The MCU's holiday treat twists heroes into new tales on December 22

The trailer for the new season teases a variety of exciting scenarios, including a hardcore motorhead race world, a secret Avengers team from the 1980s, and a Renaissance-era setting reminiscent of Neil Gaiman's Marvel 1602 series. Fans can also look forward to the return of popular characters like Captain Carter and Strange Supreme, as well as appearances by Thanos and figures from Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. One of the standout features of this season is the introduction of a new superheroine, Kahhori, who discovers the Tesseract in a timeline where it lands in pre-colonial New York State.

Adding to the excitement, Marvel and Disney have announced a unique release schedule for What If...? Season 2, as it will see a new episode drop every day from December 22 through December 30. This approach is akin to unwrapping a new gift each day during the festive season, providing fans with a continuous stream of entertainment over the holidays.

The series is helmed by Bryan Andrews (director/executive producer) and A.C Bradley (head writer/executive producer), with Marvel President Kevin Feige among the executive producers. This leadership ensures that the show remains true to the MCU's vision while exploring its boundless creative potential. The voice cast includes a host of stars reprising their iconic roles, adding authenticity and depth to the alternate realities portrayed.

The second season of What If...? is not only the last Marvel event of the year but also a groundbreaking experiment in releasing formats, indicative of the evolving landscape of digital streaming services. Following What If...?, Marvel's Echo, the MCU's first TV-MA rated show and the forerunner of the Marvel Spotlight banner, is set to adopt a Netflix-style release, further diversifying the viewing experiences available to audiences.

As fans eagerly await the release of What If...? Season 2, they can anticipate a blend of action, humor, and heart, all wrapped in the visually stunning animation that the series is known for. Whether it's the thrilling adventures of new and familiar characters or the unique Christmas episode featuring Happy Hogan in a Die Hard-esque scenario, the series is poised to be a highlight of the holiday season, offering something for every Marvel enthusiast.

What If...? Season 2 is shaping up to be a significant addition to the MCU's expanding multiverse narrative which has definitely seen better days lately. Its combination of innovative storytelling and a festive release strategy, is set to make this holiday season an unforgettable experience for Marvel fans worldwide.

If nothing else, Marvel Studios and Disney are guaranteeing that MCU ends the year on a high note.