Robert Downey Jr. finally returns to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The eternal actor Hombre de Hierro returns to the saga after the death of his character in Avengers: Endgame back in 2019. The news came as a surprise to the studio’s panel at Comic-Con 2024 in San Diego. Kevin Feige He was responsible for spreading news about the company, and among them was the announcement of the actor’s return. He also does this after winning an Oscar for his role in Oppenheimer.
Yes, this time Downey Jr. it won’t happen Tony Stark. The character’s legacy is the most important of all MCU Well, he was the first character to open the franchise in 2008. And his sacrifice will remain untouched, because in this case, the translator will step into the role of the villain. Robert Downey Jr. will Doctor Doom (Doctor Death). He will make his debut in the fifth film. The Avengers.
The film that was once supposed to be called Avengers: Kang Dynastyunderwent major changes in plans after Jonathan Majors was found guilty of abuse in a high-profile trial and fired by Marvel. The company needed to find a way to turn things around. And it was a great solution to give comfort to their fetishist actor, a fan favorite. First, the arrival Doctor Doom into the film. And a man in a mask and a green suit came out on stage. When he took it off and showed his face, the audience exploded with joy.
The return of Robert Downey Jr.
Since his departure from MCU In 2019, the followers of the saga dreamed of the translator’s return. The multiverse allowed us to imagine a variant Hombre de Hierro that she is still alive. And Robert Downey Jr. He admitted that he was very open to the possibility because “it’s part of his DNA.” But a few weeks ago, rumors began to circulate that the studio had offered him the lead role. Doctor Doom. And finally, it was confirmed.
“I tell you, I like playing complex characters,” he said, laughing. Downey Jr. during the panel, accompanied by brothers Russowho will direct the film. In turn, the filmmakers announced that the film will now be called Avengers: Judgment Day. The release date is scheduled for May 2026. And just a year later, the end of the Multiverse saga will come with Avengers: Secret Wars.
He Doctor Doom He is one of the most important villains in Marvel comics. And since his dismissal Majorsran as a favourite to change places Kang in this final phase of the Multiverse saga. Fans began plotting bullets to find the perfect actor. Few predicted that Robert Downey Jr. He’ll be ahead of the game, returning to Marvel through the front door.
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