Disney’s Marvel Studios has officially announced the ensemble cast for its upcoming film, Avengers: Doomsday, set to release in May 2026. The reveal, made during a live-streamed event, confirmed the return of several fan-favorite actors and introduced new faces to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
Returning Cast Members:
- The renowned villain Doctor Doom will be portrayed by Robert Downey Jr., who previously played Tony Stark/Iron Man.
- Chris Hemsworth reprises his role as Thor, continuing his journey in the MCU.
- Paul Rudd returns as Ant-Man, bringing his unique blend of humor and heroism.
- Tom Hiddleston is back as Loki, the god of mischief, adding intrigue to the storyline.
- Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen make surprising returns as Professor X and Magneto, respectively, bridging the X-Men universe with the Avengers.
New Additions:
- Pedro Pascal joins as Mr. Fantastic, leading the introduction of the Fantastic Four into the MCU.
- Vanessa Kirby takes on the role of Invisible Woman, adding depth to the superhero lineup.
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach appears as The Thing, bringing strength and complexity to the team.
- Joseph Quinn portrays Human Torch, igniting excitement among fans.
- Danny Ramirez, an Illinois native, reprises his role as Joaquin Torres (the new Falcon), representing increased diversity within the Avengers.
Notably absent from the cast are Chris Pratt (Star-Lord), Tom Holland (Spider-Man), Benedict Cumberbatch (Doctor Strange), Mark Ruffalo (Hulk), and Jeremy Renner (Hawkeye), leaving fans speculating about their characters’ futures in the MCU.
Avengers: Doomsday promises to be a monumental chapter in the MCU, uniting beloved characters and introducing new heroes in an epic narrative that fans eagerly await.
