Colin Jost Jests About Marvel's Reduced Releases and Ferry Investment on SNL

On the May 12, 2024, episode of Saturday Night Live (SNL), Colin Jost, a cast member and husband of Marvel star Scarlett Johansson, joked about Marvel Studios' reduced yearly releases during the Weekend Update segment. Jost noted that only one Marvel Studios movie, Deadpool & Wolverine, is being released this year, saying: "Which better be a one-time thing because a lot of people rely on Marvel movies to pay for the ferries they bought." This comment revealed his investment in a Staten Island Ferry with former SNL cast member Pete Davidson in 2022.

Jost's joke comes as Marvel Studios has significantly reduced its yearly releases, a departure from its usual prolific output. During an earnings call, Marvel CEO Bob Iger announced that the studio would be cutting back to two series and two or three movies per year. This reduction has received mixed reactions from fans, with some attributing the decision to a decrease in quality and others citing the sheer volume of releases. Disney hopes that this reduction will allow for more investment in individual projects and make them "appointment viewing" again.

Scarlett Johansson, who has played Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), is set to produce an upcoming Marvel project, although progress has been paused due to the WGA writers' strike. In an interview with ComicBook at the Asteroid City press junket last year, Johansson confirmed that the project is still in the works, but on hold until the strike is resolved. The project was in development before the strike and will resume once the strike is resolved.

Jost's investment in the Staten Island Ferry, renamed Titanic 2, has grown into a $34 million venture over the past two years. The project, co-owned with Pete Davidson and another investor, plans to convert the ferry into a live event space featuring hotel rooms, multiple restaurants, and six bars. Jost's humorous comment on SNL was a lighthearted way to poke fun at both Marvel's decision and his own investment in the ferry.

The article also provides context about the current season of SNL, including the upcoming season finale hosted by Jake Gyllenhaal with musical guest Sabrina Carpenter, and the cast members for Season 49. As Marvel fans eagerly await the release of Deadpool & Wolverine and the resumption of Johansson's upcoming project, Jost's comedic take on the situation offers a moment of levity amidst the anticipation.

Key Takeaways

• Colin Jost joked about Marvel's reduced releases on SNL, referencing his investment in a Staten Island Ferry.
• Marvel Studios is cutting back to 2 series and 2-3 movies per year, a departure from its usual output.
• Scarlett Johansson is set to produce an upcoming Marvel project, paused due to the WGA writers' strike.
• Jost's Staten Island Ferry investment, renamed Titanic 2, is a $34 million venture with Pete Davidson.
• Jost's joke poked fun at Marvel's decision and his own investment in the ferry.