Common questions about Avengers: Doomsday

Short answers, pulled from the story.

Who plays Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday?

Robert Downey Jr. portrays Victor von Doom in Avengers: Doomsday. He returned to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the primary antagonist following the collapse of the Kang the Conqueror storyline.

When does Avengers: Doomsday release?

Avengers: Doomsday releases on the 18th of December 2026. The film was originally scheduled for May 2026 but was delayed to allow more time for production and post-production.

Who directed Avengers: Doomsday?

The Russo brothers directed Avengers: Doomsday. They agreed to return as directors only on the condition that Robert Downey Jr. was involved in the project.

What is the plot of Avengers: Doomsday?

The story is set fourteen months after the events of Thunderbolts in 2025. The Avengers, Wakandans, Fantastic Four, and the original X-Men team up to face Doctor Doom.

When did production for Avengers: Doomsday begin?

Production for Avengers: Doomsday began on the 28th of April 2025 at Pinewood Studios in England. Principal photography wrapped on the 19th of September 2025 with additional photography scheduled for early 2026.

How many cast members are in Avengers: Doomsday?

Avengers: Doomsday features 26 cast members revealed during a five-and-a-half-hour livestream in March 2025. The film includes returning actors like Chris Hemsworth and new additions like Pedro Pascal and Patrick Stewart.