Avengers: Doomsday - The Return of an Iconic MCU Character Unveiled
Avengers: Doomsday - A Direct Sequel to Avengers: Endgame
With Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday on the horizon, fans are in for a treat as the film is poised to be a direct sequel to the 2019 blockbuster Avengers: Endgame. Directors Joe and Anthony Russo have confirmed this connection, making Avengers: Endgame mandatory viewing before the Doomsday premiere on December 18, 2026.
According to industry insider Daniel Richtman, Doomsday stems directly from the events of Endgame. While the specifics of this connection are yet to be confirmed, this intriguing detail has fans buzzing with anticipation. Marvel's decision to re-release Endgame two months before Doomsday with a new post-credits scene only solidifies the link between the two films.
Doctor Doom's Arrival and Steve Rogers' Return
Avengers: Doomsday will bring back Robert Downey Jr. as the new villain, Doctor Doom, marking a significant turn for the franchise. Yet, another exciting revelation is the potential return of Steve Rogers, despite actor Chris Evans' denial of his involvement in the film.
Steve Rogers' return could be the key to connecting Endgame and the end of the Multiverse Saga. His decision to time travel in Avengers: Endgame might be the inciting incident for Doctor Doom's arrival in the MCU. Fans speculate that Rogers' timeline interference could attract Doctor Doom to Earth-616, setting up the events of Doomsday.
The Evidence for Steve Rogers' Return
Leaked set photos hint at a 1950s setting, roughly the time of Steve Rogers and Peggy Carter's life in a branch timeline. Chris Evans has also been spotted recently sporting a superhero physique, stirring up more speculation about his return.
Moreover, Hayley Atwell, who plays Peggy Carter, and Evans were initially reported to be a part of Doomsday by The Hollywood Reporter, further fueling the rumor mill.
The Fate of Steve Rogers
If Doctor Doom's arrival is indeed linked to Steve's time-traveling decision in Endgame, it could lead to a tragic twist for Steve and Peggy's storyline. Doomsday might reveal a different ending to their story, potentially robbing Steve of his peaceful retirement with Peggy and thrusting him back into the fight against Doctor Doom.
Whether or not Steve Rogers gets his happy ending, it seems that Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars will likely mark Chris Evans' final appearances as the character. This development leaves room for the introduction of a new iteration of Steve Rogers in the MCU's soft reboot post-Multiverse Saga.
With Avengers: Endgame returning to theaters on September 25, 2026, and Avengers: Doomsday opening on December 18, 2026, fans have a thrilling journey ahead, possibly leading to a heart-wrenching farewell to Chris Evans' beloved Captain America.