As a long-time Marvel fan and someone who has followed the development of the MCU closely over the years, I’m beyond excited about the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars movies. The casting choices for the Fantastic Four alone have me buzzing with anticipation!
As a devoted cinema enthusiast, I’ve experienced some ups and downs with Marvel Studios over the past few years. But at this year’s Comic-Con in San Diego, they unveiled their grandest weapon yet – none other than Robert Downey Jr. himself!
The actor who helped kickstart the Marvel Cinematic Universe in 2008 announced his return to the series, though he won’t reprise his role as Tony Stark/Iron Man.
I’ve been excited about my role in the upcoming movies, but instead of that, I will now bring the iconic villain Doctor Doom to life on the big screen in two forthcoming Avengers films. These movies are being directed by the brilliant Russo brothers, who gave us Infinity War and Endgame.
The news elicited various reactions among fans, leaving some surprised, split, and perplexed. Some expressed concern that Doom’s unique identity might be jeopardized by a close connection with Tony Stark. Others, however, have put their trust in Downey Jr based on his recent Oscar victory for “Oppenheimer.”
As a long-time fan of Marvel Comics and their cinematic universe, I’m always on the lookout for the latest news about upcoming blockbusters. So, when can we eagerly anticipate the next Marvel extravaganza? Let me fill you in on what we know so far about Avengers: Doomsday.
Avengers: Doomsday release date speculation
The anticipated release of Avengers: Doomsday is currently planned for May 2026. Although a definite date hasn’t been set yet, Marvel is most likely aiming for the initial weekend of that month to initiate the summer blockbuster season.
During the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s peak period, this was an ideal location for the production company. However, unfortunate Hollywood strikes in 2023 prevented them from meeting this year’s schedule.
Who will star in Avengers: Doomsday? Rumoured and confirmed members
Title for Avengers: Doomsday and its follow-up Secret Wars: In these movies, Marvel’s renowned actor Robert Downey Jr takes on the malevolent role of Doctor Doom, notoriously known as a formidable foe to the Fantastic Four.
It’s still undecided if this character will have no connection to Downey Jr.’s previous roles in the franchise or if Doom will be portrayed as a version of Tony Stark in the upcoming project. Such a change could potentially upset some comics enthusiasts.
At San Diego Comic-Con, it was revealed that Downey Jr. had been chosen for the eagerly anticipated part. Joe Russo, one of the Doomsday directors, excitedly told the Hall H crowd, “Get ready for the finest actor the world has to offer!”
Check out the electric moment of the reveal in the video below.
I’m excited to introduce you to the formidable villain, Victor Von Doom, brilliantly portrayed by Robert Downey Jr. in Marvel Studios’ upcoming film, Avengers: Doomsday, hitting theaters in May 2026. #SDCC
— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) July 28, 2024
At present, only a handful of other cast members have been confirmed for Avengers: Doomsday.
The newly formed Fantastic Four team from Marvel, consisting of Pedro Pascal (Mr. Fantastic), Vanessa Kirby (Invisible Woman), Joseph Quinn (Human Torch), and Ebon Moss-Bachrach (The Thing), have been officially announced to make appearances in the upcoming storylines “Doomsday” and “Secret Wars.”
As a dedicated Marvel movies fan, I’m thrilled to share some exciting news. The talented Benedict Cumberbatch, who has brought Doctor Strange to life on the big screen, has confirmed his return for the upcoming Avengers films. He shared with Entertainment Weekly that the team is busy “whipping up something extraordinary.”
Confirmed cast
- Robert Downey Jr as Victor von Doom aka Doctor Doom
- Benedict Cumberbatch as Stephen Strange aka Doctor Strange
- Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards aka Mr Fantastic
- Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm aka Invisible Woman
- Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm aka Human Torch
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm aka The Thing
In June 2024, according to Deadline’s report published in June 2024, over 60 Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) characters who have previously appeared could potentially return for the films “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Secret Wars.” Consequently, there are still numerous spots open on the team.
Here are some additional names that have gained significance during the fourth and fifth phases of the blockbuster series. Which character do you hope to see featured next?
Rumoured/likely cast
- Chris Hemsworth as Thor
- Simu Liu as Shang-Chi
- Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson aka Captain America
- Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes aka Winter Soldier
- Paul Rudd as Scott Lang aka Ant-Man
- Brie Larson as Carol Danvers aka Captain Marvel
- Tom Holland as Peter Parker aka Spider-Man
What is Avengers: Doomsday about?
The upcoming film “Avengers: Doomsday” doesn’t have a confirmed storyline as of now. However, it’s anticipated that Victor von Doom will emerge as a significant menace to the Marvel universe.
As a devoted cinema enthusiast, I’m excited to share that the upcoming films “Doomsday” and “Secret Wars” are going to be part of an intriguing saga. Similar to how “Infinity War” and its sequel “Endgame” captivated audiences with their interconnected stories, these two movies will build upon each other in a seamless narrative flow. One film will naturally lead into the next, keeping us on the edge of our seats as we unravel the mysteries unfolding on the big screen.
In the 2016 “Secret Wars” comic book series, Doctor Doom collects remnants of a destroyed multiverse and rebuilds them into Battleworld, a realm where he holds complete control as its undisputed king.
Before this plot, Marvel comic books had explored the idea of collisions between different realities. In these encounters, two worlds would clash, leading to the destruction of both or compelling one side to defend itself.
In Avengers: Doomsday, it’s possible that the frightening incidents start unfolding, causing the villainous character to establish his bizarre new world much like in the original story.
Why was Avengers: The Kang Dynasty cancelled?
Beforehand, the fifth Avengers film was planned to be titled “The Kang Dynasty” and carry on storylines initiated in Disney Plus show “Loki” and the Marvel film “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania”.
In two different Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) productions, Jonathan Majors portrayed versions of Kang the Conqueror – an formidable adversary with time-traveling abilities and an initial plan to become the MCU’s new major antagonist, comparable to Thanos.
As a film enthusiast, I was looking forward to seeing Majors in upcoming Marvel projects. Sadly, things took an unexpected turn when he faced allegations of assaulting and harassing his ex-girlfriend. A jury in New York found him guilty on two counts, but thankfully, he was acquitted of one assault charge and aggravated harassment. Nonetheless, these events have left me feeling disappointed and uncertain about his involvement in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Instead of choosing a new actor for Kang as some anticipated, Marvel Studios opted for a completely fresh approach in their storyline development.
Is there an Avengers: Doomsday trailer?
Not yet! But we’ll update this page the moment that any footage arrives.
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