Introduction
A recent Disney presentation overseas gave fans an exciting first look at the highly anticipated Avengers Doomsday cast and plot details. While a full trailer release is still pending, the information dropped confirms who is leading the New Avengers, which major character is stepping up as the main antagonist, and which versions of the X-Men we can expect to see.
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- RDJ is Doctor Doom, Not Iron Man
- The New Avengers Roster: Captain America and Loki Unite
- X-Men, Vision, and Scarlet Witch: Who's Missing?
- The Future of Kang and Spider-Man
- Final Thoughts: A Looming Doomsday
RDJ is Doctor Doom, Not Iron Man
One of the biggest confirmations addressed the long-running rumours about the return of Robert Downey Jr. Doctor Doom. The presentation confirmed that RDJ's role is indeed Victor von Doom, known to comic fans as the infamous Doctor Doom.
This clarifies that he is not playing an alternate reality version of Tony Stark/Iron Man. He is reportedly the primary villain and is confirmed to be Victor von Doom from an alternate universe (likely the Fantastic Four's 828 reality). This pivot suggests that Doctor Doom will be the main focus of the movie, orchestrating the events leading up to the crisis.
The New Avengers Roster: Captain America and Loki Unite
Sam Wilson's new line-up for the Avengers is official, and it includes some surprising additions. The core Avengers Doomsday cast on this main team includes:
- Sam Wilson (Captain America)
- Thor
- Loki: In a major character turn, the version of Loki who became the Custodian of the Multiverse is now officially an Avenger, confirming his full redemption.
- Shang-Chi
- Ant-Man
- Torres (The new Falcon)
Other confirmed team-ups include the Thunderbolts (led by Bucky Barnes and Yelena Belova) and the Wakandans, who will feature Shuri (Black Panther), M'Baku, and the powerful Namor.
X-Men, Vision, and Scarlet Witch: Who's Missing?
The X-Men MCU integration continues, with the presentation showcasing a roster including Cyclops, Mystique, Beast, Professor X, Nightcrawler, Magneto, and Gambit. These mutants are speculated to be from the universe where Monica Rambeau was trapped in The Marvels.
The presentation also addressed key characters who are not on the main roster:
- Chris Evans (Captain America/Nomad): He is expected to appear, but as his older "Nomad" self from the alternate timeline where he stayed with Peggy Carter.
- Scarlet Witch (Elizabeth Olsen): She is expected to have a smaller role in Doomsday, with her main storyline and a potential showdown saved for Secret Wars.
- Vision: The events of the upcoming Vision Quest series are expected to explain why White Vision is absent from the main fight.
The Future of Kang and Spider-Man
The new details suggest a shift away from the multiverse war being primarily driven by the Kang variants. Many reports indicate that the focus on the Kang future is dwindling, with the TVA now managing the threat in the background.
Additionally, rumours suggest a major change for the Web-Slinger:
- Spider-Man: The film may temporarily feature Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man filling the role, while Tom Holland’s MCU Peter Parker is busy following the events of his next solo movie, Brand New Day.
Final Thoughts: A Looming Doomsday
This initial look at Avengers: Doomsday confirms the movie is building a massive, crossover event. By solidifying Robert Downey Jr. Doctor Doom as the central threat and integrating fan-favourite characters like the X-Men and Loki Avengers into the core action, the stage is set for an epic, reality-altering conflict.
