Joss Whedon has signed to write and direct “The Avengers 2,” Disney Chairman Bob Iger said Tuesday.
In addition, Whedon will create a “Marvel-based” series for ABC, Iger said during a conference call with analysts. Whedon wrote and slid behind the camera on “The Avengers,” which Iger called a “phenomenal success” during the call.
The adaptation of the Marvel Comics series has grossed nearly $1.5 billion worldwide.
