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Geek Tyrant
6 hours ago
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AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY Actress Rebecca Romijn Talks About the Script Still Not Being Finished — GeekTyrant
While Avengers: Doomsday is officially in production, it turns out the script isn't quite locked in. This latest update comes straight from Rebecca Romijn, who's making her long-awaited return to the Marvel universe as Mystique in the highly anticipated 2026 film, which is being directed by Joe and Anthony Russo. Romijn spoke during a panel at San Diego Comic-Con and offered some honest insight, saying: 'The script hasn't — they haven't finished writing it. It's been very, very fun, and we don't know yet. They keep everything very close to the vest themselves in an effort to keep everything under wraps.' When asked whether she's finished filming or has more to shoot, Romijn responded, 'not quite sure.' Her answers were carefully measured, giving fans just enough to spark curiosity while keeping the rest locked down. On whether she's read the full script, she simply replied: 'I cannot confirm nor deny that I have read the entire script.' As for which actors she shares scenes with? 'Can't say.' Despite the tight-lipped nature of the production, Romijn did reflect on the surreal experience of stepping back into the blue body paint nearly two decades after X-Men: The Last Stand . 'It was very surreal to be with my old cast as well as a new cast. I had crazy dreams while I was there for a large chunk of shooting. Like, really kind of regressive dreams.' Her comments here come on the heels of Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige addressing how the studio handles scripts during production. While he insisted that Marvel never starts filming without a script, he also emphasized the studio's culture of constant evolution, something he refers to as 'plus-ing.' 'In fact, there is 'plus-ing' occurring on the set of Avengers: Doomsday as we speak. There's plus-ing happening every day on the Avengers: Doomsday set right now, and it is amazing to watch because what those filmmakers, those actors, both the ones that are playing these characters for the first or second time and the one playing them for the 10th or 12th time, are the best in the world at it, and know these characters so well. 'So if they have an idea, you want to listen to it and you want to adjust to it and you want to improve it. I wouldn't want to change that.' So yes, the Avengers: Doomsday script is not finalized, this is just a part of Marvel's process, and it explains a lot about why their movies have been hit and miss over the last few years. . The film is currently set to hit theaters on December 18, 2026.
Yahoo
10 hours ago
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Robert Downey Jr. Ditches Iron Man Armor, Pockets $80M+ to Become Doctor Doom
Robert Downey Jr. is officially returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. But this time, he's not flying in as Iron Man. Instead, he's switching sides, trading his iconic red and gold armor for the dark, menacing mask of one of Marvel's most feared villains: Doctor Doom. Yes, that Doctor Doom. The armored tyrant of Latveria. And Marvel is pulling out all the stops and all the money to make it happen. A Payday Fit for Doom: Downey's Historic Deal According to a bombshell report from Variety, Downey will earn 'significantly more' than $80 million to portray Victor Von Doom in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and its follow-up, part of the next era of Avengers films. That figure already catapults him into one of the highest-paid actors in movie history for a single role. But this deal isn't just lucrative. It's legendary. Downey's previous stint with Marvel saw him rake in an estimated $500 million to $600 million, thanks to starring roles in Iron Man (2008 to 2013), four Avengers movies, and lucrative cameos in Spider-Man: Homecoming, Captain America: Civil War, and The Incredible Hulk. Now, Marvel is sweetening the pot even more to bring him back as their flagship villain. The Russo Brothers Return By Downey's Demand This deal didn't fall from the sky overnight. Sources say negotiations for Downey's comeback have been in motion for over a year. And there was one non-negotiable clause that sealed the deal: the return of Anthony and Joe Russo. 'He wanted the Russo brothers helming the movie, and that's the only way he would have it,' a source told Variety. Marvel agreed. The Russo brothers, who previously directed Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame, will now return to direct Avengers: Doomsday and its sequel. And they're not doing it for charity either. The siblings will reportedly earn $80 million to direct both films, plus performance-based bonuses if the movies hit $750 million or $1 billion at the box office. In a rare move for Marvel, the studio has also agreed to let the Russos produce the films through their own production company, AGBO, a massive deviation from Marvel's usual tight in-house control. Tony Stark Who? Downey Jr. Is Going Full Villain Mode While fans may be divided over losing Iron Man as a hero, industry insiders are buzzing about what Downey's Doom could mean for the MCU. Doctor Doom, Victor Von Doom, is more than just a supervillain. He's a dictator, a scientific genius, a mystic, and one of the most powerful antagonists in the Marvel canon. For years, fans speculated on who could possibly fill the role in the MCU's next chapter. Few imagined it would be the man who defined Marvel's heroic age. But Downey is ready to rewrite his legacy. According to Variety, the actor's new deal also comes with a platinum package of A-list perks including private jet travel, top-tier personal security, and a lavish trailer compound wherever the film shoots. Avengers: Doomsday Is the Most Expensive Marvel Gamble Yet With Robert Downey Jr. headlining as Doctor Doom and the Russo brothers calling the shots, Avengers: Doomsday is shaping up to be the most expensive and high-stakes Marvel film to date. The MCU's Phase 6 needs a hit, especially following mixed reactions to recent titles and a crowded post-Endgame landscape. Marvel is clearly banking on nostalgia, star power, and sheer scale to reignite the box office flame. And it's betting hundreds of millions that Downey can do it, even from the other side of the fight. If Doomsday lands the way Marvel hopes, it could mark a new golden age of villain-led franchises. And if it doesn't? At least Downey, the Russos, and AGBO will be walking away with bank accounts worthy of Stark Industries. The post Robert Downey Jr. Ditches Iron Man Armor, Pockets $80M+ to Become Doctor Doom appeared first on Where Is The Buzz | Breaking News, Entertainment, Exclusive Interviews & More. Solve the daily Crossword
Screen Geek
a day ago
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'Fantastic Four' Star Ebon Moss-Bachrach Previously Played Another MCU Character
The future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is looking bright with the success of The Fantastic Four: First Steps . The film has done well with both audiences and critics as well as at the box office. With its titular superhero team set to reappear in Avengers: Doomsday , it may be interesting to note that star Ebon Moss-Bachrach previously played another MCU character prior to his tenure as Ben Grimm aka The Thing. Marvel Studios carefully chose the cast for The Fantastic Four: First Steps , making sure everyone worked well together while also embodying the characters they were portraying for the big screen. Fortunately, everyone seems to have done a great job with their respective roles, with Moss-Bachrach receiving praise for portraying a tricky character given the use of CGI and VFX involved. Years prior to playing The Thing, however, Ebon Moss-Bachrach actually portrayed a character in a very different MCU project as far back as 2017. This isn't the first time that a MCU actor played two separate parts in the ongoing film and television franchise, but it's certainly interesting considering just how different these projects – and Moss-Bachrach's roles – have turned out. The aforementioned role from 2017 can be identified in the hit Netflix series The Punisher , a show that was unfortunately canceled alongside the platform's other Marvel shows before they were eventually moved to Disney Plus. In the MCU series, Ebon Moss-Bachrach played a character named David Lieberman, who also went by the name Micro. While Lieberman will likely be retired as far as MCU appearances go, Ebon Moss-Bachrach mentioned the character in addition to his role as Ben Grimm aka The Thing while speaking with Entertainment Weekly. Fittingly enough, he noted that both of his MCU roles were tributes to major Marvel creators Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. 'I think it's cool that Micro is named David Lieberman, who takes his last name from Stan Lee,' the actor explained. 'Then Ben Grimm is this Kirby amalgamation. So, in my brief two portrayals of Marvel characters, I've hit the two big guys. It's a deep honor that I take to heart.' It's nice to know that Moss-Bachrach found some connective tissue between these two otherwise unrelated characters. While many fans might not even recognize that Moss-Bachrach previously played a role in the MCU, it's fitting to see that he now has a much bigger role as he continues to carry on the legacy of The Thing and the people who created him.
Yahoo
4 days ago
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'Fantastic Four's' Vanessa Kirby on Robert Downey Jr.: ‘The Most Incredible Human Being'
Star of the newly released film Fantastic Four: First Steps, Vanessa Kirby, seems to be enjoying her new role as Sue Storm. Thus far, as a part of the Marvel universe, Kirby has only had rave reviews for her castmates throughout the process. While Kirby and on-screen husband Pedro Pascal (Reed Richards) spent plenty of time bonding ahead of Fantastic Four: First Steps filming, she's also gushed about Joseph Quinn (Human Torch) and Ebon Moss-Bachrach (Ben Grimm). Now, Kirby and the rest of the Fantastic Four will make the leap over to filming Avengers: Doomsday, the highly anticipated 2026 film. In doing so, Kirby is set to work alongside longtime Marvel star Robert Downey Jr., who'll portray the villain Doctor Doom. While speaking on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Kirby had the highest of praise for Downey Jr., calling him an "incredible human being." "He's the most incredible human deep, kind," Kirby said of Downey. "He's been an amazing leader to us, considering we're the newbies, you know, and a lot of the others have known this world for a really long time. He's just doing the most amazing work." It's a strong review of the former Iron Man star, who's flipping to the "bad" side of Marvel for the newest addition to the Avengers franchise. It's also one that many have echoed about Downey Jr., who's been a beloved member of the series since initially portraying Iron Man. Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled to hit theaters on December 18, 2026, after being pushed back from its initial May release.'Fantastic Four's' Vanessa Kirby on Robert Downey Jr.: 'The Most Incredible Human Being' first appeared on Men's Journal on Jul 25, 2025 Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
5 days ago
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Robert Downey Jr. reveals another Marvel comic in his Avengers: Doomsday reading material, and this one could be teasing a Doctor Doom vs. Iron Man showdown
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Robert Downey Jr. has teased yet another Marvel comic in his collection of Avengers: Doomsday reading material – and this one is even more wild and cryptic than the last. On his personal Instagram, Downey posted another video that shows him listening to a song titled 'Change of Scenery' by his son, Indio Downey, before panning over to a table that shows the comic Secret Wars #1 by Jim Shooter as well as Iron Man: Legacy of Doom by Bob Layton and David Michelinie. Legacy of Doom, which hit shelves in 2008, sees Iron Man team up with Doctor Doom as part of a deal to save the world... until Doom sells Iron Man to Mephisto in exchange for an enigmatic artifact. In Secret Wars, in which the story is told over the course of 12 issues, a villain called The Beyonder sends the Avengers to a planet known as Battleworld, in which they are trapped and locked into (seemingly) eternal battle with other villains. Of course, this is seemingly the basis of Avengers: Secret Wars, which will follow Doomsday. It's worth noting that this is the comic book arc where Spider-Man receives his famous all-black costume that ends up being a living alien symbiote – which attempts to take over Peter's mind before attaching itself to Eddie Brock and becoming Venom. Yesterday, Downey posted himself reading West Coast Avengers # I took as an unofficial confirmation that the long-rumored West Coast Avengers debut will indeed come to fruition in Avengers: Doomsday. But will we see Downey return as Iron Man for a brief moment, or is this just a cheeky tease for hardcore Marvel fans? Either way, I'm very down to watch him battle himself, if that's where this is all going. Avengers: Doomsday is set to hit theaters on May 1, 2026. Avengers: Secret Wars will release on May 7, 2027. For more, check out our list of all the upcoming Marvel movies and shows you need to know about. Solve the daily Crossword
