If you thought "superhero fatigue" was setting in, Hollywood has a message for you: buckle up. 2026 is shaping up to be an ear-shattering year for the genre, with both Marvel and DC lining up their heavy artillery in a battle for box office dominance.

After a relatively quiet 2024 and a rebuilding 2025, the studios are unleashing a barrage of content that will define the next decade of pop culture. From the rebirth of the DC Universe under James Gunn to the climax of Marvel’s latest saga, the stakes have never been higher.

The Heavy Hitters

Kenyan cinema-goers, known for their loyalty to the MCU, have a lot to look forward to. The lineup is a mix of nostalgia and new blood.

• Avengers: Doomsday: The return of Robert Downey Jr.—this time as the villain Doctor Doom—is the cinematic event of the year. Expect packed halls at IMAX Garden City as fans flock to see if the "Godfather of the MCU" can destroy what he helped build.
• Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow: DC’s counter-punch is a sci-fi epic that promises to be distinct from the Superman mythos. It is a test of whether the new DCU can sell B-list heroes to a skeptical audience.
• Daredevil: Born Again (Season 2): On the TV front, the gritty, street-level hero returns. This series has found a massive cult following in Nairobi for its darker, more mature tone compared to the colorful chaos of the movies.

Video Games Join the Fight

It isn't just movies. Marvel’s Wolverine and the new Lego Batman game are set to dominate consoles, ensuring that the superhero war is fought on every screen in the house. 2026 isn't just a year; it is a content avalanche.