Marvel, Robert Downey Jr. Hint at More Avengers: Doomsday Cast Reveals

Following the announcement of 26 additional cast members for the highly anticipated Avengers: Doomsday, Marvel Studios and Robert Downey Jr. have hinted that more surprises are on the way. The cast reveal was made during a detailed livestream, which not only confirmed the extensive list of actors joining Robert Downey Jr. in the superhero epic but also marked the start of production.

A notable highlight was the confirmation that Channing Tatum would reprise his role as the beloved X-Men character Gambit. Fans can explore the full Avengers: Doomsday cast list here.

However, the absence of several key Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) characters from the announced lineup has sparked discussions among fans. Notably missing are Tom Holland's Spider-Man, Chris Evans' Captain America, and other fan favorites like Hulk, Hawkeye, Nick Fury, and Rhodey. On the X-Men front, characters such as Deadpool, Wolverine, Storm, and Jean Grey were also not mentioned.

The omission of these iconic figures led to a wave of disappointment among the fanbase. Yet, hope remains as Robert Downey Jr., who will portray Doctor Doom after his iconic run as Iron Man, teased further announcements via an Instagram post. He stated, "That’s what u call a deep bench of talent. Actually it’s more like a row, but an extra long one… That must be it.. right?"

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Marvel Studios further fueled speculation by commenting, "there's always room for more." The Russo Brothers, who are directing the film, added to the excitement by stating, "It’s time…"

It's evident that Marvel is not finished unveiling the cast for Avengers: Doomsday. The big question now is, which other characters will join the fray? Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments section below.

Earlier this month, the Russo Brothers shared their vision for Avengers 5 and 6, describing them as a "new beginning" that will set the stage for Phase 7 of the MCU. Joe Russo emphasized their focus on villains, stating, "The only thing I’ll say about the movie is this: we love villains who think they’re the heroes of their own stories. That’s when they become three-dimensional and they become more interesting. When you have an actor like Robert Downey, you have to create a three-dimensional, well-shaped character for the audience. That’s where a lot of our focus is going."

Avengers: Doomsday is slated to hit theaters on May 1, 2026, followed by Secret Wars in May 2027. Leading up to these releases, fans can look forward to Thunderbolts* in May 2025, the TV series Ironheart in June, and the kickoff of Phase 6 with The Fantastic Four: First Steps in July.

Additionally, Marvel Studios has added three untitled movie projects to its 2028 release schedule, set for February 18, May 5, and November 10. Speculation is rife that one of these could be the long-awaited X-Men film.