BREAKING MOVIE/TV NEWS

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Disney XD Launching "Marvel Universe" - April 1, 2012

Disney XD will launch "Marvel Universe", a dedicated Marvel programming block, produced by Marvel Animation, with the new series "Ultimate Spider-Man" as its centerpiece, Sunday, April 1, according to Gary Marsh, President and Chief Creative Officer, Disney Channels Worldwide.

"Marvel Universe" on Disney XD will include Marvel content, including new animated short-form series, live-action interstitials and the series return of "The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes!"

The block will also be home to Marvel's biggest superstars, including 'Spider-Man', 'Iron Man', 'Hulk', 'Thor', 'Captain America' and a whole lot more.

"'Marvel Universe' block is an incredible animated ride filled with fantastic action and adventure," said Jeph Loeb, Head of Marvel Television. "The spectacular team of writers and animators capture stories with all the dynamic fun you can imagine"

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