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Q: It is a fictional universe that is the setting of several superhero movies and TV shows made by Marvel Studios , based on characters by Marvel Comics .
A: 
The Marvel Cinematic Universe ( MCU ) is an American media franchise and shared universe centered on a series of superhero films , independently produced by Marvel Studios and based on characters that appear in American comic books published by Marvel Comics .