his contributions to movies, and his work with Superman was spotlighted. Both Feige and Johns united at the event to share their mutual love for Superman: The Movie, and the touching moment helped heal a rift which has separated Marvel and DC fans for years now.

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Thrilled by his experience with the Avengers, young Peter Parker (Tom Holland) returns home to live with his Aunt May. Under the watchful eye of mentor Tony Stark, Parker starts to embrace his newfound identity as Spider-Man. He also tries to return to his normal daily routine -- distracted by thoughts of proving himself to be more than just a friendly neighborhood superhero. Peter must soon put his powers to the test when the evil Vulture emerges to threaten everything that he holds dear.

Spider-Man: Homecoming is directed by Jon Watts, from a screenplay by Jonathan M. Goldstein & John Francis Daley and Watts & Christopher Ford and Chris McKenna & Erik Sommers, and stars Tom Holland, Michael Keaton, Zendaya, Donald Glover, Jacob Batalon, Laura Harrier, Tony Revolori, Tyne Daly, Bokeem Woodbine, Marisa Tomei, and Robert Downey Jr.