There’s no doubt that Marvel is taking a leap of faith with Doctor Strange.
Originally a servant to Baron Mordo (Chiwetel Ejiofor), Marvel seems to have altered Kaecilius’ origin story based on a prequel comic that has already been released, Doctor Strange Prelude #1.
While several other Marvel properties have hinted at magical forces (Ant-Man, Agent Carter, Captain America: The Winter Soldier), Doctor Strange will be the first feature film in which magic is a main focus.
From radioactive spiders and aliens to magic and mysticism, the Marvel Cinematic Universe is leaving no (Infinity) stone unturned.