The Best Romantic Comedies To Watch On A First Date

The Best Romantic Comedies To Watch On A First Date

It's date night and what better plan for a date night than romantic comedies? After all, you want things to go as perfectly as possible, particularly given it's not merely any ordinary date night; it's your first date. If things go south, there might not be a second chance. So you need the best romantic comedies that will set the mood. Something that will make you laugh, maybe even cry and hopefully propel a future relationship. Or, at least, a chance at a second date. In short, if you want the perfect date, you need the perfect movie. But what exactly are you gonna watch?

There are so many romantic comedies out there, hundreds of them, honestly. Your selections are vast and plentiful. Yet, you don't want to settle for something average... or worse. You want a darn good romantic comedy film. No, you want a great one.

We're here to help. Here are just a few great romantic movies to watch on your first date. Because we can't guarantee things will work out between you two, but we can assure you that these movies are worth your while. Pop them in — or, more likely, find them on your favorite streaming service — and let the romance sing. Thank us later.

Silver Linings Playbook

David O. Russell's exhilarating, enrapturing romantic dramedy Silver Linings Playbook is one of the few recent rom-coms that made its way into critics' top ten lists and heavy Oscar consideration. As well it should, too. The romantic comedy, which made Bradley Cooper a dramatic heavyweight and earned Jennifer Lawrence her first (and, to date, only) Oscar, is a firecracker of a movie. How the sparks do fly! Centered around former teacher Pat (Cooper), who has just been released from a mental institution after an incident, is living with his parents and trying to reconnect with his ex-wife. That presents several challenges, of course. And a few more come into play when Pat meets Tiffany (Lawrence), who begins to change Pat's perspective on life.

Somewhat loosely based on the Matthew Quick's debut novel of the same name, which is also well worth a read if you find the time, Silver Linings Playbook is a film that deals with the difficulties of life in a high-turmoil fashion that relates to the character's point of view. Through the excellent performances, wonderfully grounded character work and the magnificent direction of David O. Russell, it results in a  captivating and stimulating romantic comedy that you certainly don't want to miss. Here's your silver lining indeed.

Before Sunrise

In Richard Linklater's delightfully quaint Before Sunrise, Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy find themselves in a meet-cute that lasts throughout the entirety of the film's length. As two young starry-eyed dreamers traveling through Europe with big ideas in mind for their future and idealism in their hearts, they begin to form a casual friendship that is explosively charismatic to everyone but them. As they walk and talk through their European destination, however, it even becomes apparent to them that love is in bloom.

Few movies capture the wondrous feeling of falling in love quite as honestly and realistically as Before Sunrise. Through the magnetic chemistry of our leads, the fantastically thoughtful dialogue they're give and the casual confidence of the director-screenwriter Richard Linklater, Before Sunrise has gone one to be one of the most beloved romantic comedies of the '90s, and it spawned a trilogy of films reconnecting these two characters every nine or ten years. In fact, this series has aged like fine wine. You can save those two for future date nights, however. They're well worth it.

When Harry Met Sally...

Particularly for folks who like their romantic comedies a little more mature and lovelorn, When Harry Met Sally... is a golden ticket for any date night. The film centers around two characters who begin to fall in love with each other throughout 12 years of casual encounters, and it's the type of rom-com that doesn't like to play by expected rules. It uses witty banter from the late, great screenwriter Nora Ephron to not only spice things up but to give the film its emotional heft, and it relies on the evolving-yet-also-instantaneous chemistry between Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan to make this one of the best romantic comedies for a date night.

In my opinion, at least, director Rob Reiner has typically (or, at least, often) been at his best inside the romantic comedy genre (as I'll explain in more detail later). And When Harry Met Sally... remains one of his best movies. More than that, it's one of the best romantic comedies of the 20th century, producing a number of timeless quotes and winning romance to make any date night the perfect occasion to be introduced to this beloved cinematic couple. Feel free to meet these characters yourself when you bring them into your next date night.

The Princess Bride

You can never go wrong with another of Rob Reiner's classics, The Princess Bride. It's a fantasy film that has been quoted more times than the Bible — at least by some pop culture aficionados — and it certainly has a warm place in many people's hearts. There's a good reason this romantic comedy has resonated. It's a film that doesn't fit into any neat boxes, and it's a film that can be enjoyed by audiences of all ages and fans of nearly all genres. It's got action, comedy, drama and swashbuckling extravaganzas in addition to the romance, but it is first-and-foremost a love story. And a very sweeping one at that.

Robin Wright and Cary Elwes share fantastic chemistry together in this love story fable, sharing a delicate-yet-adventurous romance that is easy to enjoy and even easier to be swept by. The work of a filmmaker on a Hollywood hot streak and the type of cinematic fable that unfortunately only comes one in a generation, if that, The Princess Bride is certainly one that's easy to enjoy with your date, whether it's your first or 400th. That's far from inconceivable.

Roman Holiday

It's hard to go wrong with Audrey Hepburn. The actress has appeared in no shortage of classic titles, including Breakfast at Tiffany's, Sabrina, Funny Face, My Fair Lady, Charade and Best Picture winner, The Apartment, to only name a few. But when it comes to her early days of cinema, you would be hard-pressed to find many cinematic romances better than the one Hepburn shared with Gregory Peck in 1953's Roman Holiday.

The romantic comedy that paved the way for many more after it, this trendsetter of a romantic comedy has everything: laughs, drama, European backdrops and more. It's a lovely, gorgeous little movie, and the romance between the two leads is downright infectious. (Obviously, quite charming too.) Ultimately, when it comes to Roman Holiday, Aubrey Hepburn may quickly help you to fall in love with the idea of your own holiday away.

Love, Simon

In Greg Berlanti's tender, affectionate LGBTQ teen drama, Love, Simon, Nick Robinson plays the title character, a teenager who keeps his homosexuality identity a secret from his friends and family. Based on the YA novel Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli, the film paints a well-realized protagonist who is gradually learning to accept himself and be true to himself. Particularly as he forms a pen pal e-mail correspondence with another closeted gay man in his class known only to Simon as "Blue."

A compassionate and caring movie that provides as many laughs as it does sweeping drama moments, it's a film that allows you to go through several different feelings all throughout the course of nearly two hours. Particularly as the central romance comes into fruition towards the film's final moments. While this movie might work best for younger audiences, Love, Simon should win over hearts of all ages.

The Big Sick

Real-life couple Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon turned their turbulent off-screen romance into a romantic comedy for the ages in The Big Sick. Directed by Michael Showalter and written by Nanjiani and Gordon, the film stars Nanjiani as a fictionalized version of himself, while Zoe Kazan plays Emily. As the story unfolds, struggling comedian Kumail and graduate student Emily meet cute over the course of several weeks, only to be met with a strain in their relationship when Emily contracts a mysterious illness which puts her in a coma and her life potentially on the line.

Since the writers of the film have gone on to make the film a reality, we know that it's going to work out for them throughout the course of the film. Nevertheless, as Kumail interacts with Emily's parents, played wonderfully by Holly Hunter and Ray Romano, and the comedian begins to find himself in spite of his family expectations, you find yourself with a beautifully realized, gorgeously human tale of life, romance and identity that plays a lot of the expected romantic comedy beats while still finding a new way to make it all feel real. The result is one of the best romantic comedies of the '10s.

Of course, these are only a few options made available to you. There are several other selections to be found, and there's always a chance that these movies won't float your boat. Because hey, not every movie will work for everyone. Nevertheless, if you are in a pinch and you want a date movie that will (hopefully) set the night off on a right note, you can certainly do worse than the movies listed here. Here's hoping it works out!

Zoe Saldana Is 'Proud' Of James Gunn And Disney For Guardians Of The Galaxy 3 Rehire

Zoe Saldana Is 'Proud' Of James Gunn And Disney For Guardians Of The Galaxy 3 Rehire

The Guardians of the Galaxy family is back together and Zoe Saldana (Gamora) is thrilled -- she also has no hard feelings against Disney for the James Gunn situation. Not that she would share them publicly if she did, since Disney is now the Avatar star's employer on multiple fronts.

Disney rehired James Gunn as director of Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, after the infamous firing back in July. While promoting her new movie Missing Link, Zoe Saldana shared love for Gunn and gratitude to Disney for the final result. Here's what she told ET:

I'm proud of him. I'm happy that he's coming back. I'm so proud of Disney, actually, that all the leaders right now behind that big corporation decided to lead by example, and spreading the word and the message of redemption is important.

James Gunn had been fired as writer/director of the movie back in July, after old offensive tweets resurfaced. Later in the same month, Zoe Saldana and fellow Guardians of the Galaxy cast members posted a statement showing their support for Gunn:

In August, there were reports that Disney would not rehire James Gunn. There was speculation about what would happen next for the film, and if Disney/Marvel would hire someone new. But no. It turns out, no one else was even considered. (Sorry, Taika Waititi.)

About two weeks ago, it was announced that Disney had rehired James Gunn, and that the decision had actually been made months ago. The announcement came after Gunn had already signed on to make DC's The Suicide Squad and that movie is still happening, and Gunn plans to work on it first, before Guardians.

James Gunn thanked everyone for their support after he was rehired, since it came as a pleasant surprise to many fans, as well as MCU stars like Zoe Saldana.

It's not clear when Guardians 3 might hit the big screen at this point, but we have some ideas. Meanwhile, it still needs to be explained how we might see Gamora again -- not to mention Star-Lord, Groot, Drax, and others snapped by Thanos in the Avengers: Infinity War Decimation. Right now, Rocket Raccoon and Nebula seem to be the last Guardians standing. But Avengers: Endgame may change all of that.

Zoe Saldana's new animated movie Missing Link opens in theaters on April 12. Saldana is also part of the multiple Avatar sequels in the works. Avengers: Endgame arrives April 26. Guardians 3, like a wizard in Lord of the Rings, will arrive precisely when it means to. Keep up with everything coming to the big screen with our 2019 movie release date schedule.

Sonic The Hedgehog Movie Has Been Pushed Back After Backlash

Sonic The Hedgehog Movie Has Been Pushed Back After Backlash

With a less than perfect start to its movie marketing game, Paramount’s Sonic The Hedgehog found itself sparking an outcry from fans of the beloved Sega mascot to redesign the film version of the character. Oddly enough, it worked, as director Jeff Fowler soon promised the fans afterwards that a reworking of the character was on its way.

Though now we've learned that promise has bumped Sonic The Hedgehog to a new release date, in order to facilitate that revision of Sonic’s silver screen appearance. This announcement came today, in the following form:

Jeff Fowler was once again the herald of news pertaining to the movement of Sonic The Hedgehog’s progress, and this delay was basically the other shoe dropping on his previous announcement. With only a handful of months to scrap and redesign the Ben Schwartz-voiced chili dog aficionado, the new concern of the day was that getting Sonic into fighting shape for a November release date was going to cause a lot of overtime for VFX artists, and in turn a lot of pain.

Thankfully, the February 14, 2020 release date is definitely a step in the right direction, as there’s obviously a ton of work ahead. Not only will the film co-starring James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, and Jim Carrey as the villainous Dr. Robotnik have to work on fashioning a new image for Sonic, they’ll also have to insert that vision into Sonic The Hedgehog’s entire finished product.

Looking at the box office calendar, February 2020 is going to be more competitive than usual though. With Birds of Prey and Peter Rabbit 2 opening a week before Sonic The Hedgehog, and the Kingsman prequel, The Great Game, opening on the same day, the video game adaptation will now face stiffer competition than it would have in its November 2019 release slot.

So it wouldn’t be a total surprise to hear that additional reshoots and/or another release bump, past the one announced today on Twitter, might be in the works for Sonic The Hedgehog, especially with additional work coming into play in order to boost the film’s chances of box office success.

For those curious about how that first trailer looked, or for those readers that are just in the mood to re-watch the first look at Sonic The Hedgehog, you can look that very trailer for yourself:

Who knows how long it will take to get our next look at the evolution of Sonic The Hedgehog? At this point, we’ll probably see an unveiling during the summer, with a new trailer done by the time fall starts to cool the summer winds. It’ll be worth it if it means that the VFX team behind Sonic’s big debut can work at a pace that isn’t breakneck, but still accelerated, in the name of progress.

Sonic The Hedgehog will now open on February 14, 2020. Which means there’s plenty of time for you to research your remaining options at the box office this November, through using our 2019 release schedule.

Is Poms' Box Office Failure Tied To Yikes Reviews?

Is Poms' Box Office Failure Tied To Yikes Reviews?

If the box office is perfectly balanced, as all things should be, that means that while Avengers: Endgame is breaking records, something else has to be failing spectacularly, and that something is the comedy Poms. The story of a group of women who start a cheerleading squad at their retirement community is the worst box office flop of the year so far for a film with a wide release on over 2,700 screens.

Poms debuted in 6th place, earning just $5.3 million against a $10 million budget over Mother’s Day weekend. Whenever a movie fails like this, it is worth doing a post-mortem and asking what happened. One of the first things worth wondering about are the yikes reviews Poms received, which certainly didn’t do it any favors. CinemaBlend’s own Eric Eisenberg highlighted the film’s lack of originality in his review, saying:

There is hardly a single underdog sports movie cliché that isn’t employed at some point, and it’s difficult to feel entirely engaged with the story when you know exactly how every single scene is going to begin and end.

Yikes indeed. Audiences need to be sold to spend their hard-earned money to come to the theater, and when the reviews warn of a cliché-ridden film that people have the impression they’ve seen before 1000 times, there is no incentive to go see it.

But maybe you’re okay with a clichéd and simple story, and you just want to laugh and have a good time. Sadly, Poms comes up short in that regard, according to the Associated Press’s Lindsey Bahr, who in her review said:

It’s fine to make a film that’s just supposed to make an audience smile but this film doesn’t even get close to that level of joy.

You can definitely see how potential audiences who read that review might have been reticent to spend money to see a movie where even the hope of cracking a smile is in doubt. And if a comedy can’t make you laugh, that’s a problem and that is definitely the case here according to IndieWire’s Jude Dry, who gave the film a “D” and said:

Poms is the first narrative feature from documentarian Zara Hayes, who wrote the script with Shane Atkinson, making his feature debut. Neither have much background in comedy, and it shows.

One of the theoretical selling points of Poms is its cast of legendary actresses, including Diane Keaton, Jacki Weaver, Celia Weston, Rhea Perlman and Pam Grier. However, a common thread among the reviews for the film was lament that the actresses aren’t given quality roles in a well-written film to work with. In her review, The Hollywood Reporter’s Beandrea July said:

Poms is equal parts boring and infuriating, especially when you consider the actresses made to perform caricatures of old age.

By many accounts, Poms doesn’t treat its elderly characters with much respect, which is made even more galling considering the pure talent involved. That lends a sad quality to the film that may have turned off audiences. The Guardian’s Benjamin Lee, gave Poms 1 star out of 5, and if you read his review, you probably wouldn’t spend your money to see the movie either. He said:

It’s easy to praise the mere existence of Poms as a rare wide-releasing comedy populated by women over the age of 70 but rather than feeling inspired, I left the cinema feeling depressed… The women in Poms deserve better and so do we.

‘I left feeling depressed’ is not the blurb you want for an ostensibly feel-good Mother’s Day movie. And while it might be great that this movie got made and received a wide release, general audiences aren’t in the business of voting with their dollar at the box office to advance the cause of older actresses in the industry.

Poms currently has a 32% on Rotten Tomatoes, meaning that the reviews weren’t all bad, and opening night audiences gave the film a “B+” CinemaScore, indicating those who saw it generally liked it. So is Poms' box office failure tied to the bad reviews?

It’s tough to say, but the reviews certainly couldn’t have helped. It’s difficult to know how much reviews truly influence audience’s moviegoing decisions. Plenty of horribly reviewed blockbusters make bank at the box office and countless critically acclaimed smaller films struggle to scrape together a few pennies.

I tend to think that reviews only influence audiences to an extent and that most people make up their minds before they see the reviews. It’s only when the consensus is drastically in one direction or the other that their choice can change. I also don’t know what the level or quality of the marketing across the country was for Poms.

If Poms was beloved and the reviews helped spur great word of mouth, maybe it wouldn’t have flopped in this way, but it was probably never going to really deliver. These kinds of smaller movies, rightly or wrongly, are a dying breed as blockbusters dominate the theatrical calendar. Counter-programming can be successful, and perhaps that, as well as coinciding with the Mother’s Day holiday was the strategy, but everything, including reviews, has to click, and that wasn’t the case here.

I can’t help but feel like in the current marketplace, Poms was far better suited to be released on a streaming service like Netflix. Perhaps when it arrives on a streaming service down the line, it will get a second life.

Check out our 2019 Release Schedule to see everything headed to theater this summer and stay tuned to CinemaBlend for all the latest box office news.

Looks Like Disney Is Pulling Back On Fox Projects After Merger

Looks Like Disney Is Pulling Back On Fox Projects After Merger

We knew that once Disney took full ownership of Fox, things would change, but until it actually happened, we had no idea what that change would really look like.Yesterday, on the Walt Disney Company's quarterly earning call, CEO Bob Iger spoke a lot about Fox, as this was the first call since the merger was complete.

One of the things Iger said on the call was that he expected Fox to produce five to six films a year once the current slate of inherited movies is complete, which, if true, would be about half the number of movies the studio had been producing in recent years.

20th century Fox released 12 movies in 2018 and 14 in 2017, and that doesn't include Fox Searchlight and the other divisions of the company that Disney now owns. Clearly the new Fox is planned to be a much leaner and meaner company.

This isn't all that surprising. 20th Century Fox was a full production studio like Disney, and now its owned by Disney. For Fox to continue to output 12 movies a year would mean doubling the total output of Disney as a whole.

Disney only released 10 movies in 2018 and released all of 8 films in 2017. However, it led the box office both of those years. The Disney focus has clearly been about making fewer films that bring in more money and this strategy is sure to be used when approaching Fox movies. Maybe they'll only make six movies, but if the studio can bring in the same amount of money with fewer films, so much the better for the bottom line.

There are a couple of potential caveats to this. First off, while Iger says five or six movies is likely, he's leaving the door open for more, saying...

I'm guessing that it'll be somewhere in the neighborhood of 5 or 6 films a year. But we're not locking ourselves into that, from that end.

The other thing to keep in mind is Disney+. Bob Iger also said during the call that projects from the Fox library that would be unlikely to see movies released theatrically would probably end up on the forthcoming streaming service. It seems that some of Fox's resources will be focused on Disney+, so while we might see fewer theatrical films from Fox we could see several online.

Clearly, Fox will not be the studio it once was again. It will be yet another label underneath the Walt Disney Company, and so, like Pixar or Marvel Studios, it will be working on a limited number of projects at any one time.

This isn't unexpected but it is upsetting. One of the unfortunate side effects of the purchase, in addition to there simply being fewer big studios, is that now there will likely be fewer theatrical releases overall. That just not a positive thing if you're a fan of movies or the industry as a whole.

For has seven projects planned for 2019 and nine set for 2020. After that, the only confirmed films are the animated Nimona and the multiple sequels to Avatar.

The Russo Brothers Share Set Photo From Stan Lee’s Final Cameo

The Russo Brothers Share Set Photo From Stan Lee’s Final Cameo

Spoilers ahead for Avengers: Endgame

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is in a fascinating place, as 21 movies collided with The Russo Brothers' Avengers: Endgame. The massive blockbuster was deeply connected to the MCU's past, and contained a ton of surprise cameos and long awaited moments. And aside from the narrative implications of Endgame, the latest Marvel release also contains its final cameo from comic book legend Stan Lee.

Stan Lee died in November of 2018, and it was a loss felt by generations of comic book fans. Lee's creations are currently dominating the movie landscape, and it's doubly sad that he didn't get to see Endgame in full. Now that spoiler ban on Avengers: Endgame has officially been lifted, The Russo Brothers shared a behind the scene glimpse at Lee's final appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Check it out.

As always, Stan Lee looks pleased to be back on set. The comic visionary thoroughly enjoyed his various onscreen appearances, totaling in 22 roles in the MCU. And that doesn't even include the Spider-Man and X-Men franchises.

Stan Lee pops up in Avengers: Endgame during the blockbuster's second act. During the masterfully crafted time heist, Iron Man and Captain America travel to the year 1970. As the S.H.I.E.L.D. location is shown to the audience, we also see a vintage car driving with the license plate "excelsior". That ride is being driven by none other than Lee himself, who encourages the agency to make love and not war.

While not quite as emotional as his role in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Stan Lee is quickly able to steal the scene, and make the audience laugh. Given how high the stakes of Avengers: Endgame are, moments of levity are sorely needed, and help to buoy the movie's complicated narrative. And Lee's message of love is all the more powerful in the wake of his death.

It's hard to imagine the Marvel Cinematic Universe without Stan Lee's presence, as his creativity and excitement over the genre flow through the franchise's blood. Lee passed shortly away before Captain Marvel arrived in theaters, with his cameo in that movie being super self-aware. Additionally, screenings of Captain Marvel opened with a tribute to Stan Lee, which was particularly touching.

Stan Lee has obviously had a ton of Marvel cameos, and he wasn't shy about sharing his excitement for each new one. Lee loved getting some screen time, listing his role in Avengers: Age of Ultron as his favorite before his passing. His reasoning? Because it was the most lines, as he had two smaller scenes instead of one.

When discussing his Age of Ultron role, Stan Lee previously made his feelings known, saying:

Well, I think the cameo that's my favorite is the one I did [with] Thor. I'm standing in a bar with him and he's drinking this Asgardian drink, which is very powerful, and I ask for a sip and he says, 'No, it would kill you,' and I insist. And he gives me a sip and then in the next scene, they're carrying me out. Now you're saying to yourself, 'Why is this Stan's favorite cameo?' and you haven't thought of the real reason. It's the only one I did that has two scenes. So I'm hoping it does well. Next time, they'll give me three scenes. You never know where it'll end.

Stan Lee truly never disappointed the Marvel fandom, constantly showing his enthusiasm for the shared universe, as well as life on the page. This excitement obviously bled over to his onscreen roles, with the comic book visionary hoping to get even more screen time. But Age of Ultron remains his biggest role, unless you count the myriad hidden Stan Lees in Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse.

As a reminder, you can check out Stan Lee's Avengers: Age of Ultron cameo below. below.

Remember folks: when Thor offers you a drink, you might want to be careful. The God of Thunder has a far stronger tolerance for intoxication than we mere mortals.

Looking back on this Age of Ultron scene is quite different after seeing Avengers: Endgame, and for a multitude of reasons. To start, it seems to tease Thor's eventual problem with alcohol after the five year time jump. Thor sunk into a deep depression after Thanos' snap, and he relied heavily on beer and Fortnite to get him through.

Additionally, the rest of the party scene includes Captain America attempting to lift Thor's hammer. While he seemingly failed, Endgame revealed Steve Rogers was worthy all along. He was just sparing his friend's feelings.

Stan Lee's role(s) in the Marvel Cinematic Universe took an interesting turn during Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. Lee was shown in space, speaking with cosmic characters The Watchers. In the brief scene, Stan Lee made reference to multiple past cameos, not so subtly implying that he's actually been playing one character the whole time. Unfortunately, it looks like that plot point will likely not reach its fruition, as Lee died before he could record an appearance in the upcoming Guardians threequel.

Then again, James Gunn has been known to take creative risks, so it's doesn't seem out of the question that Stan Lee's Guardians 2 role and/or The Watchers. Gunn meticulously crafted the first two installments, and no doubt has a master plan for Vol. 3. So Lee might end up getting at least a reference in final addition to the Guardians trilogy.

It should be interesting to see how Marvel Studios continues to honor Stan Lee, as he'll no longer be able to film new appearances. But given the MCU's connection to the legendary icon, it wouldn't be surprising if Kevin Feige and company are finding a new way to pay tribute. The shared universe will need to continue strong not only without Stan Lee, but also its stars in the form of Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr.

Avengers: Endgame is in theaters now, including Stan Lee's final Marvel cameo. Be sure to check out our 2019 release list to plan your next trip to the movies.

The Avengers: Endgame Premiere Didn’t Reveal If There Will Be A Post-Credits Scene

The Avengers: Endgame Premiere Didn’t Reveal If There Will Be A Post-Credits Scene

The Marvel Cinematic Universe changed the game for film franchises, most memorably with the standard inclusion of post credits scenes that would set up a future installment once the action of the current film had ended. So naturally, with the clock ticking down towards the release of Avengers: Endgame this weekend, there’s a pretty big question looming in the air: will there be an ending tag for the end of the Infinity Saga? The answer, at the moment, is, maybe?

We say this because after last night’s big Hollywood premiere of Avengers: Endgame, the credits were actually cut off. Instead of running those customary names of people that worked on the film, and their respective roles, the cast and directors went up to the stage of the Los Angeles Convention Center and delivered some heartfelt speeches.

Admittedly, that’s not the answer that fans want to hear involving whether or not Avengers: Endgame ties up its 11 year journey of learning and betterment of oneself will have that last surprise. However, it’s not the first time that this sort of strategy was used.

In fact, going back as far as The Avengers in 2012, that film was shown at its very premiere without a post credits stinger. This left the audience, already primed to expect one or two extra moments, with the very same question we are asking today. So while no footage has been seen of any sort of coda to Avengers: Endgame, we’re totally thinking that it’s going to be in there. It’s just behind a Marvel Studios secrecy wall that we haven’t seen past yet.

CinemaBlend’s own Eric Eisenberg was at the Hollywood premiere of Avengers: Endgame last night, on hand to take in the splendor himself for the film’s big night. Not only can he confirm that there was no post-credits scene, but he also gave the following reaction to the film on Twitter:

As for what to expect in this hypothetical, but still possibly absent, post credits scene to Avengers: Endgame? Well, there’s a lot of ways it could go. We could see Peter Parker’s first words after being restored to life in time to have his adventure in Phase 3’s big finale, Spider-Man: Far From Home. Or, there might be some tease as to where Captain Marvel may go next in her adventures.

Perhaps Kevin Feige had someone shoot a Shang Chi teaser with their iPhone and a special lens, with that footage being tweaked in the editing bay as we speak. The big point is, we don’t know. But that’s part of the fun with going to see a Marvel Cinematic Universe film on opening weekend, as when any story’s door closes it tends to open the window to the future. We don’t have long to wait, as Avengers: Endgame lands on our collective cinematic doorstep on Thursday night. So there’s still time for you get a couple of the vital films to watch before heading out into your schedule.