Marvel and Robert Downey Jr. have stirred excitement by hinting that the cast announcements for the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday are far from over. Following a recent livestream that unveiled an impressive lineup of 26 new cast members, fans were treated to the news that production has officially begun. Notably, Channing Tatum will return to the screen as the beloved X-Men character Gambit. You can explore the full cast list here.

However, the absence of several fan-favorite MCU characters like Tom Holland's Spider-Man, Chris Evans' Captain America, and other notable heroes such as Hulk, Hawkeye, Nick Fury, and Rhodey has sparked discussions among fans. On the X-Men front, the list lacks Deadpool, Wolverine, Storm, and Jean Grey, leaving many to wonder about their potential involvement.

In response to the fan outcry, Robert Downey Jr., who will portray Doctor Doom after his iconic run as Iron Man, took to Instagram to tease that more announcements are on the horizon. His post read, “That’s what u call a deep bench of talent. Actually it’s more like a row, but an extra long one… That must be it.. right?” Marvel further fueled speculation by commenting, "there's always room for more," while the Russo Brothers, the film's directors, cryptically stated, "It’s time…"

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With the cast announcements still unfolding, the question remains: who else might join the epic battle in Avengers: Doomsday? Share your predictions in the comments below.

The Russo brothers have previously indicated that Avengers 5 and 6 will serve as a "new beginning," setting the stage for the future of the MCU in Phase 7. Joe Russo shared insights into their creative process, emphasizing their focus on complex villains, stating, “The only thing I’ll say about the movie is this: we love villains who think they’re the heroes of their own stories. That’s when they become three-dimensional and they become more interesting. When you have an actor like Robert Downey, you have to create a three-dimensional, well shaped character for the audience. That’s where a lot of our focus is going.”

Avengers: Doomsday is slated to hit theaters on May 1, 2026, with Secret Wars following in May 2027. Leading up to these major releases, fans can look forward to Thunderbolts* in May 2025, the TV series Ironheart in June, and the kickoff of Phase 6 with The Fantastic Four: First Steps in July. Moreover, Marvel Studios has added three untitled projects to its 2028 schedule, hinting at potential new ventures, including a much-anticipated X-Men film.