Marvel Studios has revealed a special look at its upcoming superhero film Avengers: Doomsday during the D23 Disney fan event. The footage features Robert Downey Jr in his new role as Doctor Doom, marking a major change for the actor after his long association with Iron Man.
Downey appears as the powerful villain in several dramatic moments. In one scene, Doctor Doom is shown standing with his arms outstretched in front of an army. Another shot shows him sitting on a glowing green throne, giving fans an early idea of the scale and style of the character.
The footage was introduced by several members of the cast, including Robert Downey Jr, Chris Evans and Hayley Atwell. The new material also gives a glimpse of the threat created by Doctor Doom and how other characters react to his arrival.
Among those seen in the footage are Reed Richards and Sue Storm, along with Thor and a large group of Sentinels. Their reactions suggest that Doctor Doom could become a major threat to several characters and teams in the upcoming film.
The event also included a lighter moment involving Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds. The two actors appeared in a video message jokingly offering to join the cast. Their appearance added some humour to an otherwise serious presentation.
Chris Hemsworth also shared the reveal with fans ahead of the movie’s release. Avengers: Doomsday is currently scheduled to arrive in theatres on December 18, 2026.
The casting of Robert Downey Jr as Doctor Doom has attracted considerable attention because of his previous role as Tony Stark and Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. His return in a completely different role is expected to create questions about how the film will connect Doctor Doom to the larger multiverse storyline.
The new footage has provided fans with the first major look at Downey’s Doctor Doom while keeping much of the film’s story under wraps. More information about the character and the larger plot is expected to be revealed as the December 18, 2026 release date approaches.