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Russo brothers reveal why they turned down Avengers: Doomsday despite Robert Downey Jr’s plea

‘We just didn't have a story,’ says Joe Russo

The Independent UK

Upcoming Marvel Phase 6 movies & TV shows: The Fantastic Four, Avengers: Doomsday & more

Marvel's Thunderbolts will close out phase 5, but the MCU will continue into late 2025 and beyond with these highly-anticipated movies and shows.

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Kevin Feige was behind the decision to bring Robert Downey Jr. in as Doctor Doom, and the conversation was had "a while ago"

The Marvel Studios president came up with the surprise casting move for Avengers: Doomsday

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Avengers: Doomsday directors say there's "nobody else in the world" who could play Doctor Doom like Robert Downey Jr. in "the way he's about to"

Anthony Russo has high praise for Robert Downey Jr'.s Doctor Doom

Total Film

Robert Downey Jr. is the only actor who could play Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday, directors say

'Avengers: Doomsday' director Anthony Russo has teased "nobody else in the world" could play Doctor Doom in the upcoming Marvel blockbuster other than Robert Downey Jr.

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‘That’s something I'll carry for the rest of my life’: Robert Downey Jr. reflects on Iron Man role

Robert Downey Jr. is honoured to be associated with the "iconic superhero" Iron Man

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"He is so dialed in": Robert Downey Jr. is coming up with backstory and costume ideas for Doctor Doom ahead of Avengers: Doomsday

The film hits theaters next year

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Robert Downey Jr 'so immersed' in Doctor Doom preparation

Robert Downey Jr. is "so immersed" in creating his new MCU role, Doctor Doom.

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John Malkovich shares why he constantly turned down ‘gruelling’ Marvel films

‘If you’re going to hang from a crane in front of a green screen for six months, pay me’

The Independent UK

Robert Downey Jr’s sweet Marvel Valentine’s Day post delights fans as he teases return to franchise

‘Love you 3000,’ several of the actor’s followers replied

The Independent UK

'Your Friendly Neighbourhood Spider-Man': Jeff Trammell and Mel Zwyer talk Ironman cameo; Robert Downey Jr’s MCU return in 'Avengers: Doomsday'

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is set to experience yet another seismic shift as Robert Downey Jr trades in his Ironman suit to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the villain - Doctor Doom.

The Times of India

Colman Domingo met with Marvel to discuss villain rumours: ‘Something didn’t feel right ‘

Jonathan Majors was sacked by Marvel after being found guilty of assaulting his ex-girlfriend

The Independent UK

Robert Downey Jr learned 'what I wasn't' from Saturday Night Live

Robert Downey Jr. learned "what [he] wasn't" as a performer thanks to his brief stint on 'Saturday Night Live' in the 1980s.

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32 Actors Who Set Records With Their Film Salaries

These paychecks changed the game.

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Anthony Mackie excited to see what Robert Downey Jr. 'brings to the table' in Avengers: Doomsday

With Robert Downey Jr. slated to play Doctor Doom in 'Avengers: Doomsday', Captain America star Anthony Mackie has said he is excited to see what the former Iron Man actor "brings to the table" as the villain.

The Independent UK

Surprise ex-Marvel star returning to MCU in new Avengers film

Another familiar face will show up in the 2026 blockbuster

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Chris Evans ‘returning for Avengers: Doomsday’

After Robert Downey Jr. was confirmed to be returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe for 'Avengers: Doomsday', Captain America star Chris Evans is now rumoured to also be making his way back to the franchise for the upcoming blockbuster in an undisclosed role.

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Captain America star Chris Evans reportedly joins Robert Downey Jr. in MCU return for Avengers: Doomsday, but it's not clear who he's playing

The Avengers: Doomsday cast continues to surprise

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‘He’s going to get it!’ Anthony Mackie teases Captain America vs. Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday

After finishing work on 'Captain America: Brave New World', Anthony Mackie can't wait to battle Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom in 'Avengers: Doomsday'.

The Independent UK

Elon Musk mocks Ben Stiller with offensive Tropic Thunder reference over Kamala Harris support

‘Zoolander’ star previously shared his support of Vice President Kamala Harris, saying he was ‘excited about moving forward’

The Independent UK

Ben Stiller says he doubts if Tropic Thunder would be made today: ‘Edgier comedy is just harder to do’

Film featured Robert Downey Jr’s character in blackface

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Peter Andre's nose job was inspired by Robert Downey Jr

Pop star Peter Andre underwent a nose job after shooting to fame and he's now revealed his new look was inspired by Robert Downey Jr.

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Avengers stars assemble to endorse Kamala Harris – by brainstorming an election catchphrase

Actors Robert Downey Jr, Scarlett Johansson, Mark Ruffalo, Don Cheadle, Chris Evans, Danai Gurira and Paul Bettany appear in video, released days before the US election

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Robert Downey Jr. isn't worried about Marvel creating AI versions of him

Robert Downey Jr. isn't concerned about Marvel Studios using artificial intelligence to recreate his likeness in future blockbusters, though has vowed to sue any movie executive who attempts to bring him into their film through machine learning technology.

The Independent UK

Robert Downey Jr, Mark Ruffalo and The Avengers take to Instagram to make presidential endorsements

‘Shazam’ star Zachary Levi claims that Trump has assembled a team of political superheroes, but how will the likes of Robert Downey Jr, Mark Ruffalo and Scarlett Johansson really be voting on November 5?

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