Ant-Man and the Wasp

Ant-Man and the Wasp

Year: 2018

Runtime: 118 min

Language: English

Director: Peyton Reed

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After the events of Captain America: Civil War, Scott Lang balances his life as Ant-Man with the challenges of being a father. He joins forces with Hope van Dyne, who suits up as The Wasp, and her father, Dr. Hank Pym, to confront a new threat and explore mysteries from their history. Together, they push the boundaries of their abilities and confront difficult choices about family and heroism.

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1

Janet's Mission

In 1987, Janet Van Dyne, known as the Wasp, courageously shrinks down to disable a Soviet nuclear missile. Unfortunately, she becomes trapped in the perilous sub-atomic quantum realm, separated from her partner Hank Pym.

1987 Soviet base
2

Hank's Loss

Years pass with Hank Pym raising their daughter, Hope, under the belief that Janet has perished in the quantum realm. He is haunted by her absence and determined to find a way to rescue her.

3

Scott Becomes Ant-Man

Scott Lang steps into the role of Ant-Man and discovers an innovative method for entering and escaping the quantum realm. His knowledge ignites hopes in Hank and Hope to retrieve Janet, leading to the construction of a Quantum Tunnel.

4

Training and Romance

As Lang trains with Hope to harness their abilities as Ant-Man and the Wasp, a budding romance between them begins to blossom. They grow closer, united by their shared mission to save Janet.

5

Captain America Incident

Lang's participation in a conflict with Captain America leads to him being placed under two years of house arrest due to the Sokovia Accords. This forces Hank and Hope to distance themselves from him to protect their secretive endeavors.

6

House Arrest Life

During his house arrest, Lang enjoys quality time with his daughter, Cassie, while also receiving support from his friend Luis. Despite his confinement, he remains hopeful about the future.

7

Unexpected Message

After serving two years of house arrest, Lang receives an unexpected message from Janet during a dream sequence. This revelation sparks the urgency for Hank and Hope to establish a stable Quantum Tunnel.

8

Hope's Bold Move

In a daring act, Hope kidnaps Lang to keep their project secret from FBI agent Jimmy Woo. She uses a giant ant disguised with Lang's leg brace to deflect any suspicion, showcasing their commitment to rescue Janet.

9

Meeting Sonny Burch

Hank and Hope attempt to procure a crucial component from the black market dealer Sonny Burch. Tension arises as Burch's greed jeopardizes their plans, escalating into a chaotic confrontation.

Black market location
10

Encounter with Ava Starr

During their mission, they meet Ava Starr, a mysterious woman with a tragic past linked to Hank. She reveals that a failed experiment has left her in a precarious state, and she seeks help in stabilizing her condition.

11

Quest for Janet

Despite Pym's reluctance to assist Ava, they manage to confirm Janet’s location in the quantum realm through a newly stable Quantum Tunnel. They are warned that time is critical as they prepare for the rescue.

12

Authorities Closing In

Luis, Dave, and Kurt accidentally reveal the team's whereabouts to the authorities, leading to Hank and Hope’s arrest. This external pressure adds urgency as they strive to retrieve the lab and continue their mission.

13

Daring Rescue

Utilizing quick thinking, Lang concocts a daring plan to rescue Hank and Hope from custody. This bold move allows them to reclaim the lab's technology needed for Janet's rescue while evading capture.

14

Rescue from the Quantum Realm

Through multiple trials, Pym successfully saves Janet from the quantum realm. In a selfless act, she shares her energy with Ava to offer her temporary stability, demonstrating her strength and compassion.

15

Shocking Twist

As the team resolves to assist Ava further, a shocking incident causes Pym, Hope, and Janet to disintegrate in the quantum realm. This unexpected turn of events sets the stage for new challenges and quests ahead.

Quantum realm

Last Updated: November 16, 2024 at 15:32

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