Avengers: Doomsday — All We Know About the Storyline and the X-Men Invasion
Marvel Studios has ignited excitement online with its latest film announcement: Avengers: Doomsday. After a five-hour live stream revealing the cast, fans were amazed by an incredible lineup of more than twenty characters — featuring a surprising array of X-Men from the Fox universe. This remarkable crossover has fueled rampant speculation, and a potential plot leak might provide insight into what could become one of the most daring projects in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) to date.
Here’s what we know about Avengers: Doomsday so far, covering the rumored narrative, the involvement of the X-Men, and how Doctor Doom (portrayed by Robert Downey Jr.) fits into the multiversal turmoil.
The Cast Reveal: A Multiverse of Characters
Marvel’s cast reveal for Avengers: Doomsday was a spectacle in itself. Over several hours, the studio introduced an impressive ensemble of characters, many originating from various realities. Noteworthy additions include:
– Sam Wilson’s Captain America (Anthony Mackie)
– Members of the Thunderbolts, including Sentry (Lewis Pullman)
– The Fantastic Four, led by Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal)
– A collection of X-Men from the Fox universe, such as:
– Professor X (Patrick Stewart)
– Magneto (Ian McKellen)
– Beast (Kelsey Grammer)
– Gambit (Channing Tatum)
– Jean Grey (Famke Janssen)
– Storm (Halle Berry)
– Wolverine (Hugh Jackman)
– X-23 (Dafne Keen)
– Deadpool (Ryan Reynolds)
– Elektra (Jennifer Garner)
– Blade (Wesley Snipes)
– Ghost Rider (rumored to be played by Nicolas Cage)
This diverse cast across the multiverse strongly indicates that Avengers: Doomsday will serve as the apex of years of storytelling spanning multiple franchises.
Plot Leak: A Clash of Avengers and X-Men?
As per a Reddit post summarizing insights from Marvel insider Alex Perez, the main conflict in Avengers: Doomsday will center on a multiversal incursion — an intersection of two universes. One of these is Earth-616, home to the MCU’s Avengers, while the other is an alternate X-Men universe reminiscent of the Fox films.
Here’s a summary of the rumored plot points:
– Monica Rambeau (Teyonah Parris), now an “Anchor Being,” inadvertently triggers the incursion while attempting to return from the alternate universe showcased in The Marvels.
– The Avengers, under Sam Wilson’s leadership, perceive the X-Men as intruders in their reality.
– Conversely, the X-Men, led by Professor X and Magneto, believe the Avengers are the aggressors.
– A significant battle unfolds, mirroring the Avengers vs. X-Men storyline from the comics.
– Carol Danvers (Brie Larson), Hulk (Mark Ruffalo), and Wong (Benedict Wong) strive to rescue Monica.
– Kamala Khan (Iman Vellani) searches for younger heroes, employing her bangle to assist in bringing Monica back.
– Spider-Man (Tom Holland) finds himself reluctantly involved in the battle and might obtain the symbiote costume during the film.
– Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) and Clea (Charlize Theron) delve into the multiversal threat.
Doctor Doom: The Anti-Hero of the Narrative
Robert Downey Jr.’s return to the MCU — not in the role of Iron Man, but as Doctor Doom — is one of the most captivating aspects of Avengers: Doomsday. According to the leak, Doom envisions himself as the protagonist of the story, akin to Thanos in Avengers: Infinity War.
Doom allegedly despises Kang the Conqueror and the Time Variance Authority (TVA), aiming to dismantle their grip on the multiverse. The climactic section of the film is said to occur within the TVA, culminating in a multiversal war that paves the way for Avengers: Secret Wars.
The Position of the Fantastic Four
While details are limited, the Fantastic Four are reported to be living harmoniously in their own universe until Reed Richards begins experimenting with the multiverse. This meddling could pull them into the broader struggle, aligning them with the Avengers against the X-Men — or possibly against Doom himself.
Loki and the TVA Involvement
Loki (Tom Hiddleston) is believed to be a crucial character in the film, potentially acting as a “MacGuffin” — an item or character that propels the story. Sylvie (Sophia Di Martino) may also make an appearance, though her fate remains uncertain.
What’s at Stake?
With such an extensive cast and a high-stakes narrative, Avengers: Doomsday is shaping up to be a landmark moment in
