Despite openness to returning to Marvel Studios under appropriate conditions, Joe and Anthony Russo express a strong desire to create their own franchise. Inspired by Star Wars, they aim to establish a novel universe that will revitalize the cinematic experience and provide a foundation for future filmmakers.
Joe Russo expressed optimism for upcoming streaming originals like “Extraction 3” and “The Gray Man 2,” citing the success of “Barbenheimer” as proof that audiences crave novelty. The Russo Brothers believe they can create similar excitement for streaming content as for event movies.
“Our vision is to create an original universe akin to ‘Star Wars.’ We prioritize innovative storytelling and fresh concepts. We believe the market is oversaturated, leading to repetitive narratives and franchise fatigue. The audience demands originality and novel experiences, which is our focus post-Marvel. ‘Barbie’ and ‘Oppenheimer’ have demonstrated the desire for distinctive content.”
The Russos honed their skills on acclaimed sitcoms like “Arrested Development” and “Community.” Their signature style was evident early on in “Community’s” celebrated “paintball war” episode, widely regarded as one of the best sitcom episodes ever.
Unlike traditional publicity interviews, David and Schuster spoke with GamesRadar at the Sands: International Film Festival in St Andrews, Scotland, as they don’t have an imminent movie release. However, they shared news of several exciting projects in development, such as sequels to “Citadel” and modern adaptations of classic films “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” and “The Thomas Crown Affair.”