It’s been confirmed that Robert Downey Jr.’s character, Doctor Doom, will serve as the antagonist in “Avengers: Doomsday.” However, the identity of the Avengers team in this sequel remains a mystery, as the recent Marvel Cinematic Universe films and shows have provided little indication about who will form Earth’s Mightiest Heroes next.
Today, the company chose to provide a gradual introduction of the cast on social media for their upcoming production, Doomsday. As it stands, the confirmed actors for this film include Chris Hemsworth portraying Thor, Vanessa Kirby stepping into the role of the latest Invisible Woman from an upcoming The Fantastic Four: First Steps, Anthony Mackie as Captain America, Sebastian Stan as Winter Soldier, Letitia Wright as both Black Panther and Shuri, Paul Rudd as Ant-Man, Wyatt Russell as U.S. Agent, Tenoch Huerta Mejia as Namor, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach playing the Thing.
(Note: This list will be updated as more names are announced.)
In the majority of cases, these names aren’t particularly shocking. The movie Captain America: Brave New World had Mackie’s Sam Wilson grappling with the decision to revive the Avengers; considering it’s titled Avengers: Doomsday, it was clear that he would be part of the action. Hemsworth, a long-standing member of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has yet to see his character meet a permanent end or retirement. Wright has assumed the role of Black Panther in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Stan was present in the last two Avengers movies and will feature in an upcoming film titled Thunderbolts.
As a die-hard film enthusiast, I can’t help but express my excitement over Ant-Man, played by Rudd, making it through his clash with Kang in Quantumania – quite an impressive feat indeed! And let me tell you, the smaller director’s chair for him was a delightful touch.
Speaking of characters joining forces, Russell steps into the shoes of another Thunderbolt member and once held the title of Captain America himself. The dynamic duo of Kirby and Moss-Bachrach have become part of the fresh Fantastic Four lineup, and get ready for a movie that delves deep into the world of Doctor Doom, the FF’s arch nemesis. One can only speculate that all four members of this team will eventually be unveiled for Doomsday – it seems we have quite the adventure ahead!
Surprisingly, Tenoch Huerta Mejia’s portrayal of Namor has piqued my interest, given his seemingly antagonistic role in “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” However, delving into Marvel Comics lore, it’s evident that Namor, as both a foe and an ally to the Avengers, carries a complex history. Moreover, considering the potential planetary peril hinted at for this film, the ruler of the seas seems like just the kind of character who would rise to confront such a dire situation, possibly even forming an alliance with other heroes.
The movie titled “Avengers: Doomsday” is set to debut in cinemas on May 1, 2026. Production for this film has officially commenced.
Every Marvel Cinematic Universe Movie, Ranked From Worst to Best
35. Eternals
Initially, I wouldn’t have guessed that a Marvel film directed by an Academy Award winner and inspired by some of Jack Kirby’s most daring comics would result in one of the company’s least vital productions. Regrettably, Eternals, despite being generally true to Kirby’s fundamental ideas, fell short of cohesion. It introduced minor yet bothersome alterations, such as reimagining the antagonistic Deviants as uninspired monsters devoid of purpose or objectives. The ensemble boasts commendable supporting roles from Kumail Nanjiani and Brian Tyree Henry, but the leads, Gemma Chan as Sersi and Richard Madden as Ikaris, struggle to make their purported centuries-long romance convincing (their passion spanning 6,000 years feels more like a first date gone awry). The script occasionally delves into thought-provoking themes concerning the links between superheroes, mythology, and faith, only to discard them for repetitive action sequences involving uninteresting monsters. It’s challenging to conceive of a more tedious film about immortal alien beings striving to prevent universal destruction than this one.
34. The Incredible Hulk
The film, with its disjointed and awkward feel, seems to suggest that Marvel was taken aback when Iron Man became popular and hastily produced this. Casting Tim Roth as the world’s ultimate soldier, who transforms into a large bony creature, is a decision Loki would never approve of, given his own questionable choices (more details can be found here).
The production of this film feels rushed and haphazard, as if Marvel was taken off guard by Iron Man’s success. The casting of Tim Roth as the world’s ultimate soldier, who turns into a big bony monster, is a choice even Loki would deem unwise (for more information, see here)).
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33. Thor: The Dark World
In my view, we came close to experiencing a Patty Jenkins’ rendition of Thor. Yet, what we ended up with was a rather gloomy pursuit of a mundane MacGuffin, featuring one of the least engaging villains in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. If there’s a silver lining here, it could be that this film’s underperformance might have encouraged Marvel to take bolder steps and revolutionize Thor’s storyline as dramatically as they did with Thor: Ragnarok. (You can read more about it [here](insert link here).)
32. The Marvels
A somewhat disorganized and action-packed Marvel film, with Captain Marvel (played by Brie Larson), Ms. Marvel (Iman Vellani), and Monica Rambeau (Teyonah Parris) as the main characters, who come together to thwart a Kree warlord’s destructive plans. Despite their impressive chemistry, the plot is confusing, featuring numerous questionable decisions that lack coherence. It manages to outrank three other films on this list, but its chaotic storyline might leave viewers feeling perplexed.
31. Captain America: Brave New World
In another script, the right character, but the wrong tale. This phrase could be applied to several recent Marvel films, including “The Marvels“, yet it fits particularly well with “Captain America: Brave New World“. The movie, at last giving Anthony Mackie’s captivating Sam Wilson his own film, unfortunately is burdened by a dull villain and a narrative filled with unnecessary references to “The Incredible Hulk.” (After all, we were all eagerly anticipating updates on Betty Ross, weren’t we?).
30. Doctor Strange
In a nutshell, the mind-bending images are captivating, but “Doctor Strange” seems to be merely an enhanced version of “Iron Man 2,” with a sprinkle of magic. On the positive side, the clever conclusion involving Dormammu was well executed. However, on the negative side, the eccentric cape worn by Strange was less appealing. (For further reading, see [here](http://exampleurl.com).)
The striking visuals are impressive, but “Doctor Strange” appears to be just an upgraded version of “Iron Man 2,” with a dash of magic. The smart conclusion featuring Dormammu was well-done, yet the odd cape worn by Strange left something to be desired. (For more information, visit [here](http://exampleurl.com).)
The imaginative visuals are enticing, but “Doctor Strange” seems to be simply an advanced version of “Iron Man 2,” with some added magic. The intelligent ending involving Dormammu was well-executed; however, the peculiar cape worn by Strange wasn’t as appealing. (For additional details, please refer to [here](http://exampleurl.com).)
Final suggestion: The intriguing visuals are alluring, but “Doctor Strange” seems like a refined version of “Iron Man 2,” with a touch of magic. The clever ending involving Dormammu was well-executed; however, the unusual cape worn by Strange left room for improvement. (For further insights, check out [here](http://exampleurl.com).)
29. Iron Man 2
As a cinephile, I must say that while the movie was better than I initially recalled, it didn’t quite reach greatness. Sam Rockwell’s dance moves certainly did an excellent job of hiding some of the flaws, but not all of them could be concealed. If they had trimmed about 15 minutes from the initial world-building in the Avengers, this film might have truly shined. (Read more here.)
28. Ant-Man
The film “Ant-Man” isn’t poor quality, but it often feels like a scaled-down version of the expanded Edgar Wright movie we were meant to have. However, Michael Peña as Luis stands out as one of the most remarkable non-superpowered characters in the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe. (Read more
“Ant-Man” isn’t bad per se, yet it tends to remind you of the grander Edgar Wright film we could have had instead. Nevertheless, Michael Peña’s portrayal of Luis is arguably one of the most captivating non-superpowered characters within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. (Read more
27. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
In the battle between Ant-Man and Kang the Conqueror, even Kang himself, portrayed by the intimidating Jonathan Majors, considers Scott Lang as being out of his depth. This colossal mismatch can be seen as symbolic for the movie itself: The down-to-earth, low-stakes universe of the Ant-Man series, known for its clever humor and lovable characters, struggles to compete with the grandiose multiversal saga unfolding in Marvel Phase 5. On the big screen as a Marvel adventure, it’s satisfactory. However, when it comes to advancing the Ant-Man franchise, it falls short of expectations. Regrettably, if you were expecting to see Michael Peña’s beloved character Luis in this installment, you will be disappointed, as he is not featured at all.
26. Ant-Man and the Wasp
The movie “Ant-Man and the Wasp” shines brightest when it emphasizes its compactness, featuring Paul Rudd’s witty banter with his fellow actors, Michael Peña’s captivating soliloquies, and a heartfelt, low-key storyline revolving around a fractured family attempting to mend their bonds. (Read more
25. Captain Marvel
In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Brie Larson’s Carol Danvers could be the strongest character, but her movie seemed to fall short on emotional depth. However, it remained engaging thanks to two standout performances: Ben Mendelsohn as the cunning Skrull Talos, and Samuel L. Jackson (and remarkable de-aging visual effects) portraying a youthful Nick Fury. (For further details, check out this article.)
24. Black Widow
2021 saw Scarlett Johansson embark on her long-awaited solo journey beyond the Avengers, only to find herself primarily serving as the straight character among her sarcastic “family” of Russian superheroes, such as David Harbour’s self-absorbed Red Guardian and Florence Pugh’s scene-stealing Yelena. Consequently, Black Widow didn’t fully live up to the fitting farewell that the character deserved. However, it remains another well-executed Marvel blockbuster, boasting some impressive action scenes, and featuring a truly intriguing villain in Taskmaster, who has the ability to copy the fighting styles of anyone he encounters.
23. Thor: Love and Thunder
Experiencing Taika Waititi’s second Thor film, “Thor: Love and Thunder,” reminded me of witnessing a magician attempting to amaze twice with the same trick. The initial performance left me spellbound. The repetition was still captivating, but not as surprising this time around. Christian Bale portrays an eerie Gorr the God-Butcher, yet his intense and deeply emotional villain seems somewhat discordant with Chris Hemsworth’s Thor and his unending wit. Essentially, “Thor: Love and Thunder” retains all the components that made “Thor: Ragnarok” great, but they don’t quite harmonize as smoothly this time around.
22. Deadpool & Wolverine
The exceptional camaraderie between Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in this movie is exactly what you’d expect. Their cameos are surprising, sometimes even shocking. However, the story pushes the limits of how much backstory a film can have without becoming confusing. (One character might not need multiple tragic pasts, but in this case, there are at least two!) Try not to think too deeply about what’s happening on screen for a moment, and you’ll likely enjoy it enough. Reynolds and Jackman certainly deliver the expected dynamic between Deadpool and Wolverine, reluctantly teaming up to save the Fox X-Men universe. You might find yourself wishing the script (written in part by Reynolds) had been a bit more polished.
21. Captain America: The Winter Soldier
Alternate Title for Iron Man 2: The Unimpressive Iron Man 2 – Less Enjoyable Than You May Recall, Yet Still Worth Watching. The advertising heavily emphasized the conspiracy thriller aspect, but Anthony Mackie’s Falcon was an excellent newcomer to the series, and Chris Evans delivered a strong performance as Captain America. Despite this, it’s hard not to be frustrated that Nick Fury, the world’s foremost spy, seemed oblivious to the fact that nearly everyone in SHIELD apart from him and his two colleagues was corrupt. Come on, Nick, wake up! (Read more
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20. Avengers: Infinity War
Although this film boasts an impressive scale and a memorable finale, it seems to lack something essential. If you’re primarily seeking nonstop action and humorous one-liners, then it might meet your expectations. However, if you prefer character development, camaraderie, and introspective scenes amidst the battles, this movie may not resonate with you as much. (Read more here.)
19. Iron Man 3
A film that could have been excellent, but was somewhat diminished by its connection to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The movie culminates in Tony Stark deciding to leave his Iron Man life behind, only to return for several more films later on. Despite Guy Pearce’s underwhelming performance as Killian, Robert Downey Jr.’s tireless interplay with a sharp-witted child is top-notch. (For further reading, click here.)
18. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
Initially: The climax, featuring dragons and beasts clashing within a thick gray mist, is a visually chaotic CGI disaster. Prior to that, Shang-Chi could very well be Marvel‘s finest action film, boasting numerous intense and intricate fight sequences. (The bus fight scene is particularly entertaining.) Simu Liu heads up one of the more nuanced Marvel ensembles, with Tony Leung and Michelle Yeoh delivering impactful supporting roles, while Ben Kingsley and Awkwafina consistently provide comic relief. (Kingsley as the reformed Mandarin Trevor Slattery may not have been a fan favorite villain initially, but Marvel has successfully transformed him into an endearing secondary character.)
17. Thor
Exploring a vast, interstellar saga primarily set within the humblest town of New Mexico, “Thor” presents some challenges, yet it triumphs by leveraging exceptional acting and captivating performances to overshadow underlying structural and script problems. These issues would later become characteristic of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. (Continue reading here.)
16. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
In the task of crafting “Wakanda Forever,” Ryan Coogler encountered an extraordinarily tough predicament. Not only was he required to create a sequel that matched the brilliance of the original “Black Panther,” but he had to accomplish this without his captivating lead, Chadwick Boseman, who tragically passed away during the summer of 2020, just as filming was set to commence. The film shines most when it seamlessly integrates Coogler and the cast’s grief for Boseman into the narrative of Wakanda grieving its deceased king. Unfortunately, the remainder of the movie is somewhat disorganized; a conglomeration of intriguing concepts, an excess of characters, and a villain, Namor, whose motives are somewhat unclear and confusing.
15. Captain America: Civil War
The narrative of the film doesn’t withstand a moment’s examination, as it primarily revolves around the climactic confrontation between Tony Stark and Steve Rogers at the airport. Nevertheless, let me emphasize: Oh my goodness, the battle at the airport is utterly spectacular! (For more details, check this out.)
14. Spider-Man: No Way Home
Jon Watts’ third “Spider-Man” movie is comparable to Sam Raimi’s third “Spider-Man” film in terms of quality. Both movies are packed with numerous villains, but on the bright side, this film effectively portrays Peter Parker as a character who persistently strives for redemption despite frequent failures. It also introduces the concept of the multiverse to Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) films significantly, making it a notable landmark in the ongoing saga.
13. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
15 years later, director Sam Raimi re-entered the Marvel universe with this thrilling, eccentric tale centered on a struggle for the survival of the multiverse. Similar to his previous Spider-Man films, Raimi creatively blended his unique style and visuals – including slapstick humor, maniacal zombies, and startling surprises – into the conventional Marvel mold. (For further details, click here.)
12. Avengers: Age of Ultron
Despite some criticisms that it’s not as great as the first Avengers film and that Wanda and Pietro’s storyline could use improvement, I found the climactic sequence in Sokovia where the Avengers unite to save every single soul truly encapsulates the essence of Marvel at its finest. [Read more here.]
11. Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2
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10. Thor: Ragnarok
9. Spider-Man: Far From Home
In the second installment of Marvel’s Spiderman series, starring Tom Holland as the remarkable web-slinger, we find a film that is slightly less stellar than its predecessor but still packed with romance, action, humor, and emotion. The classic line “with great power comes great responsibility” may not be uttered, but Far From Home embodies this concept just as profoundly as any Spiderman movie has before. Peter Parker, portrayed by Holland, finds himself in a complex situation: torn between his feelings for MJ, played by the witty Zendaya, and his duties from Nick Fury, portrayed with exasperation by Samuel L. Jackson, to thwart a group of elemental villains.
8. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
James Gunn skillfully concludes his ‘Guardians’ trilogy with a movie that perfectly blends the Marvel essence: A lot of thrilling action, quirky science fiction visuals, and characters who we deeply care about. By the finale of ‘Vol. 3’, Rocket Raccoon has transformed from a minor Marvel character to one of their most intriguing and tragic heroes. Following a series of unremarkable films, Gunn masterfully makes it seem effortless. It’s unfortunate that he’s moving on to handle DC.
7. Avengers: Endgame
A significant leap forward from “Infinity War” and arguably the second-best Avengers film, featuring enormous action sequences, plenty of humor, and an impressive number of Easter eggs that might surpass any movie in the history of a cinematic universe. (Read more
6. Spider-Man: Homecoming
Among the Marvel Cinematic Universe films that I simply can’t resist watching again, there’s one packed with captivating characters, exhilarating Spider-Man sequences, and an unexpected street vendor requesting a flip from our friendly neighborhood hero – whom I couldn’t help but oblige. Leaving me enthralled, wouldn’t you agree? (Read more here.)
5. Guardians of the Galaxy
At halfway through the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), the first “Guardians” movie was instrumental in showing that Marvel could handle a more relaxed approach and still draw audiences to lesser-known properties. Before James Gunn took over, the Guardians were barely mentioned, but he transformed them into an unexpected hit. It’s undeniable, Rocket is without question the best among the Guardians, so there’s no need for discussion – just take it as a given fact (for more details, see [here]).
4. Captain America: The First Avenger
Despite some inconsistencies in its storyline (as a whole war is condensed into a quick montage), the portrayal of Captain America, played by Chris Evans, in this film stands out as one of the most effective adaptations within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. This movie took a character that was often criticized for being too bland or old-fashioned and transformed him into a charismatic, complex figure embodying timeless human values. A must-watch if you’re looking to feel motivated. (Original source: https://www.movieweb.com/marvel-movies/captain-america-the-first-avenger/)
3. Black Panther
In contrast to many Marvel films that strive for deep connections across the cosmos, Black Panther demonstrates the benefits of a more self-contained narrative. The finale, where Black Panther decides to reveal Wakanda to the world and allows its characters to appear in future films, is intended as a joyful conclusion. However, if this decision leads to a sequel with a broader scope and numerous guest appearances, it might not be as satisfying. (Additional insights can be found here.)
2. The Avengers
Despite the events in “Infinity War”, the original Avengers movie remains an extraordinary feat, striking a near-perfect balance among its characters, delivering a taut script, and offering one of the most memorable action sequences of the 21st century – the epic Battle of New York. (Read more here.)
1. Iron Man
To this day, no other movie has managed to surpass its greatness. Looking back, it’s clear that being free from obligations to a broader universe allowed it to excel as a film. The scenes where Robert Downey Jr.’s character, Tony Stark, tests his armor and subsequently takes flight for the first time, convey the excitement of superpowers more effectively than any other movie, Marvel or otherwise, has ever achieved. (Additional insights can be found here.)
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