Joss Whedon to direct 'Avengers' sequel

Joss Whedon to direct 'Avengers' sequel

Joss Whedon has been hired on again as boss of Iron Man, Thor, Captain America and their other superhero pals for a sequel to "The Avengers." The news came Tuesday from Walt Disney Co. chief executive Robert Iger, who said in 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 Whedon's "The Avengers," the year's biggest hit with nearly $1.5 billion at the worldwide box office.