Marvel Rising: Battle of the Bands is a 22-minute animated special that premiered on August 28, 2019, on the Disney Channel and Disney XD. The movie is a part of the Marvel Rising franchise and serves as a continuation of the story arcs established in earlier specials and webisodes.
The story revolves around Gwen Stacy aka Ghost-Spider, who is preparing to compete in a Battle of the Bands competition. However, on the day of the competition, strange attacks start happening all over the city, prompting Gwen and her fellow Secret Warriors to investigate.
Along the way, the team encounters familiar villains such as Sheath and Exile, as well as new threats like Screaming Mimi and the Screamster. As they race against time to stop these villains and save the city, the team must also help Gwen get to the concert venue on time.
The movie features a diverse cast of Marvel characters, including Spider-Man, Squirrel Girl, America Chavez, Patriot, Inferno, Quake, and Ms. Marvel, as well as new characters like the villainous band, the Daughters of the Dragon. The movie also features original music and performances from popular artists like Dove Cameron, Navia Robinson, and Sofia Wylie.
Overall, Marvel Rising: Battle of the Bands is a fun and action-packed adventure that showcases the talents of some of Marvel's most popular characters.