Doomsday Writer Calls Iron Man's Return a Betrayal, Excited for Doom

The writer for Avengers: Doomsday, Stephen McFeely, expresses excitement about the idea of Robert Downey Jr. returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Doctor Doom instead of reprising his role as Iron Man. Initially resistant to the concept, McFeely now sees it as a thrilling opportunity that honors Tony Stark's finale in Endgame. Marvel Studios continues to tread cautiously regarding character resurrections, wanting to maintain the significance of character deaths while exploring new roles for familiar actors. The upcoming films, including Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars, are slated for production despite recent challenges faced by the MCU.

Yes, it has been confirmed that Robert Downey Jr. will portray Doctor Doom in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and potentially in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, marking his return to the MCU in a new role.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has seen significant evolution and character development over the last decade, starting from the original Iron Man film in 2008, which launched the franchise. Over the course of its journey, the franchise has introduced numerous beloved characters and epic story arcs. The upcoming Avengers film highlights the MCU's strategy of reinvention and nostalgia while tackling broader themes and crossovers, ultimately keeping the audience engaged and eager for what’s next.