There are still two big Marvel Cinematic Universe movies on the 2025 movie schedule but many fans are already turning their attention to 2026 and the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, the movie that features the return of Robert Downey Jr.

Robert Downey Jr. is 'immersed' in prepping to play Marvel villain Doctor Doom, according to co-directors Joe and Anthony Russo.

Robert Downey Jr. is gearing up for a Marvel comeback, but as you know, not as the hero we’ve known him as for over a decade. The actor who brought Tony Stark to life iand helped launch the MCU is stepping into the role of Doctor Doom for Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars .

Robert Downey Jr. may be getting ready to rejoin the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Doctor Doom, but his days as Tony Stark aren’t done quite yet. Downey will be appearing as Stark/Iron Man for a pair of new attractions at Disney California Adventure's Avengers Campus.

Rise of the Silver Surfer star Julian McMahon has shared his take on Robert Downey Jr. taking over the role of Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday and Secret

Robert Downey Jr. is "grateful" his role as Iron Man "opened [his] eyes wider" to how technology can benefit the world. The 59-year-old actor led the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) as the character from 2008's Iron Man until Avengers: Endgame in 2019 and is honoured to have brought such an "iconic superhero" and what he represents to life.

In a recent interview, the Russo Brothers teased Robert Downey Jr. and his involvement in shaping his Avengers villain, Doctor Doom.

Julian McMahon touched upon Robert Downey Jr.'s casting as Doctor Doom. This comes after Miles Teller shared his hope that The Fantastic Four: First Steps doesn't "bomb" in theaters. McMahon brought this subject up in an interview with Screen Rant,

Julian McMahon, the Doctor Doom actor from the 2000s Fantastic Four movies, has revealed his excitement over Robert Downey Jr.'s take on the role in Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars. "It's Robert,