Here's When You Can Watch Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness At Home
After braving the multiverse, Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) and America Chavez (Xochitl Gomez) are headed somewhere totally new: to Disney+. The latest Marvel film, "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness," is set to hit the streamer in just a few weeks.
Director Sam Raimi's entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe will hit Disney+ on June 22, 2022. The news came via Marvel Studios' official Twitter account, which shared the streaming announcement alongside a poster featuring both Strange and the film's antagonist, Scarlet Witch (Elizabeth Olsen). "Marvel Studios' #DoctorStrange in the Multiverse of Madness streams June 22 on @DisneyPlus," according to the post.
It's a pretty no-nonsense home release announcement, but then again, "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" hasn't been an outright crowdpleaser for the studio. The film has already gained a reputation as one of Marvel's weirder, less classifiable entries. On the one hand, the film has made over $800 million at the global box office, and viewers have lauded Raimi's horror film sensibilities. On the other, the movie has gained its shares of detractors as well, thanks in large part to some unexpected and less-than-convincing writing choices.
Witness the weirdness from the comfort of your couch
As with all Phase IV Marvel stories, "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" picks up post-"Avengers: Endgame," and sees Stephen Strange meet multiverse-hopping teenager America Chavez. After appearing in Strange's dreams, America clues him in to some of the secrets of the multiverse, and the pair end up in an alternate version of Earth, with a bereft Scarlet Witch, influenced by an ancient text called the Darkhold, hot on their heels.
Though Marvel hasn't officially announced a release date for Blu-Ray, 4K, and DVD versions of the film yet, the Disney+ drop will follow the now-typical 45-day window for theatrical releases that several studios have adapted during the pandemic era. However, "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" will actually be the first Marvel comic book film of the year to make it to the streamer, as both December's smash hit "Spider-Man: No Way Home" and the much less beloved living vampire saga "Morbius" have other first-pay streaming deals thanks to their Sony distribution.
June is set to be a major month for Disney+, with the streamer already apparently breaking viewership records with the debut of the "Star Wars" series "Obi-Wan Kenobi." The streamer will also debut its latest Marvel TV show, "Ms. Marvel," on June 8, 2022. The latest series will star Iman Vellani as Avengers fangirl and superpowered teen Kamala Khan.
"Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" will hit Disney+ on June 22, 2022.
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness Blu-ray
In addition to Disney+, you can also check the film out when it arrives on Digital on June 22, 2022, and 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD July 26. Here are the special features included.
Featurettes
- Method to the Madness – Join various crew members and Marvel employees in interviews as they discuss their love of Sam Raimi and all the details of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness that make it quintessentially Raimi.
- Introducing America Chavez – In this short and fun profile piece, we'll learn about America's humble beginnings in the comics. We'll meet Xochitl Gomez and discuss the complications her character's unique power presents for the future of the MCU.
- Constructing the Multiverse – Writing a feature film for Marvel is no easy task. In this playful yet informative featurette, we'll dive into the challenges that writer Michael Waldron faced in creating the twisting and turning story of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
Bloopers
- Gag Reel – Take a look at some of the fun outtakes on set with the cast and crew of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
Deleted Scenes
- A Great Team – A journalist questions Doctor Strange's integrity.
- Pizza Poppa – Bruce is relieved when Doctor Strange's spell ends.
- It's Not Permanent – Bruce tries to accuse Doctor Strange of being an imposter.
Audio Commentary
- View the film with audio commentary by Sam Raimi, Richie Palmer, and Michael Waldron.