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Matt Shakman Denies Doctor Doom in Fantastic Four, Fans Doubt Claim

Fan speculation remains high over a potential Doom cameo following Shakman’s denial

Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards in Fantastic Four and Doctor Doom in the Marvel comics
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Overview

  • Matt Shakman confirmed in an Empire Magazine interview that Doctor Doom has no role in Fantastic Four: First Steps.
  • Persistent rumors propose a post-credits cameo by Robert Downey Jr.’s Doom despite the director’s statement.
  • Commentators at Dexerto and on social media argue that Doom could appear in a scene outside Shakman’s direct purview.
  • Fantastic Four: First Steps, which introduces Galactus as the main villain, is slated for release on July 25, 2025.
  • The Russo Brothers’ history of directing MCU post-credits scenes has heightened expectations for secret teases leading into Avengers: Doomsday.