Marvel shocks fans by confirming Robert Downey Jr's return - but not as Iron Man
Robert Downey Jr has been cast as a supervillain in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and will go up against the Avengers in a huge two-part sequel event, Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars
Robert Downey Jr is set to soar back into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this time trading his Iron Man suit for the more sinister attire of Victor Von Doom in an extraordinary casting move that's got fans buzzing.
The Hollywood heavyweight will assume the mantle of the Fantastic Four's arch-nemesis in not one, but two upcoming Avengers flicks - Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, both steered by the seasoned Russo Brothers.
Shaking up the timeline, Avengers: Doomsday is set to replace the previously planned Avengers: Kang Dynasty following the departure of Jonathan Majors, who was ousted from his role as Kang the Conqueror due to a conviction for assault and harassment.
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It's a monumental MCU comeback for Downey, whose iconic character, Tony Stark, met his end in Avengers: Endgame, but it looks like he can't keep away from the superhero limelight.
In a moment that had the audience erupting with excitement, Downey Jr strutted on stage encapsulated in green hues, donning Doom's notorious cape and mask, before unveiling his identity to the sound of roaring applause, cheekily quipping, "New mask, same task," to his adoring supporters, reports the Express.
Adding to the ecstatic atmosphere of the weekend, fueled by Deadpool and Wolverine lighting up the weekend box office, Marvel aficionados were treated to a feast of fresh revelations from the studio.
Expect to see Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Joseph Quinn stepping into the shoes of The Fantastic Four, sharing the screen with Downey in both Avengers epics.
Ahead lies their very own cinematic debut, The Fantastic Four: First Steps, slated for a July 2025 release. And while filming is yet to kick off, attendees were thrilled by early concept art showcasing Ralph Ineson as the colossal adversary Galactus, peering ominously at the Baxter Building.
The cast of Thunderbolts* was also out in full force, with the likes of Florence Pugh, David Harbour, Sebastian Stan and Julia Louis-Dreyfus gracing the event.
Adorned in his Red Guardian costume, Stranger Things sensation David Harbour was a sight to behold, while attendees in Hall H were treated to a sneak peek at the film's debut trailer.
Kevin Feige, the mastermind behind Marvel, spilled the beans on their next big hit, Captain America: Brave New World, promising that it'll hark back to the "grounded action" seen in Captain America: The Winter Soldier.
Furthermore, Giancarlo Esposito set the record straight by confirming he will breathe life into the King of the Serpent Society, Seth Voelker, aka Sidewinder, answering the whirlwind of rumours about his enigmatic villain role.
Deadpool and Wolverine is in cinemas now. Stream the rest of the Marvel Cinematic Universe on Disney+.
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