Any MCU fan would love to see Robert Downey Jr. come back to the long-running franchise. However, his return as Doctor Doom caused confusion and disappointment amongst fans. When you think about it, the Oscar-winning actor's triumphant MCU return is written in the stars, and here are 5 reasons why Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom casting makes sense in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

5 Reasons Why Robert Downey Jr.'s MCU Return as Doctor Doom Makes Sense

Doomsday is nigh, and Marvel fans couldn’t be happier. Avengers 5 was sputtering there for a while, ever since it lost both director Destin Daniel Cretton and its villain/title character in Jonathan Majors’ Kang, but now it’s speeding along better than ever. Not only are the Russo brothers back to helm it, but Robert Downey Jr. himself is returning to the MCU as the big bad this time, Doctor Doom.

Marvel has confirmed ‘Avengers: Doomsday’s first characters, and they reveal the crossover we’ve been dying to see for 20 years

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Deadpool & Wolverine is continuing to impress at the worldwide box office, having broken multiple records already. Alongside its financial success, the movie has also proven to be the latest success story of the highly profitable MCU. One of the jokes from the film’s trailer that caught fans’ attention was one where Deadpool referred to […]
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Deadpool & Wolverine Director Explains What ‘Marvel Jesus’ Joke Really Meant

What was meant to be, no longer is. With Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man/Tony Stark and Chris Evans’ Captain America/Steve Rogers stepping down, the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has entered a new era called the Multiverse Saga. During Super Bowl LVIII, Marvel Studios, along with Ryan Reynolds (Deadpool/Wade...

Marvel’s Ghost Rider, Daredevil Cut by Disney

Jonathan Hickman and Marco Checchetto's chart-topping series Ultimate Spider-Man sees its eighth issue out this week from Marvel Comics. Ultimate Spider-Man's suit has an AI akin to Black Mirror's tech, reflecting Peter Parker's personality but with autonomy. Peter Parker’s new suit may have its own ambitions, possibly aiming to replace...

Ultimate Spider-Man's Costume Is Right Out Of Black Mirror (Spoilers)

Disney has confirmed an end date for Deadpool. It’s been a long time coming, but Deadpool is officially part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) – the third installment in the franchise – premiered in July and has already raked in $590.6 million at the box office, setting it on track to become the highest-grossing R-rated film of all time.

Goodbye, Deadpool: Disney Confirms End of Controversial Superhero

The Avengers franchise is one of the most popular of all time, a game-changer that redefined how audiences consumed superhero stories. It's also brought in some of the most money at the box office ever, with Avengers: Endgame currently being the second highest-grossing film of all time, sitting at an incredible $2.7 billion. The franchise remains the blueprint for the shared cinematic universe, allowing each character to blossom throughout the continued story.

The Worst Character in Every Avengers Movie

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Hellboy got his first movie in 2004 — before Iron Man, Doctor Strange, or Green Lantern, or got their first movies. A sequel followed in 2008, and then a reboot came in 2019. All of these movies were in the general shape of big blockbuster-y movies. But the Hellboy comics, created by Mike Mignola, are often way darker and spookier, and way closer to straight-up horror stories than more traditional superhero tales.

Hellboy Finally Goes Full Horror In ‘The Crooked Man’ Trailer

Marvel stars bid farewell to a beloved friend and colleague. During Super Bowl LVIII, Marvel Studios announced through Ryan Reynolds (Deadpool/Wade Wilson) and his “frenemy” Hugh Jackman (Wolverine/Logan) that the long-awaited third installment in the Deadpool series will be titled Deadpool & Wolverine. With Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron...

Disney Releases Touching Eulogy for Late Marvel Legend

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the landmark horror A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984). The film, which introduced the iconic villain Freddy Krueger (Robert Englund), transformed the face of the genre, blending the then-typical slasher (only a relatively new breed at the time with the likes of Halloween and Friday the 13th) with disturbing supernatural elements only a creative genius like director Wes Craven could dream up.

Robert Englund’s Freddy Krueger Finally Makes Long-Awaited Return

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Marvel has given a pair of ambiguous, currently untitled movies 2027 release dates. While Avengers: Secret Wars is scheduled to be released in United States theaters in May 2027, Marvel Studios has now announced release dates for two additional projects that will be coming at a later date. One untitled Marvel movie will open in […]

Marvel Announces 2027 Release Dates for 2 Secret Movies

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In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

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One of the biggest cameos in Deadpool & Wolverine was Lady Deadpool and now the actress and her creator are sharing the fun way the casting is perfect for the character!. Caution: This article contains SPOILERS for Deadpool & Wolverine. Deadpool & Wolverine became a monster hit, grossing a whopping...

Lady Deadpool's actress shares the surprising reason she was perfect for the role!

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"Deadpool & Wolverine" leaves the door open for Ryan Reynolds to return for "Deadpool 4" in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Ryan Reynolds says he'll only make 'Deadpool 4' if he's 'capital B broke.' Here's what to know about a potential fourth film.

Batman is never short on villains to fight — his extensive Rogues Gallery probably has more individuals than Arkham Asylum could ever house at a single time. And we’ve never been short on seeing them in action, in whatever form of storytelling media that might be. But when...

Live-Action Batman Horror Movie: First Official Trailer Arrives

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

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There are our favorite superhero movies in which the main character did not deserve all the credit in the end.

32 Superhero Movies Where A Supporting Character Was The Real Hero

The scene in which Wade Wilson/Deadpool (Ryan Reynolds) and Logan/Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) jump through one of Doctor Strange’s swirling, sparkling interdimensional portals is already embedded within our collective consciousness and it’s probably the most iconic shot in Deadpool & Wolverine (2024), which was only released just under two weeks ago.

Deadpool and Wolverine Have Already Been Recast, as Ryan Reynolds Casts Doubt Over MCU Return

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Deadpool might have a big part to play in Avengers: Secret Wars.

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Why Doctor Doom Always Wears a Mask, Explained

Doctor Doom's iconic mask serves a greater purpose in Marvel Comics than many fans may know. In an epic San Diego Comic-Con twist, Marvel Studios President...

Why Doctor Doom Always Wears a Mask, Explained

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