Overview

• Alan Cumming, reprising his role as Nightcrawler, revealed he is filming fight scenes, including one involving Pedro Pascal’s Mister Fantastic.
• The actor’s remarks suggest the Avengers, X-Men, and Fantastic Four will face internal conflicts before uniting against Doctor Doom.
• Principal photography for 'Avengers: Doomsday' is underway in London, featuring a record-breaking cast of Marvel heroes and legacy characters.
• Robert Downey Jr. has been officially confirmed to play Doctor Doom, the central antagonist in the multiverse-spanning storyline.
• The film, directed by the Russo brothers, is set to release on May 1, 2026, and will lay the groundwork for 'Avengers: Secret Wars' in 2027.