Big changes are ahead for theAgents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
In short, S.H.I.E.L.D.
When the ABC super series returns, the former S.H.I.E.L.D.
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Whyis there a new director?
WHEDON:When we come back in the season premiere, there have been a lot of changes.
Why hes not director and who the new director is, we will have to discover along the way.
It has to do with S.H.I.E.L.D.
Is there anything you’ve got the option to say about the new director?
WHEDON:Hes definitely got a different managing style.
How he came to become director and what makes him qualified will be one of the mysteries we unspool.
How might the team feel about this new director?
MAURISSA TANCHAROEN:That will be made really clear in the first few episodes.
WHEDON:And Coulson may not be the only one who has a job title change.
How does Coulson feel about being an agent again?
Heavy is the head that wears the crown.
He didnt necessarily like the weight of that crown last year.
Are the motivations of S.H.I.E.L.D.
different now with the rise of inhumans?
WHEDON:We used to keep this internal, but now there is global awareness of enhanced individuals.
The Sokovia Accords have changed the public perception of our people.
What new challenge does that pose for Daisy?
TANCHAROEN:Its definitely on their radar.
Can you talk about her mindset when the show returns?
WHEDON:Lincoln said in his last moments that he believed that she was meant for more than this.
TANCHAROEN:She doesnt have any attachments and she may believe that she has nothing to lose.
It damaged her when she first used it and you have to learn to control it.
What does the Daisy and Coulson dynamic look like this year?
TANCHAROEN:Well, it will definitely be Coulsons priority to try and find her.
But she will have some interaction with Robbie Reyes?
WHEDON:They do interact.
There are now pictures on the internet that prove that they interact.
[Laughs] We can say that there is a similarity between them.
What brings Ghost Rider into this world?
We are staying true to the comics in the places where we feel like its really important.
In terms of fitting him into our world, the MCU has branched out over the years.
Well, were getting into some very, very fancy science.
TANCHAROEN:Our team will definitely be trying to science this guy with the flaming skull.
Also, tonally were moving to 10 oclock.
We think that theres a grittier aspect to our show.
The last reason he fits onto our show is that Marvel said, Do you guys want Ghost Rider?
And we said, Yeah.
With that in mind, are you guys going to tie-in to eitherDoctor StrangeorGuardians of the Galaxy Vol.
WHEDON:Our ties are at times very direct and at times are more thematic.
The tie this year will feel more of a reflection of the movie, less an interweaving plot.
What does Simmons promotion mean for her role on the team?
[Laughs]
What can we expect to see for Fitz?
While Fitzs girlfriend/lab partner has her plate full, he has found a new friend in Dr. Radcliffe.
We like the mentor/mentee vibe between the two of them.
Theyre both very funny.
What can you tease about the introduction of Life Model Decoys this year?
WHEDON:Were slowly rolling out that concept.
[Thats] the first step that we explore before we inevitably get into other things.
TANCHAROEN:Its made very clear inAge of Ultronwhen diving into the world of A.I.
that things may not go as planned, so whether or not we continue that theme you will see.
What role is AIDA playing this season?
WHEDON:The idea initially is the temptation of science.
Thats one of the themes that we will explore with Fitz, Radcliffe, and Simmons.
TANCHAROEN:With Radcliffe specifically, all of his intentions are essentially altruistic.
With the introduction of AIDA, that shifts the progression of his story.
Whether or not it ends up that way, well see.
So well see a more serious side to LMDs before we see two Coulsons in same room, then?
WHEDON:Sure, you’ve got the option to put it that way.
Whats in store for Mack this season?
He doesnt love that.
May is training new S.H.I.E.L.D.
How does she feel about that?
What can you tease about the new villain in season 4?
WHEDON:At the end of the last year, we introduced the Watchdogs.
But they will present and grow into a more formidable threat.
Like the serial killer spirit of vengeance inside him from the comics?
Marvels Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.returns Tuesday at 10 p.m.
