Avengers: Doomsday
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The X-Men assemble in place of the Avengers in Maximum X-Men #1 preview
Marvel Comics is launching Maximum X-Men in December, featuring a team led by Storm that includes Wolverine, Colossus, Bishop, Iceman, Psylocke, Firestar, and Justice. Writer Christopher Yost and artist Tony S. Daniel aim to capture a classic X-Men feel with big adventure and character drama, as the team defends Earth in the absence of the Avengers. Their first challenge will be an invasion from the Negative Zone.
Zack Snyder says now is the perfect time for a Dark Knight Returns adaptation as audiences are "exhausted by comic…
Director Zack Snyder believes now is the opportune moment for an adaptation of Frank Miller's The Dark Knight Returns, suggesting audiences are fatigued by current superhero movie trends. He feels that alongside Watchmen, The Dark Knight Returns represents the complete cycle of the superhero comic book medium.
Simu Liu seemingly just confirmed he's in Avengers: Secret Wars as he gives another update on long-awaited…
Simu Liu has seemingly confirmed his involvement in the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe film Avengers: Secret Wars. While discussing a potential sequel to Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Liu mentioned having to complete 'Doomsday, then Secret Wars' first. This suggests a significant role for his character in the multiversal crossover event.
Avengers: Endgame Encore will feature under 2 minutes of new footage in regular screenings
The re-release of Avengers: Endgame, titled Avengers: Endgame Encore, will feature minimal new footage in its regular screenings, with the standard version adding just over two minutes. A special "Infinity Vision" version will include approximately five minutes of new content. Directors Joe and Anthony Russo have teased the added scenes will connect Endgame to the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday.
Avengers: Doomsday star Kelsey Grammer shared his thoughts on Beast in resurfaced comments, and fans think he doesn't understand the character
Kelsey Grammer, reprising his role as Beast in Avengers: Doomsday, shared his interpretation of the character as a figure of integrity akin to Martin Luther King Jr. However, fans have pointed out that this view contrasts sharply with the comic book portrayal of Hank McCoy, who has recently acted as a villain and undergone dark experiments, leading to discussions about Grammer's understanding of the character.
What is Avengers: Endgame Encore? Marvel's new re-release, explained
Avengers: Endgame Encore is a theatrical re-release of Avengers: Endgame, featuring four minutes of bonus footage, a new post-credits scene, and a sneak peek at Avengers: Doomsday. The re-release, which has a runtime of 185 minutes and is presented in IMAX and Infinity Vision formats, is considered required viewing by the Russo brothers to bridge the narrative gap before Avengers: Doomsday's release on December 18.
A decade on from Civil War, Captain America star Chris Evans thinks he might be team Iron Man
Chris Evans, who plays Captain America, reflects on the 10th anniversary of Captain America: Civil War and admits he might personally lean towards Team Iron Man's stance on superhero control. He acknowledges the controversy but stands by his character's position in the film.
Marvel had its biggest month ever on Disney Plus in August thanks to Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Avengers: Doomsday
Marvel achieved its highest-ever month on Disney Plus in August, driven by the success of "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" and anticipation for "Avengers: Doomsday." The company reported over 420 million hours streamed in August, with "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" also performing strongly at the box office.
VisionQuest showrunner confirms when the upcoming TV show takes place on the Marvel timeline
VisionQuest showrunner Terry Matalas confirmed that the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe series takes place approximately four years after Spider-Man: No Way Home, placing it in 2028 and current with Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The show will explore Vision's internal struggles and his connection to his son, Tommy Shepherd, following the events of WandaVision. Despite being billed as a conclusion to the WandaVision trilogy, Matalas indicated it could be a sequel with potential for future seasons.
Thor director Kenneth Branagh says Marvel wanted to "horizontalize" the movie's Dutch angles, but it was…
Director Kenneth Branagh discusses how Marvel Studios considered removing the distinctive Dutch angles from the movie Thor, but he is glad the costly change was not made. He explains the angles were inspired by Thor comic books and served a purpose in conveying the story's epic scale. The article also briefly mentions upcoming projects for Branagh and the character Thor.
We're less than 100 days out from Avengers: Doomsday and it's already made $40 million
Avengers: Doomsday has already achieved a record-breaking $40 million in domestic pre-sales in the US, 100 days before its December 18, 2026 release. This strong performance suggests it could potentially surpass Avengers: Endgame's worldwide gross. The film faces competition from Dune: Part 3 and will see a re-release of Endgame on September 25.
Avengers: Secret Wars gets its best tease yet as Kevin Feige reveals it will tell a "new story" inspired by…
Marvel boss Kevin Feige has provided new teases for the upcoming film Avengers: Secret Wars, inspired by the 2015 comic storyline. Feige stated that the MCU adaptation will weave together threads from various comic runs and films to create a new story, featuring beloved characters and Doctor Doom as a central villain. The article also mentions Noah Jupe's casting in an unnamed role, potentially as the Beyonder or Franklin Richards.
It seems like Marvel fans can see Avengers: Doomsday 2 days early in some locations – here's how
Marvel fans may be able to see Avengers: Doomsday two days before its official December 18 release date through special advance screenings in select locations, such as a December 16 showing in California. The film has already generated $40 million in pre-sale tickets, and Robert Downey Jr. is confirmed to return as Victor Von Doom.
Cinema isn't dead after all as 2026 marked the biggest summer ever at the box office
The summer of 2026 marked the highest-grossing season ever at the US box office, earning $4.76 billion. This success was driven by major blockbusters like Spider-Man: Brand New Day and The Odyssey, as well as surprise hits and franchise sequels. Industry experts believe this resurgence has reminded audiences of the joy of moviegoing, potentially revitalizing the cinema industry.
Sebastian Stan pitched a "Sicario-esque" Winter Soldier movie to Kevin Feige, and it sounds incredible
Sebastian Stan pitched a "Sicario-esque" Winter Soldier movie concept to Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige, envisioning a low-budget thriller focused on Bucky Barnes' obsession with a figure from his past. While Feige expressed interest, the project has not materialized. Stan also discussed his role in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and his undisclosed part in The Batman 2.
Avengers: Doomsday director Joe Russo says going into production without a script allowed for "magic"
Avengers: Doomsday co-director Joe Russo defended the decision to begin production without a completed script, calling it an improvisation-based approach that allows for "magic" to happen with actor contributions. Despite this unconventional method, the film is set to release on December 18, featuring a large ensemble cast.
Despite saying he'd love to return, Eternals star Kit Harington says he doesn't think Marvel has "any…
Kit Harington, who played Dane Whitman in Marvel's Eternals, expressed a desire to return as Black Knight but believes there are no current plans for the character. He highlighted the potential for exploring addiction themes through the Ebony Blade. Despite the setup in the post-credits scene, the character's future in the MCU, including a potential Blade movie, remains uncertain.
Marvel fans wonder if Loki's backstory has been forgotten, but there could be an explanation
Marvel fans have questioned whether the studio has forgotten Loki's frost giant heritage due to his appearance with the Time Variance Authority. Discussions among fans suggest that Loki's Asgardian guise is a permanent transformation initiated by Odin, rather than a sustained magical disguise, and his frost giant traits only manifest near specific artifacts or beings.
Avengers: Doomsday star Chris Evans says he returned as Steve Rogers because he feels "very at home with the…
Chris Evans stated that returning as Steve Rogers in Avengers: Doomsday was an easy decision because he feels a strong connection to the character. He will appear in both Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, with the latter releasing next year. Evans hinted at an "interesting situation" for Rogers, suggesting the character will face significant challenges.
Jeremy Renner teases Hawkeye MCU return after 5 years and no Avengers: Doomsday announcement
Jeremy Renner has teased a potential return as Hawkeye on his Instagram, five years after his last appearance. While not officially cast in upcoming films like Avengers: Doomsday or Avengers: Secret Wars, this could be a nod to the upcoming Avengers: Endgame Encore release. Renner also discussed a potential second season of his Disney Plus series Hawkeye, noting a significant pay cut offer.
