Following the excitement around the announcement of an additional 26 cast members for the much-anticipated Avengers: Doomsday, Marvel and Robert Downey Jr. have hinted that the cast reveal is far from over. During a comprehensive livestream, Marvel unveiled a star-studded lineup set to join Robert Downey Jr., who will portray Doctor Doom, as the film's production kicks off. A notable inclusion is Channing Tatum reprising his role as the beloved X-Men character, Gambit. You can explore the full cast list here.
Despite the extensive cast announcement, some fans were quick to notice the absence of several key Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) figures. Notably missing are Tom Holland’s Spider-Man, Chris Evans, who had been rumored to return as Captain America, and other stalwarts like Hulk, Hawkeye, Nick Fury, and Rhodey. On the X-Men front, fan favorites such as Deadpool, Wolverine, Storm, and Jean Grey were also not mentioned. This omission sparked disappointment among the fanbase, but hope remains as Robert Downey Jr. took to Instagram to suggest that more announcements are on the horizon.
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In his post, Downey Jr. playfully remarked, "That’s what u call a deep bench of talent. Actually it’s more like a row, but an extra long one… That must be it.. right?" This tease was further fueled by Marvel's response in the comments, stating "there's always room for more," and the Russo Brothers, the film's directors, adding, "It’s time…"
This has led fans to speculate about which other superheroes might join the fray in Avengers: Doomsday. Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments section below.
Earlier this month, the Russo Brothers shared their vision for Avengers: Doomsday and its sequel as a "new beginning" that will set the stage for Phase 7 of the MCU. Joe Russo emphasized their focus on crafting villains who believe they are the protagonists of their own narratives, a concept they aim to explore deeply with Robert Downey Jr.'s portrayal of Doctor Doom.
Avengers: Doomsday is slated for a theatrical release on May 1, 2026, followed by Secret Wars in May 2027. Leading up to these events, fans can look forward to Thunderbolts* in May 2025, the TV series Ironheart in June, and the launch of Phase 6 with The Fantastic Four: First Steps in July.
In a strategic move, Marvel Studios has also scheduled three untitled films for 2028, with release dates set for February 18, May 5, and November 10. Speculation suggests one of these might introduce the X-Men to the MCU, further expanding the universe's horizons.
