Marvel Unveils Cast for ‘Avengers: Doomsday’
On Wednesday, Marvel excitedly disclosed the cast for its highly anticipated film, ‘Avengers: Doomsday’, during a live-streamed announcement on YouTube, engaging its 21.3 million subscribers. The captivating reveal showcased a series of actors’ chairs, with each cast member’s name unveiled as the camera swept across the set.
Returning Heroes
Several notable stars are set to reprise their roles for this latest installment. Notable cast members confirmed include:
- Chris Hemsworth as Thor
- Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson
- Danny Ramirez as Joaquin Torres
- Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes
- Paul Rudd as Scott Lang/Ant-Man
- Tom Hiddleston as Loki
- Letitia Wright as Shuri
- Winston Duke as M’Baku
X-Men Crossover
The film is generating significant buzz not only for its returning characters but also for the inclusion of beloved X-Men figures. Actors announced to join the cast from the X-Men franchise include:
- Kelsey Grammar as Beast
- Patrick Stewart as Professor Xavier
- Rebecca Romijn as Mystique
- Ian McKellen as Magneto
- Alan Cumming as Nightcrawler
- James Marsden as Cyclops
- Channing Tatum as Gambit
Adding New Faces
In addition to characters from the X-Men series, ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ will feature actors from the upcoming ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’. The cast from this film includes:
- Vanessa Kirby as Invisible Woman
- Joseph Quinn as Human Torch
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Thing
- Pedro Pascal as Mister Fantastic
Moreover, characters from the anticipated movie ‘Thunderbolts’ will also be making appearances, with cast members such as:
- Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova
- David Harbour as Red Guardian
- Wyatt Russell as U.S. Agent
- Hannah John-Kamen as Ghost
- Lewis Pullman as Robert Reynolds
Exciting Returns
Additionally, Simu Liu will be returning as Shang-Chi, further diversifying the already impressive lineup of heroes.
Notably, the film’s early buzz was generated during last year’s Comic-Con when the Russo brothers hinted at an intriguing twist: Robert Downey Jr. is set to return, but this time in the role of Doctor Doom, stepping away from his iconic portrayal of Iron Man.
Upcoming Releases
‘Thunderbolts’ is scheduled for release on May 2, followed by ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ on July 25. ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ is slated to premiere in theaters on May 1, 2026.
