Following the exciting reveal of 26 new cast members for the much-anticipated Avengers: Doomsday, Marvel and Robert Downey Jr. have hinted that there might be even more surprises in store. During a recent livestream, Marvel unveiled the extensive cast list for the superhero epic, which also marks the commencement of the film's production. A notable return is Channing Tatum reprising his beloved role as Gambit from the X-Men series. For the complete cast list, click here.
However, fans were quick to notice some major absences from the lineup. Missing from the roster are key MCU characters like Tom Holland's Spider-Man, Chris Evans' Captain America, Hulk, Hawkeye, Nick Fury, and Rhodey. On the X-Men side, notable omissions include Deadpool, Wolverine, Storm, and Jean Grey. These absences have sparked a mix of disappointment and speculation among the superhero community.
Yet, hope remains as Robert Downey Jr., who will take on the role of Doctor Doom after his iconic portrayal of Iron Man, teased on Instagram that there's much more to come. "That’s what u call a deep bench of talent," RDJ commented. "Actually it’s more like a row, but an extra long one… That must be it.. right?" Marvel echoed this sentiment in the comments, stating "there's always room for more," while the Russo Brothers, the film's directors, cryptically added, "It’s time…"
The Most Surprising Avengers and Marvel Characters Not Announced for Doomsday
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With Marvel teasing further announcements for Avengers: Doomsday, fans are eager to see which other characters might join the fray. Who do you think will be added to the cast? Share your thoughts in the comments.
Earlier this month, the Russo brothers shared that they view Avengers 5 and 6 as a "new beginning" setting the stage for Phase 7 of the MCU. Joe Russo emphasized their focus on villains, stating, "The only thing I’ll say about the movie is this: we love villains who think they’re the heroes of their own stories. That’s when they become three-dimensional and they become more interesting. When you have an actor like Robert Downey, you have to create a three-dimensional, well shaped character for the audience. That’s where a lot of our focus is going."
Avengers: Doomsday is slated for release on May 1, 2026, followed by Secret Wars in May 2027. Leading up to these, Thunderbolts* will hit theaters in May 2025, the TV series Ironheart premieres in June, and Phase 6 will kick off with The Fantastic Four: First Steps in July.
Additionally, Marvel Studios has added three untitled movie projects to its 2028 schedule, set for February 18, May 5, and November 10, with one of these likely to be an X-Men film.
