'We Can Do Whatever the Heck We Want' — Kevin Feige Says Robert Downey Jr. Is Back in Avengers: Doomsday Thanks to the Power of the MCU Multiverse

Marvel Boss Kevin Feige Talks Recasting Robert Downey Jr In MCU for ‘Avenger: Doomsday’ | Just Jared: Celebrity News and Gossip

Kevin Feige is opening about Robert Downey Jr re-joining the MCU in a different role. The 61-year-old actor, of course, first starred as Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but now, he’ll be playing villain Doctor Victor Von Doom in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. While attending 2026 CinemaCon last week, Kevin explained why the actor was recast as a villain in the next Avengers film, which is part of Phase Six. Keep reading to find out …

'We Can Do Whatever the Heck We Want' — Kevin Feige Says Robert Downey Jr. Is Back in Avengers: Doomsday Thanks to the Power of the MCU Multiverse

Marvel Studios mastermind Kevin Feige has opened up about the decision to bring Robert Downey Jr. back to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) as Victor Von Doom, saying the multiverse allowed them to do "whatever the heck we want."The comic book movie bigwig spoke about the Iron Man star’s history with Marvel during a conversation with Entertainment Weekly at CinemaCon 2026. The choice to see Downey suit up as the main villain for Avengers: Doom…

Avengers: Doomsday' casts Robert Downey Jr. as iconic villain

Avengers: Doomsday is rewriting Marvel history by bringing Robert Downey Jr. back to the MCU not as Iron Man, but as Victor Von Doom.Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige confirmed the decision was years in the making. “We...

‘Avengers: Doomsday’ team on Robert Downey Jr.’s return

Fans rejoice as Robert Downey Jr. returns to the MCU in 'Avengers: Doomsday', not as Iron Man, but as the iconic villain Doctor Doom. Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige revealed the casting decision was made three and a half years ago, aiming to have the celebrated actor portray the ...

‘Avengers: Doomsday’: Robert Downey Jr.’s return as Dr Doom; team says ‘He is ingrained in the fabric of the MCU’

Robert Downey Jr. is set to make a surprising comeback in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the iconic villain Dr. Victor Von Doom in the upcoming film ‘Avengers: Doomsday’. The film will also see other Marvel characters returning, including Chris Evans as Captain America. Release date is December this year.

“Avengers: Doomsday” team on recasting Robert Downey Jr. as iconic villain: 'His power is so immense and so beyond'

Marvel's Kevin Feige and the Russos tee up the arrival of Downey's Doom. Robert Downey Jr. at CinemaCon 2026 for 'Avengers: Doomsday'Credit: David Becker/GettyKey PointsMarvel Studios President Kevin Feige discusses recasting Robert Downey Jr. in the MCU for Avengers: Doomsday.Directors Joe and Anthony Russo tease the power level of Victor Von Doom."He played the most iconic hero. Let's have him play the most iconic villain."According to Marvel …