Overview
- A widely shared X‑Men group shot and a supposed first look at Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom were identified as AI-generated by outlets and, in one case, by the original poster.
- Observers flagged clear tells such as mismatched character anatomy and an incorrect phone design in a staged selfie, underscoring that the circulating images were fabricated.
- A Reddit how‑to and follow‑up reporting point to using Google’s SynthID and checking provenance via verified actor accounts and correct handles to quickly spot fakes.
- Confirmed anchors remain: Robert Downey Jr. is reported to play Victor von Doom, several Fox‑era X‑Men actors are returning, and Marvel has set a December 18, 2026 theatrical release.
- Unverified rumors about Doom’s characterization continue to spread, and coverage suggests an official teaser could arrive next month, potentially attached to Avatar: Fire and Ash.