Marvel Studios made a big announcement at Comic-Con, revealing the titles for Avengers 5 and 6. The fifth film, previously known as Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, will now be called Avengers: Doomsday. This change came after Jonathan Majors was removed from the role due to legal issues. The new primary villain will be Doctor Doom, played by Robert Downey Jr.
The sixth film in the franchise will still be called Avengers: Secret Wars. Downey Jr. expressed his excitement for playing such a complex character on stage at the event. The decision to cast him as Doctor Doom has sparked speculation about the Marvel multiverse, as Doctor Doom is known to have various alternate versions in the comics.
Avengers: Doomsday is set to be released on May 1, 2026, with Avengers: Secret Wars following on May 7, 2027. In addition to these announcements, Marvel also revealed a new subtitle for The Fantastic Four and showcased footage from Thunderbolts. Giancarlo Esposito’s role in Captain America: Brave New World was disclosed, with connections to the Eternals film.
Marvel fans can look forward to these exciting developments in the MCU, as the studio continues to expand its universe with new storylines and characters. The presence of iconic villains like Doctor Doom adds a fresh dynamic to the Avengers series, promising epic battles and thrilling adventures for audiences to enjoy. Stay tuned for more updates from Marvel as they unveil their upcoming projects and collaborations.