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At CinemaCon, Marvel teased Avengers: Doomsday with a first trailer that paints Doctor Doom as a formidable threat and threads together a vast hero lineup—including Xavier’s School, the Fantastic Four, Wakanda, Namor, and the Avengers—as Thor and others brace for impact; a twist hints Steve Rogers’ return, with the film set to hit theaters December 18.
Disney unveiled the first full CinemaCon trailer for Avengers: Doomsday, a multiverse-spanning showdown led by Doctor Doom (Robert Downey Jr.) that reunites Thor and a returning Captain America wielding Mjolnir with the X-Men, Fantastic Four and other heroes, including crossovers with Gambit and Shang-Chi, all aimed at stopping Doom. Directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, the film is set for a 2027 release and will culminate Marvel's Multiverse Saga in Avengers: Secret Wars.
Marvel dropped a CinemaCon trailer for Avengers: Doomsday, casting Doctor Doom as the MCU’s ultimate threat; the clip features Steve Rogers back in action alongside a sprawling lineup that includes Shang-Chi, Yelena Belova, Namor, the Thunderbolts, the Black Panther, Gambit and the Fantastic Four, with Magneto also in view as crossovers from Fox’s X‑Men era join the fight. The Russo brothers direct, and the movie is slated for a December 18 release, with a star‑studded cast that even hints at Fox‑era characters like Professor X, Nightcrawler, Mystique, Cyclops and Beast.
Marvel Studios unveiled the first extended look at Avengers: Doomsday at CinemaCon, reintroducing Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom in a masked, menacing reveal and positioning the post-Endgame multiverse epic as a bridge to the X‑Men, per Kevin Feige.
Marvel Studios is expected to reveal new Avengers: Doomsday footage at Disney's CinemaCon in Las Vegas, likely with a teaser trailer. The panel starts at 5:30 p.m. ET / 2:30 p.m. PT, with a coordinated global rollout of start times (UK, India, Australia, and more). Whether the footage is uploaded online right away isn’t guaranteed, but journalists on site will break down what’s shown.
Charts the Fantastic Four’s evolving relationship with Black Panther and Wakanda—from their first meeting in FF #52 (1961) and rival traps to deep alliances against Doctor Doom, through Doomwar and the Future Foundation, to Shuri’s leadership and a multiverse-spanning finale with Reed Richards.
Marvel Studios' Avengers: Doomsday introduces Doctor Doom as a powerful villain wielding science and magic, aiming to unleash a crisis across the Multiverse, with the film set for release on December 18, 2026.
Channing Tatum reveals he was injured during filming of Avengers: Doomsday, missing a major fight with Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom, and discusses his portrayal of Gambit, which will be toned down and more serious compared to previous versions, with the film set to release on December 18, 2026.
A scene in 'Fantastic Four: First Steps' features Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, confirmed by the director, shot by the Russo Brothers, hinting at his involvement in the Marvel universe's upcoming 'Avengers: Doomsday'.
Vanessa Kirby confirms that Robert Downey Jr. appears as Doctor Doom in the mid-credits scene of 'Fantastic Four: First Steps,' which was filmed during Avengers: Doomsday production, and shares her experience working while pregnant on the Marvel set.
The post-credits scene of 'The Fantastic Four' reveals Franklin Richards, the child of Reed Richards and Sue Storm, possessing the power cosmic and hints at his crucial role in the upcoming 'Avengers: Doomsday,' with Doctor Doom appearing as a key antagonist. The scene sets up significant future storylines involving multiverse and family dynamics within the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The mid-credits scene in 'Fantastic Four: First Steps' hints at Doctor Doom's involvement and sets up the upcoming 'Avengers: Doomsday,' with potential multiversal connections and a major storyline involving Franklin Richards and Secret Wars. The film's post-credits scene features an animated intro, and despite teasing a multiverse crossover, the movie remains confined to Earth-828 for now.
Julian McMahon, known for playing Doctor Doom in Fantastic Four, passed away at 56 after battling cancer. His co-stars Ioan Gruffudd and Michael Chiklis paid heartfelt tributes, highlighting his talent and kindness. McMahon's career spanned TV and film, including Nip/Tuck and Runaways, leaving a lasting impact on fans and colleagues alike.
The pre-load for Marvel Rivals is now available on Xbox Series consoles, with a download size of 44.56 GB. The game is set to launch on December 5th at 7pm EST/4pm PST. Marvel Rivals features a storyline where Doctor Doom and his future counterpart from 2099 cause universes to collide, leading to battles between superheroes and villains from across the multiverse. A list of 39 characters, including both announced and unannounced ones, has been shared by a Twitter user, adding to the anticipation for the game's release.
Marvel Studios' announcement of the cast for the new Fantastic Four movie presents an opportunity for the studio to reset the Marvel Cinematic Universe. With the potential for a period piece and freedom from established MCU canon, Marvel could introduce iconic villain Doctor Doom and recenter its plans around the Fantastic Four. Reports suggest that Marvel is quietly retooling its MCU plans, potentially minimizing the role of Kang and introducing new storylines. This strategic shift could allow Marvel to seamlessly integrate Doctor Doom as a major villain and reshape the future of the MCU.