An exclusive visual history of the creation of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, featuring original interviews, concept art, and behind-the-scenes photos from the studio's first decade

The Story of Marvel Studios: The Making of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is the first book to give fans an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, from the release of Iron Man (2008) through Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019). A lavish two-volume set, the book reveals the production history of Marvel's first 23 theatrical films (Phases I, II, III, and IV) through exclusive interviews and never-before-seen on-set photography. Along the way, it tells the story of how a comic book company's film production arm came to create an interconnected universe of storytelling-and how it became one of the most beloved and successful movie studios in Hollywood in the process.

Featuring archival materials, concept art, film stills, memorabilia from cast and crew, and rare promotional art, these volumes will take fans on a journey through Marvel Studios' creative challenges, breakthroughs, and successes of the past decade. These visuals are joined by exclusive interviews with key producers, studio heads, and core cast members such as Kevin Feige, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Samuel L. Jackson, Chris Evans, and more. The Story of Marvel Studios: The Making of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is will be an essential collectible and keepsake for fans-a tribute to and chronicle of how the Marvel Cinematic Universe was brought to life.

About the Author

Tara Bennett is a New York Times bestselling author and entertainment journalist. She has written more than 20 official movie and television companion books, including The Making of Outlander, The Art of Ice Age, and Sons of Anarchy: The Official Collector's Edition. Paul Terry is a bestselling author and award-winning music artist. Together with Bennett, he has coauthored Fringe: September's Notebook (an Amazon Best Book of 2013), Lost Encyclopedia, The Official Making of Big Trouble in Little China, Once Upon a Time: Behind the Magic, and more. They live in Los Angeles, California.

Reviews
"Tailor-made for wide-eyed kids of today-and even some of their parents." * Wall Street Journal *
"For the Marvel super-fan who can't get enough of every aspect of the MCU." * The Hollywood Reporter *
Packed with photos, interviews, and production history for each film, this is the definitive gift for the MCU diehard. * The Nerdist *
"A beautifully crafted and highly informative insider look at the first three phases of the MCU." * SYFY *
"Bennett and Terry talk to the [MCU] creators and explore what it all took to realize Marvel's grand vision." * Gizmodo/io9 *
"A serious purchase for serious Marvel fans." * Empire *
"A marvelously detailed account of how Kevin Feige and company brought the world of Marvel Comics to the big screen." * CBR *
"This massive set it is filled to the brim with never-before-heard stories, straight from the creatives who made it happen." * WinterisComing.net *
"A meticulous chronicle of the passion and struggles behind the MCU." * SlashFilm *
"A winning and fascinating look at a story that has rewritten moviemaking." * Forces of Geek *
"The story is fascinating... It's a book that you will find yourself going back to time and time again." * Basement of the Bizarre *
"The narrative is compelling... Any Marvel fan would be thrilled to have this in their collection." * Disney Nerds *
"A real feast for Marvel fans." * TV Digital *
"A must have." * Total Film *



Book Information
ISBN 9781419732447
Author Tara Bennett
Page Count 512
Imprint Abrams
Publisher Abrams