Marvel fans are losing their minds as Avengers: Doomsday officially kicks off production – complete with a cast reveal that includes none other than Kelsey Grammer returning as Beast.
Production on Avengers: Doomsday is officially underway, and in typical Marvel fashion, they kicked things off with a livestream.
But not just any livestream – this one focused entirely on director chairs. That’s right, fans tuned in by the thousands to watch a camera slowly pan across a lineup of name-tagged chairs. And while it might sound absurd, the reveal turned into a major MCU bombshell.
Robert Downey Jr. Returns… But Not as Iron Man
The biggest shock? Robert Downey Jr. is back in the MCU. But no, he’s not suiting up as Tony Stark. Instead, he’s playing none other than Victor von Doom – a twist that has Twitter melting faster than Vibranium in Wakanda. The Russo Brothers are back to direct, reuniting with Downey for what’s shaping up to be the most ambitious Marvel event since Endgame.
Kelsey Grammer’s comeback as Hank McCoy, aka Beast, marks a nostalgic and surprising twist in Marvel’s evolving multiverse saga. Best known for his portrayal of the blue-furred genius in Fox’s X-Men franchise, Grammer’s inclusion signals a bold move by Marvel Studios to bridge legacy characters into the MCU’s expanding Phase 6 narrative. With Avengers: Doomsday introducing Doctor Doom and uniting heroes from across timelines, Grammer’s Beast could play a key role in merging the Fox universe with Marvel’s core continuity. Fans are already speculating whether this Beast will align with the Avengers or challenge their motives in a post-Endgame world.
Who’s In, Who’s Out: A Stacked Cast Revealed
As the livestream kept rolling, Marvel confirmed a long list of returning and debuting characters:
- Chris Hemsworth (Thor)
- Anthony Mackie (Captain America)
- Letitia Wright (Black Panther)
- Paul Rudd (Ant-Man)
- Sebastian Stan (Winter Soldier)
- Florence Pugh (Yelena Belova)
- Simu Liu (Shang-Chi)
- Tenoch Huerta (Namor)
- Wyatt Russell (John Walker)
- Kelsey Grammer (Beast)
- Vanessa Kirby (Sue Storm)
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach (The Thing)
- Lewis Pullman (Sentry)
- Danny Ramirez (Falcon)
Yes, That’s the Fantastic Four
Vanessa Kirby and Ebon Moss-Bachrach represent a crossover milestone, officially linking the Fantastic Four: First Steps cast to the Avengers timeline. With Doctor Doom in the mix, it’s clear that Marvel is building toward Secret Wars in a very big way.
Why Fans Are Losing It
The chair reveal wasn’t just a stunt – it was a breadcrumb buffet for fans. Every name teased a storyline, and the absence of others sparked speculation. (No Tom Holland? No Brie Larson? Hmmm.)
And yes, the chair for Robert Downey Jr. read “Victor von Doom.”
What to Expect Next
Avengers: Doomsday drops May 1, 2026. And if that wasn’t enough, Avengers: Secret Wars lands just one year later, on May 7, 2027, with both helmed by the Russos. Screenwriter Stephen McFeely is also back, solidifying this as an all-star reunion for Marvel’s powerhouse team.
Bottom line? The multiverse isn’t the only thing in chaos. So is the fanbase. And we’re here for it.
Stay tuned for more leaks, lineup shuffles, and official announcements as Marvel enters its most chaotic phase yet.
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