Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr. Rumored to Play Villains in Avengers: Doomsday

Speculation suggests Evans may portray Captain Hydra, teaming up with Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom in Marvel's multiverse epic.

Chris Evans is reported to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in Avengers: Doomsday, potentially taking on a villainous role as Captain Hydra.
Robert Downey Jr. has already been confirmed to reprise his role as Doctor Doom in the upcoming film, with rumors of an alliance between his character and Evans’ potential villain.
Hayley Atwell is set to return as Peggy Carter, though it is unclear if she will appear as her Captain Carter variant or in her original role.
Avengers: Doomsday is rumored to shift focus from Kang the Conqueror to multiverse variants of heroes and villains as central antagonists, following Jonathan Majors’ departure from the franchise.
The film, part of Marvel’s multiverse saga, is scheduled to release on May 1, 2026, with speculation about returning and new characters contributing to its storyline.