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Guardians of the Galaxy star Chris Pratt says "hard action" is being taken to bring Star-Lord back to the MCU:…
Chris Pratt, who plays Star-Lord, has confirmed that discussions and actions are underway with Marvel Studios executives Kevin Feige and Lou D'Esposito to bring the character back to the MCU. While the exact timing and nature of his return remain undisclosed, Pratt expressed excitement and confidence in his vision for Star-Lord's future, potentially including appearances in upcoming major films like Avengers: Doomsday.
Vision star Paul Bettany refuses to confirm Avengers: Doomsday casting: "That's for Kevin Feige to…
Paul Bettany, star of the upcoming Disney Plus series VisionQuest, has declined to confirm his casting in the Marvel film Avengers: Doomsday. He cited the need to keep casting decisions confidential, stating that such announcements are the purview of Marvel Studios executives Kevin Feige and Louis D'Esposito. While Vision is an Avenger, Bettany's appearance in Doomsday remains unconfirmed, though his character will be featured in the VisionQuest series.
Avengers: Doomsday is currently "two and a half hours" with a "very surprising ending"
Directors Joe and Anthony Russo have confirmed that Avengers: Doomsday will have a runtime of approximately two and a half hours, shorter than Avengers: Endgame. They also teased a very surprising ending for the film, which is set to release in cinemas on December 16 in the UK and December 18 in the US.
The Russos "toyed" with showing Captain America returning the Infinity Stones in Avengers: Endgame, but it was…
Directors Joe and Anthony Russo revealed they considered showing Steve Rogers returning the Infinity Stones in Avengers: Endgame but ultimately decided against it. They discussed the possibility of a montage or even a separate movie to explore this storyline. The article also briefly mentions upcoming Marvel films like Avengers: Doomsday.
Avengers: Doomsday directors confirm Doctor Doom is collecting more MCU heroes than just Hulk, and it may have answered…
Directors Joe and Anthony Russo have confirmed that Doctor Doom's interest extends beyond Bruce Banner, suggesting he is collecting more Marvel heroes for Avengers: Doomsday. Speculation includes the kidnapping of Tom Holland's Spider-Man, with fans also theorizing about the fate of Steve Rogers.
Avengers: Endgame will overtake Avatar as the highest-grossing movie very soon after Encore's bumper box office…
Avengers: Endgame is on track to reclaim its title as the highest-grossing movie of all time following a successful re-release that grossed $86 million worldwide. The film is now only $40 million shy of Avatar's record. The success of Endgame's re-release, which included bonus scenes, bodes well for future Marvel Studios event films like Avengers: Doomsday.
Marvel fans have a theory that Doctor Doom has already kidnapped Spider-Man
A fan theory suggests Doctor Doom has already kidnapped Spider-Man, drawing parallels between a glitch in the post-credit scene of Spider-Man: Brand New Day and a similar glitch during Doctor Doom's abduction of Bruce Banner in an added scene for Avengers: Endgame Encore. This theory posits that Doom is collecting heroes, potentially linking to other fan suspicions about Steve Rogers' appearance in the Avengers: Doomsday trailer.
Avengers: Doomsday director says it's important to "surprise audiences" by making changes to beloved…
Avengers: Doomsday director Anthony Russo discussed the challenges of balancing audience expectations with creative storytelling for beloved Marvel characters. He emphasized the importance of surprising both the filmmakers and the audience with character evolution, citing the casting of Robert Downey Jr. as Victor Von Doom as a prime example of this delicate balance.
Avengers Doomsday co-director responds to fan theory that Robert Downey Jr.'s Tony Stark and Victor Von Doom are…
Avengers: Doomsday co-director Anthony Russo addressed fan theories suggesting a connection between Robert Downey Jr.'s portrayal of Victor Von Doom and his previous role as Tony Stark. Russo confirmed Robert Downey Jr. is fully committed to the role of Victor Von Doom and hinted at a deliberate connection, leaving further details for the theatrical release.
Anthony Russo says they haven't announced the full Avengers: Doomsday cast yet, and he gets confused about who has…
Co-director Anthony Russo stated that the full cast for Avengers: Doomsday has not yet been announced and admitted to getting confused about who has been revealed. He and his brother Joe Russo are still actively involved in the film's production. The article lists several confirmed cast members and speculates on potential appearances by characters like Wolverine and Spider-Man.
Anthony Russo breaks down the Steve and Peggy Avengers: Endgame Encore bonus footage: "That's where Doomsday…
Co-director Anthony Russo discussed the new bonus footage in Avengers: Endgame Encore, which features an altered ending that directly sets up the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. The scene shows Loki interacting with Steve Rogers and Peggy Carter, hinting at the origins of 'Doomsday' and its connection to the Time Variance Authority.
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: Endgame Encore will seemingly look different to the 2019 Marvel original
The "Encore" edition of Avengers: Endgame, set to release on September 25, will feature new footage and improved color grading compared to the original 2019 film. Directors Joe and Anthony Russo have stated this version is intended to connect the story to the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, releasing December 18.
Joe Russo says Avengers: Endgame is "required viewing" to understand Avengers: Doomsday, and Encore will "connect the story of the two movies"
Directors Joe and Anthony Russo state that Avengers: Endgame Encore is essential viewing before Avengers: Doomsday, as it directly connects the stories of the two films. The Encore re-release features color grading and approximately four minutes of bonus footage, marking the first Avengers movie since Endgame in 2019.
The Russo Brothers' foreword to key Avengers: Doomsday comic inspiration prove they understand the assignment for…
Directors Anthony and Joe Russo have provided a foreword for the 'Avengers: Time Runs Out' comic, highlighting its significance as inspiration for the upcoming 'Avengers: Doomsday' film. They emphasize Doctor Doom's complex psyche, describing him as a character driven by ambition and fear who attempts to control reality. The Russo brothers draw parallels between Doom's character arc and the themes of self-destruction through difficult decisions, suggesting a potentially compelling portrayal by Robert Downey Jr.
Avengers: Doomsday star Sebastian Stan says he's never seen a full script of the movie so has "absolutely no…
Sebastian Stan, who plays Bucky Barnes, revealed he has not seen a full script for the upcoming Marvel movie Avengers: Doomsday. He stated that directors Anthony and Joe Russo provided only scattered scenes to prevent spoilers, a common practice for Marvel productions. The film is set to feature a large ensemble cast including Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom.
Chris Evans says Steve Rogers has a "brutal" arc in Avengers: Doomsday, and the Russo brothers "beat the…
Chris Evans revealed that Steve Rogers will have a "brutal" arc in Avengers: Doomsday, with directors Joe and Anthony Russo enjoying putting the hero through hardship to define his heroism. The article also touches on Rogers' return after Avengers: Endgame, the potential involvement of Peggy Carter, and fan theories about Hydra Cap. An Avengers: Endgame rerelease is planned to bridge the gap to Doomsday.
Avengers: Doomsday directors confirm the runtime is "substantial"
Directors Anthony and Joe Russo confirmed that Avengers: Doomsday will have a "substantial" runtime, potentially exceeding three hours, making it the longest MCU film to date. While the exact runtime is still being finalized during the editing process, cast members like Robert Downey Jr. have praised the film's current cut. The movie is set to introduce a new era for the Marvel Cinematic Universe and is scheduled for release on December 18.
The Russo brothers are starting to "sweat" over how soon Avengers: Secret Wars starts filming
Directors Anthony and Joe Russo confirmed that filming for Avengers: Secret Wars is set to begin very soon, causing them some stress as they are still finishing Avengers: Doomsday. Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige stated that the decision to not schedule films between the two Avengers movies was a strategy to focus on quality. Avengers: Secret Wars is slated for a December 17, 2027 release.
Avengers: Doomsday directors got "chills" when they heard Robert Downey Jr.'s controversial Doctor Doom…
Directors Joe and Anthony Russo revealed that Robert Downey Jr. surprised them with his Doctor Doom voice for Avengers: Doomsday, a take that has divided fans. Downey Jr.'s performance in the trailer, featuring a fictional Latverian accent, drew comparisons to a Dracula impression for some, while the directors found it chilling. Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige defended the character's introduction, comparing it to Thanos' build-up.
