It’s wild to think about how unstoppable Marvel once felt. Back in the days of Iron Man (2008) and The Avengers (2012), the Marvel Cinematic Universe was something fans could count on—tight stories, clear stakes, and a connected universe that actually made sense.But lately? That excitement has started to fade. The thrill that came with each new entry has been replaced by confusion, indifference, or even frustration. Fans aren’t showing up like they used to, and it’s not hard to see why.What Went Wrong?A few things, honestly. Marvel’s been accused of focusing too much on checking boxes instead of telling great stories. There’s been a noticeable shift toward inserting “woke” messaging into every corner of the universe, often at the expense of character development or plot.Add in chaotic timelines, too many new characters introduced all at once, and a sense that none of it really connects—suddenly, the MCU doesn’t feel like one universe anymore. It feels like a dozen side quests no one asked for.Credit: Marvel StudiosA String of DisappointmentsWe’ve seen the fallout on screens big and small. Movies like The Marvels (2023), Eternals (2021), and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023) struggled to leave any real impact—financially or emotionally. Even shows that had potential, like Secret Invasion and Ms. Marvel, failed to hook audiences or generate meaningful conversation online.With so much content being produced, it started to feel more like a chore to keep up than something fans were genuinely excited about or looked forward to each week.Credit: Marvel StudiosThe Disney+ Overload: Too Much of a Good Thing?Since 2021, Marvel has released a steady stream of Disney+ shows, including:WandaVisionThe Falcon and the Winter SoldierLokiHawkeyeMoon KnightMs. MarvelShe-Hulk: Attorney at LawSecret InvasionEchoAgatha All AlongDaredevil: Born AgainIronheartThat’s 12 shows! While a few of these started strong, the overall response has been mixed. Fans say the shows often feel disconnected or incomplete, and the overwhelming release schedule hasn’t helped.That brings us to Kevin Feige, the man steering the Marvel ship, who’s now admitting the studio may have pushed too much, too fast.Credit: Marvel StudiosMarvel Speaks UpMarvel Studios head Kevin Feige recently addressed this shift—and to his credit, he didn’t shy away from the truth. In a candid interview, Feige admitted that Marvel bit off more than it could chew, especially with all the Disney+ shows flooding the schedule. He acknowledged that fans and the MCU itself were overwhelmed by the sheer volume of released content.Simply put, it was too much, too fast.So now, Marvel is pulling back. Feige confirmed that the number of Disney+ series will dramatically reduce going forward. Instead of trying to tell major stories across streaming and theaters simultaneously, the studio is going to get back to focusing on the big screen—where the MCU first found its footing.Credit: Marvel StudiosA Return to the CoreMarvel plans to cap its Disney+ output at around two live-action series annually. The idea is to slow things down, give projects more breathing room, and ensure each has a real purpose within the broader MCU. It’s a step toward rebuilding trust with longtime fans who felt lost in the noise.By turning the focus back to theatrical releases—like the upcoming Fantastic Four and next Avengers installments—Feige hopes to reignite the same momentum that made the MCU a global force to begin with.There’s still hope for the MCU to bounce back. If they can recapture the heart and clarity of those early phases, Marvel fans might finally have something to get excited about again.The post Disney Admits It Ruined the MCU With These Decisions appeared first on Inside the Magic.