Russo Brothers and Robert Downey Jr. Set to Return for Marvel’s 'Avengers: Doomsday' and 'Secret Wars'
The directors of 'Avengers: Endgame' reunite with Marvel for two Multiverse Saga films featuring Downey as Doctor Doom, slated for 2026 and 2027.
- Anthony and Joe Russo will direct 'Avengers: Doomsday' (2026) and 'Avengers: Secret Wars' (2027), marking their return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe after 'Endgame'.
- Robert Downey Jr. is confirmed to play Doctor Doom, a pivotal character central to the 'Secret Wars' storyline from the comics.
- The films will adapt elements from the 2015 'Secret Wars' comics, including the concept of Battleworld and the multiversal collapse caused by Incursions.
- Chris Evans, Hayley Atwell, and Benedict Cumberbatch are among the cast members reportedly reprising their roles, alongside Marvel’s Fantastic Four, debuting in 'Fantastic Four: First Steps' (2025).
- The original 'Avengers: The Kang Dynasty' was reworked into 'Avengers: Doomsday' following changes to the storyline and casting decisions.