Avengers: Doomsday Unveils Epic Cast But Is It Enough?

Summary

  • Some big names were missing from the Avengers Doomsday cast announcement, but Marvel hinted at more surprises to come.
  • The carefully planned cast reveal for Avengers: Doomsday sparked discussions about potential spoilers and the return of beloved characters.
  • Marvel is known for bringing back characters and keeping actors involved, suggesting more surprises and cameos in Phase Six.

Marvel Studios has revealed the cast members returning to their respective roles in “Avengers: Doomsday“, yet it seems that this list might not be entirely comprehensive. Certain picks are predictable, while others take us by surprise, and there’s an intriguing absence of some significant names from the roster.

Regardless of personal feelings, Marvel has a knack for sparking conversations – take for instance, a lineup of seats labeled with actors’ names, which was the case with the Avengers: Doomsday cast announcement. However, this particular announcement did not include some names that fans were anticipating. Despite the ambiguity of the announcement, there’s one fact that’s clear: every character that fans are eager to see in Avengers: Doomsday will indeed be present. And if they’re not, they’ll likely reappear in Secret Wars.

Who’s Going To Be In Avengers: Doomsday?

Marvel’s Viral Chair Livestream Hides Big Casting Secrets

Confirmed Avengers: Doomsday Cast Member MCU Character
Chris Hemsworth Thor
Vanessa Kirby Sue Storm aka The Invisible Woman
Anthony Mackie Sam Wilson aka Captain America
Sebastian Stan Bucky Barnes
Letitia Wright Shuri aka Black Panther
Paul Rudd Scott Lang aka Ant-Man
Wyatt Russell John Walker aka U.S. Agent
Tenoch Huerta Mejia Namor
Ebon Moss-Bachrach Ben Grimm aka The Thing
Simu Liu Shang-Chi
Florence Pugh Yelena Belova
Kelsey Grammer Hank McCoy aka Beast
Lewis Pullman Bob aka Sentry
Danny Ramirez Joaquin Torres aka The Falcon
Joseph Quinn Johnny Storm aka The Human Torch
David Harbour Alexi Shostakov aka Red Guardian
Winston Duke M’Baku
Hannah John-Kamen Ava Starr aka Ghost
Tom Hiddleston Loki
Patrick Stewart Charles Xavier aka Professor X
Ian McKellen Erik Lehnsherr aka Magneto
Alan Cumming Kurt Wagner aka Nightcrawler
Rebecca Romijn Mystique
James Marsden Scott Summers aka Cyclops
Channing Tatum Remy LeBeau aka Gambit
Pedro Pascal Reed Richards aka Mr. Fantastic
Robert Downey Jr. Victor Von Doom aka Doctor Doom

Beginning on March 26th, the film “Avengers: Doomsday” commenced production using an unusual marketing strategy – a five-hour live broadcast featuring nothing but directors’ chairs labeled with cast members’ names. The roster featured familiar faces such as Chris Hemsworth (Thor) and Paul Rudd (Ant-Man), along with newcomers from “Thunderbolts” and “The Fantastic Four”, and unexpected appearances by X-Men veterans Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen. The stream concluded with a chair labeled for Robert Downey Jr., who later appeared and sat in it, verifying his part as Doctor Doom.

While some notable characters were absent, such as Spider-Man (Tom Holland), Wanda (Elizabeth Olsen), Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch), and Hulk (Mark Ruffalo). This unusual marketing tactic should be understood for what it truly is: a clever trick by Marvel Studios. Fans shouldn’t rely too heavily on the cast list. Some characters might only appear briefly or could even be intentionally misleading, especially considering upcoming films like The Fantastic Four: First Steps may alter the storyline.

Marvel has a history of doing things like showing misleading trailer clips to confound fans, and they’ve also admitted that the cast for Avengers: Doomsday isn’t finalized yet. Robert Downey Jr. even hinted at the current roster in a comment on Instagram.

You could say that’s quite an extensive lineup of skillful individuals… or, perhaps, it’s similar to a long row, stretching far and wide… I suppose that’s the right description, isn’t it?

Marvel Studios’ official account responded with a cryptic tease:

There’s always room for more…

Did The Avengers: Doomsday Cast Reveal Work?

Fans Worry Marvel Gave Away Too Many Spoilers

The announcement of the cast for “Avengers: Doomsday” faced some criticism, with one major concern being its slow tempo. However, it was the implications of each reveal on the bigger storyline that truly worried fans. For instance, unveiling the Thunderbolts team, particularly Lewis Pullman’s character Bob/Sentry, seemed contradictory. Given that Sentry is rumored to be the film’s antagonist, his survival, along with the other Thunderbolts members, lessens the tension for viewers when they eventually watch the movie.

In much the same way, the return of Loki, played by Tom Hiddleston and transformed into He Who Remains in Loki Season 2, was one of the most eagerly awaited returns for Phase Six. Revealing it now seems to spoil the surprise. Similarly, if Magneto and Professor X, longtime characters from the X-Men, were to make a comeback in the movies or even just trailers, their impact might have been greater. However, considering Marvel’s track record, it’s safe to assume they’ve carefully considered this decision.

Avengers: Doomsday’s Cast List Is Just The Beginning

More X-Men, Former Avengers, & Spider-Man’s Likely Return

Taking all aspects into account, this essentially implies that Doomsday will resurrect almost everyone in some form. The arrival of the X-Men, which has been anticipated for quite a while, seems increasingly inevitable, and the presence of characters like Deadpool and Wolverine has only boosted its popularity. Given the actors spotted in the chairs, it’s reasonable to expect more appearances from the X-Men. Possibly, we might even witness younger versions as seen in First Class. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), the possibilities are endless.

Now, let me tell you something fascinating about the upcoming movies! Previous Avengers stars might reappear, such as Robert Downey Jr.’s transformation into Victor Von Doom or Chris Evans making an appearance as the Human Torch in the intriguing crossover of Deadpool and Wolverine. However, there’s one notable absence – Tom Holland’s Spider-Man. It seems highly probable that he’ll make a comeback, perhaps even in a post-credits scene. Given that Spider-Man 4 is slated to release between Doomsday and Secret Wars, this could be the ideal moment for him to take center stage more than ever before. After all, Marvel Studios head honcho Kevin Feige wouldn’t let such an opportunity pass, would he?

The MCU Will Keep Resurrecting Heroes Forever

Avengers: Doomsday Continues the Trend

Following the conclusion of “Avengers: Endgame”, it appeared as though the heroes’ adventures had drawn to a close, particularly for the original six. The reappearances of characters such as Thor and the Guardians of the Galaxy could be rationalized. However, Downey’s return solidified an inescapable fact: no Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) character remains deceased, and no performer truly retires. As Deadpool humorously puts it, they will continue to reprise these roles until they reach their nineties. Spectacles like “Doomsday” and “Secret Wars” were destined to bring back Marvel’s most renowned personalities.

To illustrate with the X-Men team, consider Professor X, portrayed by Patrick Stewart. He has apparently perished no less than three times since his introduction in the initial X-Men film, although these deaths may have been of different alternate incarnations. The concept of multiple universes and time travel provides an explanation, but it can diminish the sense of urgency for regular viewers. Similarly, Marvel’s Avengers: Doomsday makes it more evident than ever that they possess the narrative devices and legal authority to resurrect any character they choose. Here’s hoping the Russo brothers handle this unique ensemble skillfully.

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2025-03-28 18:37