The wait for Robert Downey Jr’s return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe is about to end. The actor is confirmed to return, but not in his iconic role as Iron Man, rather, he will take on a new role, this time as the infamous Doctor Doom.
The actor will reportedly trade in his Iron-Man suit for a green cape and metal mask as he takes on the role of the villan Victor Von Doom in the Russo Brothers’ ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ and ‘Avengers: Secret Wars’
This unexpected casting news has sent shockwaves through the entertainment world and has fans at Hall H in Comic-Con, screaming at the epic reveal. The Russo brothers called on an actor onstage dressed as Doctor Doom, complete with a steel mask, green cape, and hood.
To the audience’s astonishment, the actor unmasked himself to reveal none other than Robert.
The Russo brothers, who will be directing the movie featuring Downey, said his appearance in the film is “proof of the unimaginable possibilities in the Marvel multi-universe.” Downey’s return to the MCU comes after his emotional farewell as Tony Stark in ‘Avengers: Endgame’. His portrayal of Iron Man was instrumental in establishing the MCU’s success, and his departure left a significant void in the franchise. However, his new role as Doctor Doom promises to bring a fresh and intriguing dynamic to the Marvel universe.
Kevin Feige used Saturday’s panel to chart the course ahead for the MCU, revealing Ford’s character in the next “Captain America” film and revealing “Avengers: Secret Wars and “Avengers: Doomsday” as the titles of the next two films in the epic superhero team-up series.
“Doomsday” will hit theaters in 2026.
Kevin Feige said all the actors Introduced Saturday would appear in the upcoming “Avengers” movies, which will b directed by Joe and Anthony Russo. The brothers guided the “Avengers” franchise through its sprawling storyline capped by “Avengers: Endgame” in 2019 that included the death of Downey’s Tony Stark/Iron Man character.
“When we directed “Avengers: Endgame,” Joe and I truly believed that it was the end of the road for us in the Marvel Cinematic Universe because we had put all of our passion, our love, our imagination into “The Winter Soldier,” into “Civil War,” into “Infinity War,” climaxing all of it with “Avengers: Endgame,” Anthony Russo said. “That four movie run was incredible and it left us creatively spent with all of our emotions on the film. In the time since, through a very special story, Joe and I have come to potentially see a road forward with you.”
They called “Secret Wars” the “biggest story that M Comics ever told,” and Joe said it was the first comic run he read as a child that made him “fall in love will comics.”
Doctor Doom, one of Marvel’s most complex and formidable villains, is the archenemy of the Fantastic Known for his genius intellect, mastery of both science and sorcery, and ruthless ambition, he poses a significant threat to the superhero team.
According to reports, ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ will likely replace “Kang Dynasty:
after the film faced a major setback following the dismissal of actor Jonathan Major
Who portrayed Kana? after he was found guilty of reckless assault and harassment.
During a recent event, the Russo Brothers highlighted the necessity of finding the right actor to propel the next phase of the Avengers forward.
Doom was rumored to be tie main villain in the upcoming ‘Fantastic Four’ reboot, directed by Matt Shakman. However, it was announced on Friday that Galactus would be the antagonist going up against Pedro Pascal and the team in 2025.
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