Who Is in the ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Cast? All the Actors Confirmed So Far (and Who Is Notably Missing…)

March 27, 2025: Marvel Studios has officially unveiled the cast for the highly anticipated film Avengers: Doomsday, slated for release on May 1, 2026. The announcement has generated significant buzz, featuring a mix of returning favorites, surprising additions, and notable absences.​

Confirmed Cast Members

Chris Hemsworth as Thor: The God of Thunder remains a central figure, continuing his journey from the original Avengers lineup. ​

Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson/Captain America: Following the events of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Mackie’s Sam Wilson fully embraces the Captain America mantle. ​

Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman: Kirby joins the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) as part of the Fantastic Four, marking a significant expansion of the superhero roster. ​

Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic: Pascal’s casting as the leader of the Fantastic Four adds star power and intrigue to the film. ​

Patrick Stewart as Professor X and Ian McKellen as Magneto: Reprising their iconic roles from the early 2000s X-Men films, their inclusion bridges previous X-Men narratives with the current MCU. ​

Letitia Wright as Shuri/Black Panther: Wright continues her portrayal of Shuri, stepping into the Black Panther role following the legacy of her brother, T’Challa. ​

Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova: Pugh returns as the skilled spy and assassin, further establishing her presence in the MCU. ​

Tom Hiddleston as Loki: The God of Mischief makes a comeback, promising more intrigue and complexity to the storyline. ​

Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier: Stan reprises his role, continuing Bucky’s redemption arc and partnership with Sam Wilson. ​

Simu Liu as Shang-Chi: Following his debut in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Liu’s character joins the Avengers lineup. ​

Paul Rudd as Scott Lang/Ant-Man: Rudd returns with his trademark humor and heroics, contributing to the team’s dynamic. ​

Wyatt Russell as John Walker/U.S. Agent: Russell’s complex character adds depth and potential conflict within the team. ​

Tenoch Huerta Mejía as Namor: Following his introduction in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Huerta’s Namor brings his aquatic prowess to the ensemble. ​

Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing: Moss-Bachrach rounds out the Fantastic Four representation, embodying the formidable and endearing character. ​

Channing Tatum as Gambit: In a surprising move, Tatum is set to portray the fan-favorite X-Men character, marking his debut in the MCU. ​

Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom: Perhaps the most unexpected casting, Downey Jr. returns to the MCU, this time as the iconic villain Doctor Doom, diverging from his previous role as Tony Stark/Iron Man.

Notable Absences

Tom Holland as Spider-Man: Despite his central role in previous Avengers films, Holland’s absence from the announced cast has raised questions among fans. ​

Benedict Cumberbatch as Doctor Strange: The Sorcerer Supreme is notably missing from the lineup, leaving fans speculating about his involvement. ​

Brie Larson as Captain Marvel: Larson’s absence is surprising, given her character’s significance in the MCU. ​

Hugh Jackman as Wolverine and Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool: Despite the inclusion of other X-Men characters, these fan-favorites are not part of the announced cast. ​

Directorial and Production Details

Avengers: Doomsday will be directed by Avengers: Doomsday, known for their work on previous Avengers films, including Infinity War and Endgame. The screenplay is penned by Avengers: Doomsday, recognized for his work on Loki, suggesting a narrative intertwined with multiverse themes. ​

Fan Reactions and Speculations

The casting announcements have elicited a mix of excitement and disappointment among fans. While the inclusion of characters from the Fantastic Four and X-Men universes has been met with enthusiasm, the absence of certain key characters has sparked debate and speculation about potential future reveals or plot developments.