The actor will reportedly trade in his Iron-Man suit for a green cape and metal mask as he takes on the role of the villain Victor Von Doom in the Russo Brothers’ ‘Avengers: Doomsday‘ and ‘Avengers: Secret Wars’.
This unexpected casting news has sent shockwaves through the entertainment world and has fans at Hall H in Comic-Con, sreaming at the epic reveal. The Russo brothers called on an actor onstage dressed as Doctor Doom, complete with a steel mask, green cape, and hood. To the audience’s astonishment, the actor unmasked himself to reveal none other than Robert.
Downey’s return to the MCU comes after his emotional farewell as Tony Stark in ‘Avengers: Endgame’. His portrayal of Iron Man was instrumental in establishing the MCU’s success, and his departure left a significant void in the franchise. However, his new role as Doctor Doom promises to bring a fresh and intriguing dynamic to the Marvel universe.
Doctor Doom, one of Marvel’s most complex and formidable villains, is the archenemy of the Fantastic Four. Known for his genius intellect, mastery of both science and sorcery, and ruthless ambition, he poses a significant threat to the superhero team.
According to reports, ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ will likely replace ‘Kang Dynasty’ after the film faced a major setback following the dismissal of actor Jonathan Majors, who portrayed Kang, after he was found guilty of reckless assault and harassment.
During a recent event, the Russo Brothers highlighted the necessity of finding the right actor to propel the next phase of the Avengers forward.
Doom was rumoured to be the main villain in the upcoming ‘Fantastic Four’ reboot, directed by Matt Shakman. However, it was announced on Friday that Galactus would be the antagonist going up against Pedro Pascal and the team in 2025.
