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Russo Brothers Defend Doctor Doom Casting Amid 'Doomsday' Character Evolution Debate
film23 days ago

Russo Brothers Defend Doctor Doom Casting Amid 'Doomsday' Character Evolution Debate

Anthony Russo addressed the challenges of evolving long-standing Marvel characters during a Q&A for the 'Avengers: Endgame' re-release, emphasizing the need to surprise audiences while respecting character history. He compared casting Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom to the controversial decision to make Tony Stark an antagonist in 'Captain America: Civil War,' noting that Downey embraced the risk. The film, set for December 18, 2026, features a massive ensemble cast spanning multiple universes, with Russo confirming that the full cast list remains partially unannounced due to its scale.

Endgame Encore Re-Release Adds Four Doomsday Teasers, Draws $3.8M in Previews
entertainment25 days ago

Endgame Encore Re-Release Adds Four Doomsday Teasers, Draws $3.8M in Previews

Marvel Studios re-released Avengers: Endgame as 'Endgame: Encore' on September 25, adding four new scenes to tease the December 18 release of Avengers: Doomsday. The re-release earned $3.8 million in previews, outperforming the 2025 re-release of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith. The new footage features Loki visiting Steve Rogers and Peggy Carter, Doctor Doom kidnapping Bruce Banner, and the collapse of the multiverse due to incursions. Director Anthony Russo confirmed the scenes were shot during Doomsday production to bridge the two films, while box office analysts predict a strong weekend for the title.

Marvel's 'Endgame Encore' Re-Release Bridges 2019 Finale to 'Doomsday' with New Doom, Loki, and Hulk Scenes
film26 days ago

Marvel's 'Endgame Encore' Re-Release Bridges 2019 Finale to 'Doomsday' with New Doom, Loki, and Hulk Scenes

Marvel Studios is re-releasing 'Avengers: Endgame' as 'Endgame Encore' to build hype for 'Avengers: Doomsday,' adding four minutes of new footage. The new scenes feature Doctor Doom, Loki, and the Hulk, directly linking the 2019 finale to the December 18 release. Director Anthony Russo confirmed the additions were filmed during 'Doomsday' production to bridge the two stories without altering the original ending.

Russo Brothers Defend 'Doomsday' Production Strategy Amid Script Controversy
film1 month ago

Russo Brothers Defend 'Doomsday' Production Strategy Amid Script Controversy

Joe and Anthony Russo have justified starting production on 'Avengers: Doomsday' without a finalized script, describing the screenplay as a 'living organism' that evolves through improvisation and actor collaboration. While the directors emphasize that this method allows for creative discovery, critics and industry figures like James Gunn have criticized the practice, arguing it contributes to the decline of the superhero genre. The film, which features Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, is scheduled for release on December 18, 2026.

Priyanka Chopra discusses 'Citadel' and Nick Jonas' support.
entertainment3 years ago

Priyanka Chopra discusses 'Citadel' and Nick Jonas' support.

Priyanka Chopra teased the possibility of a crossover between her character in the upcoming global spy thriller 'Citadel' and the Indian instalment of the series starring Varun Dhawan and Samantha. She also praised the show's ambition to create a spy show where the female and male leads are toe-to-toe. 'Citadel' premieres on April 28, with one episode rolling out weekly till the season finale on May 26.