The highly anticipated film Avengers: Doomsday has officially announced its full cast, delighting fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Set to hit theaters on December 18, 2026, the film promises to bring together a mix of seasoned actors and newcomers, following a delay in its original release date. The excitement surrounding the project intensified when Robert Downey Jr. revealed his return to the franchise as the iconic villain, Doctor Doom, at the 2024 San Diego Comic-Con.
A Star-Studded Line-Up
Joining Downey in this epic ensemble is a roster of familiar faces and fresh talent. Sebastian Stan will reprise his role as Bucky Barnes, the Winter Soldier, while Chris Hemsworth returns as Thor. Fans last saw Hemsworth in Thor: Love and Thunder, where he shared the screen with Natalie Portman, who played Jane Foster, the Mighty Thor.
Tenoch Huerta Mejía, who made his debut as Namor in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, will also return in Doomsday. Anthony Mackie is set to appear as Captain America, following his role in Captain America: Brave New World.
The cast also includes Paul Rudd as Ant-Man, last seen in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, and Letitia Wright, who takes on the role of Black Panther, having stepped into the mantle following the passing of Chadwick Boseman in Wakanda Forever.
Newcomers and Returning Favorites
Among the new additions is Ebon Moss-Bachrach, known for his role in The Bear, who will portray The Thing in the franchise, initially appearing in The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Another notable newcomer is Joseph Quinn, who will introduce Johnny Storm in the same film before transitioning to Doomsday.
The film will also see the return of Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova, Alan Cumming as Nightcrawler, and Kelsey Grammer as Beast, all of whom have strong ties to the X-Men franchise. Additionally, Tom Hiddleston will reprise his fan-favorite role as Loki, and Patrick Stewart returns as Professor X.
With a blend of returning heroes and new characters, Avengers: Doomsday is poised to deliver an unforgettable cinematic experience. As MCU fans eagerly await the film’s release, the anticipation continues to build around this star-studded project.
