Jamie Lee Curtis has issued a public apology after calling Marvel films “bad” during an interview at San Diego Comic-Con. The Oscar-winning actress, who was promoting her new movie “Borderlands,” made the comment when asked about Marvel’s current phase, sparking backlash from Marvel fans. Curtis quickly felt the heat and took to Instagram to retract her statement, expressing regret for her words and acknowledging that, as a leader, she should not disparage the work of others. She reached out to Marvel president Kevin Feige to apologize directly and pledged to avoid engaging in negative commentary in the future.
Curtis admitted that her remarks were foolish and emphasized the importance of supporting fellow creators in the entertainment industry. She criticized the competitive and often negative environment of the internet and promotional activities, committing to focus on positive and meaningful conversations instead. Feige, whose films have collectively grossed $30 billion, continues to lead Marvel with successful releases like “Deadpool & Wolverine,” which recently topped the global box office.
This isn’t the first time Curtis has critiqued Marvel. She previously compared her indie film “Everything Everywhere All at Once” favorably against “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,” highlighting her film’s success on a smaller budget. Despite her competitive spirit, Curtis acknowledged the need for mutual respect among artists.
Curtis is set to star in “Borderlands,” playing an autistic scientist, with the film hitting theaters on August 9. She is also working on “Freaky Friday 2” alongside Lindsay Lohan, and has several other projects in the pipeline, including “Ella McCray,” “The Sticky,” and “The Last Showgirl.” As she continues her prolific career, Curtis’s recent apology serves as a reminder of the impact of words and the importance of fostering a supportive creative community.
