The End… or a New Beginning?
Picture this: The Avengers, X-Men, and Fantastic Four standing side by side in an all-out battle for the fate of the multiverse. Doctor Doom emerges from the wreckage, his presence towering, his intellect unmatched. And just when we think we’ve reached the final chapter BOOM
– The MCU reboots itself!
That’s the promise of Avengers: Secret Wars, the biggest event since Endgame, and its lead-up film, Avengers: Doomsday. At ScreenDollars, we’ve been tracking every update, leak, and fan theory to break down exactly what you need to know. Let’s dive in.
Everything Confirmed So Far
Two-Part Finale: Avengers: Doomsday & Secret Wars
- Avengers: Doomsday (2026) – Setting the stage for the ultimate multiversal battle.
- Avengers: Secret Wars (2027) – The grand culmination of the Multiverse Saga.
- Directors: The Russo Brothers are back, bringing the same minds behind Infinity War and Endgame.
- Key Players: Doctor Doom, Fantastic Four, Kang the Conqueror, and the return of past Avengers.
Marvel is making Avengers: Doomsday the setup film, introducing Doom and reshuffling the MCU’s power dynamics before Secret Wars delivers the final punch.
If this sounds like an overstuffed cast, that’s because it is. Marvel is swinging for the fences, but with Secret Wars, it needs to be more than just nostalgia bait for fans of the comics, and the MCU alike.
Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom? What We Know
The most shocking revelation of San Diego Comic-Con 2024 was that Robert Downey Jr. is back in the MCU—but not as Tony Stark. Instead, he’s playing Doctor Doom, one of Marvel’s most iconic villains.
The Russo Brothers recently hinted that Doom’s introduction is deeply tied to Iron Man’s legacy. We just can’t let him go, can we? They refused to explain how RDJ’s return fits into the Secret Wars story but teased that there’s no one else in the world who could play this role.
Does this mean Doom is a Tony Stark variant?
Could we see a multiversal showdown between Doom and another version of Iron Man?
Marvel is no stranger to multiversal mind-benders (Loki, No Way Home, Multiverse of Madness), but if they pull this off right, Secret Wars could be the most insane MCU event yet
The Biggest Fan Theories (for now)
1️⃣ Secret Wars Will Reset the MCU
- Rumors suggest Secret Wars will reboot the entire MCU, merging the X-Men, Fantastic Four, and Avengers into one unified timeline.
- The new Sacred Timeline could erase past continuity errors and allow major recastings (like a new Iron Man or Captain America).
- At ScreenDollars, we’ve seen industry speculation suggesting Marvel is using Secret Wars as a soft reset—something the franchise might desperately need after Phase 4’s mixed reception.
2️⃣ Doom Will Be a Bigger Threat Than Thanos
- Thanos wanted balance, but Doom wanted control! Many believe Doom’s introduction signals a long-term villain arc beyond Secret Wars.
- Could Doctor Doom become the central villain for the next MCU era? If Marvel plays this right, Doom could finally bring the kind of intellectual, power-hungry villain the MCU has SERIOUSLY lacked since Thanos.
3️⃣ Secret Wars Will Bring Back Every Past Hero
- The multiverse concept means we could see Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man, Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine, and even past Avengers return.
- Marvel insiders claim this could be the most star-studded superhero lineup ever, but will it be more than just fan service?
- If done right, this could be Endgame 2.0. It could feel like a desperate attempt to keep the MCU relevant if done wrong.
ScreenDollars Take: Cautiously Optimistic
Marvel’s recent struggles (Ant-Man: Quantumania, The Marvels, Eternals) show that audiences are tired of weak stories and excessive CGI fests. However, Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars present an opportunity to course-correct.
✅ The Russo Brothers’ return boosts confidence.
✅ The multiverse potential is huge—if handled correctly.
❌ But Marvel must deliver a focused story without unnecessary complexity.
At ScreenDollars, we’re excited but wary. If Secret Wars is just a nostalgia-fueled cameo fest, it could collapse under its weight. But if Marvel tightens its storytelling, this could be the cinematic event of the decade.
What’s your boldest Secret Wars prediction? Drop it in the comments!
Stay tuned with ScreenDollars for more updates on Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars!
