Marvel Studios has released its first in-house documentary episode from the popular Assembled series on YouTube for free. This is a significant shift in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s (MCU) content strategy, as it’s the first time fans can access this type of documentary without a Disney+ subscription.
The Assembled series, a behind-the-scenes look into the making of MCU shows and films, has been exclusively available on Disney+ until now. Marvel is offering the Assembled episode for WandaVision, one of its most beloved Disney+ series, at no cost on YouTube.
Marvel Studios’ Assembled
Marvel Studios has been expanding its content offerings with innovative storytelling on Disney+, and the Assembled series has been a crucial part of that journey.
Each episode of Assembled typically airs after the release of a new MCU project and features interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and an in-depth look at the creative processes behind some of the most successful superhero stories.
WandaVision, released in 2021, was the MCU’s first series on Disney+, and it took fans on a unique ride through various TV sitcom styles while diving deep into the emotional journey of Wanda Maximoff, aka the Scarlet Witch.
This documentary episode of Assembled provides an hour-long journey through the making of WandaVision, showing the hard work, creativity, and passion that went into developing the series.
Marvel’s decision to release this episode on YouTube allows a wider audience to enjoy the magic of WandaVision without being tied to the Disney+ platform.
You can watch the full Assembled episode for WandaVision on YouTube right now.
Marvel’s Move to YouTube: What’s Next?
While this marks the first time an Assembled episode has been released outside Disney+, it’s not the first time Marvel Studios has experimented with putting content on YouTube.
In February 2023, the studio uploaded several episodes of Marvel Legends on YouTube ahead of the release of Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania. Marvel Legends is another series that highlights specific MCU characters and their storylines in preparation for new film or TV show releases.
Marvel Studios has 27 documentaries available on Disney+ right now, including 21 episodes from the Assembled series. These documentaries provide fans with a chance to go behind the camera and see what goes into bringing these superhero stories to life.
Other notable documentaries available on Disney+ include a tribute to Stan Lee, the legendary Marvel icon, and a documentary about the music in the Black Panther franchise.
While it’s hard to predict which documentary Marvel will release next on YouTube, it’s possible that earlier Disney+ shows like The Falcon and the Winter Soldier and Loki could make their way to YouTube.
Both shows have already captured many audiences worldwide, and making their behind-the-scenes documentaries available for free could boost Marvel’s outreach even further.
Marvel’s Future Content Strategies
Marvel Studios has always been at the forefront of entertainment innovation, and releasing content on YouTube is another example of how the MCU continues to evolve.
With the franchise expanding into Phases 5 and 6, which include projects like Deadpool 3 and Fantastic Four, the possibility of more documentaries being made freely available seems likely.
For now, Marvel fans can explore the world of WandaVision by watching the Assembled episode on YouTube and reliving the moments that made it one of the MCU’s most unique series.
