The Russo Brothers Reveal Why They Returned For Avengers 5 & 6

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Summary

  • The Russo brothers are returning to the MCU for Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars.
  • Avengers: Doomsday will feature a huge cast and bring back legacy MCU stars like Robert Downey Jr.
  • The directors revealed what made them agree to return to the MCU after they completed Avengers: Endgame.

Two highly anticipated films, “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Avengers: Secret Wars,” are set to grace the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s upcoming lineup. These movies will be guided by seasoned Marvel directors, Joe and Anthony Russo, who have shared what drew them back into the MCU.

At present, the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is in the thick of its second significant phase, known as the Multiverse Saga. Much like the Infinity Saga, this new era aims to conclude three phases with two major Avengers films. Originally intended to be titled Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame, these movies have evolved over time to become Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars respectively. Initially, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings director Destin Daniel Cretton was assigned to helm the fifth Avengers film, but he eventually left for a different project, paving the way for the Russo Brothers, who directed Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame, to rejoin the Marvel movie franchise.

What Made the Russo Brothers Return to the MCU?

In the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Avengers: Endgame appeared to be a farewell for several characters, actors, and even directors, the Russos included. However, this seemed to be just a goodbye until they were officially announced to direct back-to-back Avengers films at San Diego Comic-Con in 2024. In a recent conversation with Empire Magazine, the Russo brothers discussed their reasons for returning to the MCU. Anthony Russo explained, “Endgame was the end, and it took some time for us to consider it as something other than an ending.” He further mentioned that the turning point was the emergence of an idea that ignited everyone involved. The upcoming project will also bring the directors together with their frequent screenwriting partner, Stephen McFeely.

Essentially, we unexpectedly discovered an idea that ignited everyone involved. It wasn’t foreseeable beforehand, but when it appeared, it felt like something compelling and captivating that needed to be shared.

Regarding the mystery surrounding that concept, fans will have to hold on until the years 2026 and 2027 for the reveal. It appears that a significant factor driving this project is the directors reuniting with Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) veteran Robert Downey Jr., who’s set to reprise his role as Victor von Doom in Avengers: Doomsday. Additionally, it’s rumored that other MCU stalwarts like Chris Evans are coming back, along with fresh faces such as Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach who form part of the Fantastic Four ensemble.

Avengers: Doomsday is Preparing to Enter Production in Spring

The filming for Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled to start this Spring, but it’s been noted that the script may not be completed yet. This isn’t surprising since Marvel Studios projects frequently undergo changes during production and extensive reshoots to maintain a consistent narrative across their extensive collection of films. With the addition of the Multiverse, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has grown significantly, providing the Russo brothers with ample room for creative exploration in their upcoming Avengers movies.

The upcoming movies “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Avengers: Secret Wars” are set to hit theaters on May 1, 2026, and May 7, 2027, respectively.

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2025-01-14 00:09