(Spoilers ahead)
Robert Downey Jr.'s return to the MCU as Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday has sparked widespread speculation. According to insider leaks, his version of Doom will share similarities with Thanos, believing himself to be a saviour willing to sacrifice others to protect his universe from a greater threat.
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Not a Tony Stark variant
Scooper MTTSH reports that Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom is not a Tony Stark variant but merely happens to look like him. Doom realises the emotional bond the Avengers have with Tony and manipulates them for his own advantage.
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Doom’s multiversal Avengers
Doom will reportedly assemble his own team of Avengers from across the multiverse. While they will initially present themselves as allies, they will ultimately betray the heroes.
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A star-studded MCU crossover
Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, Avengers: Doomsday will be a major event in Phase 6 of the MCU. The Fantastic Four and Tom Holland’s Spider-Man will play significant roles, alongside an ensemble cast that includes The Hulk, Shang-Chi, Captain Marvel, Deadpool, She-Hulk, and Doctor Strange. Additionally, some X-Men members are rumoured to make an appearance.
The movie is set in the upcoming Phase 6 of the MCU, which will kick off this July with the release of The Fantastic Four: First Steps.
Avengers: Doomsday is set for release on 1 May 2026, followed by Avengers: Secret Wars on 7 May 2027.