Watch Announcement Video: Robert Downey Jr Returns To Marvel Studios As Doctor Doom

It has been over 4 years since Iron Man‘s death and we are still not over the tragic death of Tony Stark. Avengers Endgame broke the hearts of many Iron Man fans and MCU lovers. The empty spaces in our hearts for Tony Stark remain but not anymore. Yes, you read that right. Not Tony Stark but MCU is bringing Robert Downey Jr back into the universe. Robert Downey Jr rejoins Marvel Studios in the role of Doctor Doom. Marvel Cinematic Universe has released information about “Avengers Doomsday,” the newest movie in the Avengers franchise.

Watch: Robert Downey Jr. As Doctor Doom

Robert Downey Jr returns to MCU as Doctor Doom 🥹
Here is the announcement video of Robert Downey Jr as Doctor Doom. ✨️#AvengersDoomsDay May 2026#AvengersSecretWars May 2027#RobertDowneyJr #SDCC #RDJ #Marvel #MCU #DoctorDoom pic.twitter.com/Dpj0oP9x61

— Praneet Samaiya (@praneetsamaiya) July 28, 2024

It was shocking for all the Marvel Cinematic Universe fans. Nobody thought we would be able to see our favorite Tony Stark aka Iron Man return to MCU after what had happened in the Avengers: Endgame. However, when the announcement was made that Doctor Doom is none other than Robert Downey Jr, the fans went crazy.

Robert Downey Jr. To Play Dr Doom

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At San Diego Comic-Con in 2024, Kevin Feige, the head of Marvel Studios, and Robert Downey Jr. made the announcement. Unmasking his face, Robert appeared with arms wide open. The hall was engulfed by shouts and cheers. Robert Downey Jr. made the stage appearance at Hall H as the new visage of Doctor Doom, the antagonist of the Fantastic Four. There was a lot of anticipation and interest surrounding this casting announcement because it signifies Downey Jr.’s move from playing a beloved hero to playing the complicated and recognizable role of Doctor Doom.

Well, moments after the announcement was made Robert shared an Instagram post of how he is loving his new mask. He captions his post as “new mask same task”. Well, Dr. Doom, the world is so ready to witness you.

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Known by his stage name Victor Von Doom, Doctor Doom is a fictional superhero that appears in Marvel Comics. Originally appearing in Fantastic Four 5 in 1962, Doom was a creation of writer Stan Lee and illustrator Jack Kirby. Doom is renowned for his supreme intelligence, and his grasp of magic and science. Additionally, his despotic control over the made-up country of Latveria is strong.

Marvel Officially Says It

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In May 2026, “Avengers Doomsday” will hit theaters. Additionally, Marvel Studios revealed the release date of “Avengers Secret Wars,” which is set for May 2027.

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Fans React

Well, fans massively reacted to the new announcement. Considering the diverse opinions of fans, the entire MCU fandom is currently divided into two parts. One part absolutely loves Robert back in the game and another one criticizes Marvel’s decision.

Some fans love Robert back and show full support while others claim it as a strategy to sell more tickets. They also state that the book villain won’t get justice.

I get it’s multiversity and blah blah blah, but Iron Man being Doctor Doom means absolutely nothing to the MCU as we know it and does nothing for the character Doctor Doom. It’s just to sell tickets. It’s boring, disrecptful to my fave, and doesn’t make sense. Next.

— Evan Von Doom 💀 (@EvanReadsComics) July 28, 2024