Brolin Likes Idea of Thanos vs. Doctor Doom at NYCC 2026
Josh Brolin, promoting Whalefall at New York Comic Con 2026, said he likes the idea of a Thanos and Doctor Doom confrontation but didn't confirm one.
Josh Brolin attended New York Comic Con 2026 to promote his new movie Whalefall, and during the event he said he liked the idea of a confrontation between Thanos and Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom, according to Polygon.
Brolin said he can't wait to see Downey's take on Doctor Doom. He did not, however, give a definitive answer about whether a Thanos vs. Doctor Doom showdown would actually happen.
Brolin previously played Thanos in Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. Downey is set to play Doctor Doom, with Avengers: Doomsday arriving on Dec. 18.
Whalefall, the film Brolin was at the convention to promote, releases on Oct. 16.
The Secret Wars connection
In 2015's Secret Wars comic storyline, Doctor Doom gained the powers of the Beyonders and ripped Thanos's spine and skull from his body.
Quick answers
Did Josh Brolin confirm a Thanos vs. Doctor Doom movie?
No. Brolin said he liked the idea and can't wait to see Robert Downey Jr.'s take on Doctor Doom, but he did not give a definitive answer about a showdown.
What did Josh Brolin attend New York Comic Con 2026 for?
He attended to promote his new movie Whalefall.
When does Whalefall release?
Whalefall releases on Oct. 16.