Robert Downey Jr. Returns as Doctor Doom in Upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars

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Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled for release in May 2026, Avengers: Secret Wars in May 2027
Doctor Doom is the next major threat in the MCU after Jonathan Majors was dropped from his role as Kang
Doctor Doom's first appearance brought international fame with Iron Man (2008)
Robert Downey Jr. returns as Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars
Russo Brothers to direct both films
The Russo Brothers expressed excitement about working with Downey again
Robert Downey Jr. Returns as Doctor Doom in Upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars

In a shocking turn of events at Marvel's Comic-Con presentation on July 28, 2024, it was announced that Robert Downey Jr. will be returning to the Marvel Universe as the classic villain Doctor Doom in two upcoming Avengers movies: Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars. The Russo Brothers are set to direct both films.

Doctor Doom's introduction as the next major threat in the MCU comes after Marvel Studios dropped Jonathan Majors from his role as Kang due to his conviction for domestic assault. Downey, who had previously expressed interest in returning to Marvel, will be reprising a role that first brought him international fame with 2008's Iron Man.

Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled for release in May 2026, while Avengers: Secret Wars is set for May 2027. Both films are based on Marvel comics and will feature a multitude of heroes and villains from the Marvel Universe.

The Russo Brothers, who previously directed Downey in Captain America: Civil War, Avengers: Infinity War, and Avengers: Endgame, expressed their excitement about working with Downey once again. They stated that to do Secret Wars justice, they needed the greatest actor in the world to play Victor Von Doom.

Downey's return as Doctor Doom marks a significant moment for Marvel fans as he is one of the most iconic villains in Marvel history. His presence will undoubtedly add an exciting new dynamic to the MCU and set the stage for Avengers: Secret Wars, which promises to be a massive event in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.


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Doubts
  • Is it confirmed that Downey's Doctor Doom will be the main antagonist in both films?
  • Is there any information on how Downey's Doctor Doom will differ from previous portrayals?

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Robert Downey Jr. Back as Doctor Doom for Two ‘Avengers’ Movies

The Hollywood Reporter Borys Kit, Sunday, 28 July 2024 02:07
  • Unique Points
    • Robert Downey Jr. will reprise his role as Doctor Doom in two upcoming Avengers movies, Avengers: Doomsday (2026) and Avengers: Secret Wars (2027).
    • Avengers: Secret Wars is based on a pair of 1980s event comics by Marvel, which tells the story of heroes and villains transported to a planet called Battle World.
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  • Fallacies (95%)
    The article contains an appeal to authority when the authors state 'If we’re going to bring Doctor Doom to the screen – he is one of the most complex characters, most entertaining characters in all of fiction– If we’re going to do this … then we are going to need the greatest actor in the world.' This statement implies that because Downey is considered a great actor, he is the best choice for playing Doctor Doom. No fallacies were found beyond this.
    • If we’re going to bring Doctor Doom to the screen – he is one of the most complex characters, most entertaining characters in all of fiction– If we’re going to do this … then we are going to need the greatest actor in the world.
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Robert Downey Jr. Will Play Doctor Doom in Marvel's 'Avengers: Doomsday'

Variety Zack Sharf Sunday, 28 July 2024 02:05
  • Unique Points
    • Robert Downey Jr. is returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Victor von Doom in a new ‘Avengers’ movie titled ‘Avengers: Doomsday’
    • Downey’s first appearance as Victor von Doom comes as a surprise to fans
  • Accuracy
    • Robert Downey Jr. will reprise his role as Doctor Doom in two upcoming Avengers movies, Avengers: Doomsday (2026) and Avengers: Secret Wars (2027).
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    None Found At Time Of Publication
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Robert Downey Jr Playing Victor Von Doom In Russo Brothers’ ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ & ‘Avengers: Secret Wars’ – Comic-Con

Deadline Hollywood Anthony D'Alessandro Sunday, 28 July 2024 02:07
  • Unique Points
    • Robert Downey Jr is returning to the Marvel Universe as Victor Von Doom in Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars.
    • Robert Downey Jr was unmasked as Dr. Doom during Marvel’s Comic-Con presentation.
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'Avengers 5' and 'Secret Wars' officially return Russo Brothers to Marvel

Entertainment Weekly Sunday, 28 July 2024 03:34
  • Unique Points
    • The Russo Brothers are officially returning to direct Avengers 5 and 6.
    • Avengers: Doomsday will feature Robert Downey Jr.’s return as Iron Man to play Doctor Doom.
    • Avengers: Doomsday is set to be released in May 2026, while Avengers: Secret Wars is scheduled for May 2027.
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Marvel Shocker: Robert Downey Jr. Sets Return for 'Avengers: Doomsday'

The Wrap News Inc. Adam Chitwood Sunday, 28 July 2024 02:06
  • Unique Points
    • Robert Downey Jr. is returning to Marvel to star in 'Avengers: Doomsday' as Doctor Doom.
    • Doctor Doom is being introduced as the next Thanos-level threat in the MCU.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (100%)
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  • Fallacies (95%)
    The authors make an appeal to authority by quoting Joe Russo stating that they need the greatest actor in the world to play Doctor Doom. They also use inflammatory rhetoric by stating that Doctor Doom is 'the most important character in all of the Marvel universe'.
    • The actor surprised Marvel’s Hall H panel at San Diego Comic-Con on Saturday to announce that he’s returning to star in Avengers 5, which is titled Avengers: Doomsday, playing Doctor Doom. The Russo Brothers, who directed Downey Jr. in Captain America: Civil War, Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame are returning to direct Avengers: Doomsday and its direct sequel Avengers: Secret Wars.
    • If we’re gonna bring Victor Von Doom to movie theaters worldwide, then I think we’re going to need the greatest actor in the world to play that character.
    • As proof of the unimaginable possibilities in the Marvel multiverse, we give you the one person who could play Victor Von Doom.
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