March 26, 2025 – 11:30 PM ET (Updated Live)
Marvel Studios’ surprise livestream, which kicked off at 11:00 PM ET, is continuing to deliver jaw-dropping reveals for the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday film. Following the initial unveiling of chairs for Chris Hemsworth, Vanessa Kirby, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, Letitia Wright, and Paul Rudd, the event has now introduced four more names to the roster, culminating in a major announcement that has fans on the edge of their seats. With the hashtag #AvengersDoomsday trending on X, the MCU fandom is buzzing as the cast for this highly anticipated film takes shape.
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New Chairs, New Heroes
As the livestream progressed, the camera panned to reveal additional director’s chairs, each bearing the name of a key MCU actor:
- Wyatt Russell, known for his role as John Walker (aka U.S. Agent) in The Falcon and The Winter Soldier and the upcoming Thunderbolts. Russell’s inclusion in Avengers: Doomsday was already confirmed by earlier reports, but seeing his name on the chair has solidified his role in the film. Fans are eager to see how the controversial former Captain America will fit into the new Avengers lineup.
- Tenoch Huerta Mejía, who made waves as Namor in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Huerta’s return was confirmed earlier this month, but his chair in the livestream has sparked excitement about the Sub-Mariner’s role in the Multiverse Saga. Given Namor’s complex history as both ally and antagonist, his presence in Avengers: Doomsday could signal a major conflict—or an unexpected alliance.
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach, set to portray Ben Grimm (aka The Thing) in the upcoming The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Moss-Bachrach’s chair confirms the Fantastic Four’s involvement in Avengers: Doomsday, a development that aligns with earlier reports of the team’s role in the Multiverse Saga. Fans are thrilled at the prospect of seeing The Thing team up with the Avengers to face Doctor Doom, played by Robert Downey Jr.
- Simu Liu, the biggest reveal of the night so far, known for his starring role as Shang-Chi in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Liu’s chair sent the internet into a frenzy, with fans celebrating the return of the Master of the Ten Rings. Shang-Chi’s inclusion in Avengers: Doomsday marks a significant step for the character, who has been a fan favorite since his 2021 debut. Liu’s involvement also hints at a larger role for mystical elements in the film, given the Ten Rings’ mysterious origins.
A Growing Avengers Team to Face Doctor Doom
With these new additions, the Avengers: Doomsday cast is shaping up to be one of the most expansive in MCU history. The lineup now includes:
- Chris Hemsworth as Thor
- Vanessa Kirby (rumored to be Sue Storm of the Fantastic Four)
- Anthony Mackie as Captain America
- Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes
- Letitia Wright as Shuri/Black Panther
- Paul Rudd as Ant-Man
- Wyatt Russell as John Walker/U.S. Agent
- Tenoch Huerta Mejía as Namor
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing
- Simu Liu as Shang-Chi
This diverse team brings together veterans of the MCU, new heroes, and characters with complex histories, setting the stage for an epic showdown against Doctor Doom. The inclusion of Fantastic Four members like The Thing, alongside Namor and Shang-Chi, suggests that Avengers: Doomsday will explore a wide range of Marvel lore, from the cosmic to the mystical.
