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Robert Downey Jr. As The MCU’s Doctor Doom? There’s Two Explanations Headline from Forbes, from the development of Jul 28, 2024
Newest development Aug 1, 2024 · 3 reports Robert Downey Jr. didn't tell Jeremy Renner about Doctor Doom casting
Why is Marvel bringing Robert Downey Jr. back as Victor von Doom, of all people? There are two possible explanations at this point.
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Robert Downey Jr. As The MCU’s Doctor Doom? There’s Two Explanations
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‘Heartbroken’ Jonathan Majors reacts to Robert Downey Jr. replacing him as Marvel villain
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Robert Downey Jr. didn't tell Jeremy Renner about Doctor Doom casting
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GQ
Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom, Plus All the Other Big Reveals From Marvel's Comic-Con Panel ↗ (opens GQ) Published Jul 27, 2024
GQ's feed description The MCU's original box-office hero—and Oscar winner—will return to play the Fantastic Four's nemesis in the next two Avengers films.
Forbes
Robert Downey Jr. To Officially Return To The MCU As Doctor Doom ↗ (opens Forbes) Published Jul 27, 2024
Forbes's feed description Robert Downey Jr. is set to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but this time he’s swapping his Iron Man armor for the role of the supervillain Doctor Doom.
NBC News
Robert Downey Jr. sets Marvel return as Doctor Doom in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ ↗ (opens NBC News) Published Jul 27, 2024
Same headline from 1 more outlet NBC News's feed description Robert Downey Jr. is returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Doctor Doom in a new “Avengers” movie titled “Avengers: Doomsday,” which will be directed by Joe and Anthony Russo in their own return to Marvel.
Forbes
Robert Downey Jr. Is Back For New ‘Avengers’ Films But As Doctor Doom ↗ (opens Forbes) Published Jul 27, 2024
Forbes's feed description Robert Downey Jr. is starring in the next two "Avengers" movies—but he is not playing Iron Man.
Entertainment Weekly
Robert Downey Jr. returning to MCU as Doctor Doom in 'Avengers: Doomsday' ↗ (opens Entertainment Weekly) Published Jul 27, 2024
Entertainment Weekly's feed description Robert Downey Jr. is returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe — not as Tony Stark, but as Doctor Doom in 'Avengers: Doomsday.'
The Guardian
Robert Downey Jr returns to Marvel as Doctor Doom ↗ (opens The Guardian) Published Jul 27, 2024
The Guardian's feed description Iron Man actor stuns fans at San Diego Comic-Con, removing mask to reveal he will rejoin franchise in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday
The Daily Caller
‘New Mask, Same Task’: Robert Downey Jr. To Return To MCU As Dr. Doom ↗ (opens The Daily Caller) Published Jul 27, 2024
The Daily Caller's feed description Marvel Studios took to social media Saturday to announce the return of Robert Downey Jr. to Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) as supervillain Dr. Victor von Doom
UPI
Robert Downey Jr. to play Doctor Doom in new Marvel Avengers movies ↗ (opens UPI) Published Jul 27, 2024
UPI's feed description "Iron Man" icon Robert Downey Jr. has signed on to play Doctor Doom in two new Marvel Avengers movies.
New York Post
Robert Downey Jr. dramatically reveals MCU return for upcoming ‘Avengers’ movies as villain Doctor Doom ↗ (opens New York Post) Published Jul 27, 2024
New York Post's feed description Robert Downey Jr. will be returning to the Marvel Universe as notorious Fantastic Four villain Dr. Doom.
New York Post
Fans bash ‘lazy’ Robert Downey Jr’s return as Dr. Doom: Marvel ‘reduced itself to cash grabs’ ↗ (opens New York Post) Published Jul 27, 2024
New York Post's feed description Robert Downey Jr. is returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but the move may already be doomed. The 59-year-old actor was revealed as Doctor Doom, the latest villain in the "Avengers" franchise, at San Diego Comic-Con on Saturday — just five years after his previous Marvel role as Iron Man was …
The Hollywood Reporter
Robert Downey Jr. Back as Doctor Doom for Two ‘Avengers’ Movies ↗ (opens The Hollywood Reporter) Published Jul 27, 2024
The Hollywood Reporter's feed description The news came during Marvel's panel at San Diego Comic-Con.
Polygon
Robert Downey Jr. is returning to the MCU as Doctor Doom ↗ (opens Polygon) Published Jul 27, 2024
Polygon's feed description Marvel announced plans for Avengers 5 and 6 at San Diego Comic Con 2024 on Saturday, including Robert Downey Jr.’s return to the MCU in Avengers: Doomsday.
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Entertainment Weekly
Robert Downey Jr. as Doom explained: How this Marvel recasting could work ↗ (opens Entertainment Weekly) Published Jul 27, 2024
Entertainment Weekly's feed description Robert Downey Jr. will be playing Doctor Doom in the MCU. Here's how that could work, based on what we know from the comics.
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Rolling Stone
Robert Downey Jr. to Play Doctor Doom in Two 'Avengers' Films ↗ (opens Rolling Stone) Published Jul 27, 2024
Rolling Stone's feed description Robert Downey Jr. is returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe for two 'Avengers' movies.
Rolling Stone
Gwyneth Paltrow Is Also Confused About Robert Downey Jr. Playing Doctor Doom ↗ (opens Rolling Stone) Published Jul 27, 2024
Rolling Stone's feed description Marvel's decision to bring back Robert Downey Jr. to play Doctor Doom was met with applause, backlash, and confusion, including from Gwyneth Paltrow.
Forbes
Robert Downey Jr. As The MCU’s Doctor Doom? There’s Two Explanations ↗ (opens Forbes) Published Jul 28, 2024
Same headline from 1 more outlet Forbes's feed description Why is Marvel bringing Robert Downey Jr. back as Victor von Doom, of all people? There are two possible explanations at this point.
Forbes
Robert Downey Jr. Will Return To The MCU As Doctor Doom—Here’s How Fans Are Reacting ↗ (opens Forbes) Published Jul 27, 2024
Forbes's feed description Robert Downey Jr. is set to return for two "Avengers" movies as Doctor Doom, not Iron Man. Here
Forbes
Robert Downey Jr’s Casting As Doctor Doom Sparks Backlash From Fans ↗ (opens Forbes) Published Jul 27, 2024
Forbes's feed description MCU fans are shocked after Kevin Feige announced that Robert Downey Jr. will return to the MCU as Doctor Doom, not Iron Man.
The Hollywood Reporter
Robert Downey Jr. Electrified Comic-Con, but Will He Energize the Marvel Universe? ↗ (opens The Hollywood Reporter) Published Jul 28, 2024
The Hollywood Reporter's feed description In one of the biggest surprises in Comic-Con history, Robert Downey Jr. was revealed to star as Doctor Doom in a pair of 'Avengers' movies.
Insider
Robert Downey Jr. is making a surprise return to Marvel as Doctor Doom in 'Avengers Doomsday.' Here's how that's possible and what else to know about the film. ↗ (opens Insider) Published Jul 28, 2024
Insider's feed description "Avengers: Doomsday" premieres in May 2026 with Doctor Doom as the main villain. Here's what to know about the film and how Robert Downey Jr. is back.
Variety
Robert Downey Jr. Had ‘Already Met’ to Play Doctor Doom in 2005’s ‘Fantastic Four’ Before Being Cast as Iron Man, Director Jon Favreau Once Said ↗ (opens Variety) Published Jul 28, 2024
Variety's feed description Robert Downey Jr. is playing Doctor Doom in "Avengers: Doomsday," but it turns out he met for the Marvel villain role in 2005.
Polygon
When Robert Downey Jr. plays Doctor Doom he better keep the mask on ↗ (opens Polygon) Published Jul 29, 2024
Polygon's feed description How does Robert Downey Jr. play Doctor Doom when everybody knows his face belongs to Iron Man? The MCU has a chance to go where no Fantastic Four movie has.
NPR
A puzzling match made in the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Robert Downey Jr. as Dr. Doom ↗ (opens NPR) Published Jul 29, 2024
Same headline from 1 more outlet NPR's feed description The one-time Tony Stark will soon play Marvel Comics villain Doctor Doom. The news has our pop culture critic asking: Can you imagine Robert Downey Jr. saying these Doctor Doom lines?
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