Anthony and Joe Russo have revealed that Robert Downey Jr. is deeply involved in crafting Doctor Doom’s history for the upcoming film “Avengers: Doomsday.” The announcement of Downey Jr.’s role as the renowned villain in Marvel was made at San Diego Comic-Con in 2024, and he will portray Doctor Doom in Avengers films 5 and 6.
Joe Russo says Robert Downey Jr. is writing Dr. Doom’s backstory, pitching costumes
In an exclusive chat with Entertainment Tonight, Anthony and Joe Russo (yours truly) delved into their upcoming film The Electric State. However, the spotlight soon turned to our forthcoming Marvel projects, particularly the enigmatic role of Doctor Doom, played by Robert Downey Jr. Joe shared some fascinating insights, stating, “The character development is quite an intense journey…He’s so engrossed in it, so dedicated.
He also disclosed that Downey Jr. is working on developing the background story and brainstorming costume concepts for his role. The director further mentioned, “We had a conversation with him this morning prior to our meeting, discussing it…He has a deep affection for complex characters. I believe he recognizes a significant potential in this character.
During a recent conversation with GamesRadar+ about the upcoming movie, Joe Russo expressed that they aim to surpass their earlier versions of themselves. They feel compelled to do so because they must outshine the Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame films in some way, or at least provide an equally captivating journey for viewers.
Moreover, Anthony Russo joined the discussion, describing the forthcoming Avengers films as a remarkable chance not only for them but also for viewers. He emphasized their dedication to providing the desired experience for everyone.
Significantly, it’s anticipated that “Doomsday” will hit the big screen in May 2026, and “Secret Wars” will follow suit in May 2027.
Originally reported by Ishita Verma on SuperHeroHype.
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