Whedon suits up to write, direct 'Avengers' sequel
AP
The news came Tuesday from Walt Disney Co. Chief Executive Officer Robert Iger, who said during a company earnings call that the filmmaker is returning to write and direct the sequel adapted from the Marvel Comics tales.
Iger also said Whedon is helping to develop a Marvel-based TV series for ABC.
Marvel is a Disney subsidiary.
No details were provided on a start of production or release date for the sequel to 'The Avengers', the year's biggest hit with nearly $1.5 billion at the worldwide box office.
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