Avengers Doomsday : The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is set to expand in an unprecedented way, as the Russo Brothers, Joe Russo and Anthony Russo, officially return to direct Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars. These two upcoming Avengers films will be shot back-to-back, promising an epic culmination of Marvel’s multiversal storytelling.
Russo Brothers’ Return to the MCU
Following the massive success of Avengers: Infinity War (2018) and Avengers: Endgame (2019), the Russo Brothers are making a highly anticipated comeback. Their involvement in these next two Avengers films signals a bold new direction for the franchise.
In an exclusive interview with The Hollywood Reporter at the red carpet premiere of their latest film, The Electric State, Joe Russo teased,
“I think these movies are going to be a surprise to people. We found a way into the story that’s very exciting to us. But we think it’s very radical. I think it’s going to challenge audiences.”
Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars To Be Shot Back-to-Back
The scale of these upcoming Marvel projects is so immense that both Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars will be filmed consecutively. According to Anthony Russo,
“It’s all in London, we’re shooting them fairly back to back. It’s a lot of work again, we may or may not survive, we’ll see. We’re very excited about it. We found a way into the story that we think is going to be challenging for audiences, and challenging for us to execute. It’s really exciting to us, it gets us out of bed to do it.”
The directors also hinted that while the shooting schedule is tight, longer breaks between Doomsday and Secret Wars are expected to allow for careful execution of both films.
Robert Downey Jr. Returns as Victor Von Doom
In a stunning twist, Marvel revealed at San Diego Comic-Con 2024 that Robert Downey Jr. will make his MCU comeback—not as Iron Man, but as the infamous villain Victor Von Doom. This unexpected casting decision has sent shockwaves through the fandom, with fans eager to see how Downey Jr. will bring this complex character to life.
Additionally, rumors suggest that Chris Evans, formerly known as Captain America, may also return in a new role. With his confirmed cameo as Johnny Storm in Deadpool & Wolverine, speculation is running wild about how he could re-enter the MCU.
What to Expect from Avengers: Doomsday
While Marvel has kept plot details under wraps, Avengers: Doomsday is expected to set the stage for an all-out multiversal war, culminating in the grand battle of Avengers: Secret Wars. With Victor Von Doom playing a central role, fans can anticipate an intense narrative filled with high stakes, betrayal, and groundbreaking cinematic action.
Production and Release Dates
The films are scheduled for release in:
- Avengers: Doomsday – May 2026
- Avengers: Secret Wars – May 2027
Production is set to begin in the summer of 2025, with more updates expected in the coming months.
Final Thoughts
Marvel Studios is going all-in with Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, bringing back the acclaimed Russo Brothers and surprising fans with unexpected casting choices. As we await more details, one thing is certain—the future of the MCU is about to change forever.
Stay tuned for more updates on Avengers: Doomsday!
