Marvel has officially confirmed the production date for its highly anticipated film, Avengers: Doomsday, which is set to begin filming likely at the end of March 2025. The production will take place primarily in London, UK, wrapping up by August 2025.
The extensive cast list released by Production Weekly includes some familiar faces from previous Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) films. Audiences can expect to see Robert Downey Jr., back as Iron Man, coincide with the roster featuring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. Notably, Tom Holland will reprise his beloved role as Spider-Man, alongside Elizabeth Olsen, who is set to return as the Scarlet Witch. Sebastian Stan, Florence Pugh, Wyatt Russell, David Harbour, Hannah John-Kamen, Olga Kurylenko, Chris Evans, Anthony Mackie, and Benedict Cumberbatch are also part of the impressive line-up. Ana de Armas has been mentioned for a potential role, adding to the intrigue surrounding the film’s casting choices.
According to reports, Olsen's Scarlet Witch will be central to the film's plot, focusing on her attempt to redeem herself after her tumultuous arc leading up to the events of Doctor Strange: Multiverse of Madness. The story suggests she will work alongside Doctor Doom, played by Robert Downey Jr., who is portrayed not merely as evil but as a complex character attempting to save the multiverse from what he perceives as impending doom.
"Avengers: Doomsday will be a multiverse film—because it’s the conclusion of the Multiverse Saga," remarked the production team. This conclusion promises to draw together various strands of storytelling woven throughout earlier Marvel films, presenting fans with much-awaited closure and revelations.
The plot revolves around Doctor Doom's twisted ideology, wherein he believes the only way to save the multiverse is to unify all universes under his rule on the formidable Battleworld. This radical plan means not only the survival of each universe but also explores the moral grey areas faced by its heroes and villains.
Directed by the Russo Brothers, famed for their work on earlier MCU projects, Avengers: Doomsday will feature a screenplay penned by Stephen McFeely. The production is backed by Marvel’s leading figures, including Kevin Feige and Louis D’Esposito, who are producing through their AGBO banner. Their collective reputation for storytelling has fans buzzing with excitement over this endeavor.
Fans won’t have to wait too long to see the fruits of this production. Avengers: Doomsday is slated to hit theaters on May 1, 2026, with another highly anticipated Marvel film, Avengers: Secret Wars, scheduled for release shortly after on May 7, 2027. With the stage set for intense action and emotional arcs, Avengers: Doomsday is shaping up to be one of Marvel's most significant entries to date, perfectly concluding their Multiverse Saga.