Doctor Doom Takes Center Stage in Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars
Robert Downey Jr. returns as Doctor Doom, the central figure in Marvel's next two Avengers films directed by the Russo brothers.
Doctor Doom will be the central character of Marvel Studios' upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, according to Collider. Robert Downey Jr. plays the iconic villain, a reveal first made at Marvel Studios' San Diego Comic-Con presentation in 2024.
Avengers: Doomsday brings together two generations of Avengers, the Fantastic Four and a collection of X-Men. Joe and Anthony Russo direct both Doomsday and Secret Wars.
In an interview on Marvel's official website, Anthony Russo said a similar impulse to Tony Stark's drives Downey's performance as Doom. The role marks a major shift for the actor, who previously played Stark in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Kevin Feige has hinted that Avengers: Secret Wars could serve as a fresh start for the MCU. The film follows the ousting of Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conqueror.
Marketing for Avengers: Doomsday includes three posters focused on Doctor Doom and a trailer showing his history with the Fantastic Four.
Quick answers
Who plays Doctor Doom in the MCU?
Robert Downey Jr. plays Doctor Doom. He was revealed in the role at Marvel Studios' San Diego Comic-Con presentation in 2024.
Which movies will Doctor Doom appear in?
Doctor Doom is the central character of Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars.
Who directs Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars?
Joe and Anthony Russo direct both films.