Avengers: Doomsday raises significant speculation, particularly concerning Robert Downey Jr.’s portrayal of Doctor Doom in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).Following a long tenure as Iron Man, Downey’s transition to playing Doctor Doom has sparked various theories about the implications for future Avengers films. With his established history as the franchise’s primary hero, audiences are eager to understand how this shift will unfold.
While Marvel has kept the narrative of Avengers: Doomsday under wraps, clues suggest that it will mark the cinematic debut of Doctor Doom. Reports indicate a mix of returning heroes poised to confront him. Recently, some controversy arose surrounding Benedict Cumberbatch’s involvement as Doctor Strange. Initially expressing excitement about the project, Cumberbatch later indicated Doctor Strange might no longer fit the storyline, only to revise that statement. His confirmed role in Avengers: Doomsday now raises questions about how he could play a pivotal role in Doctor Doom’s introduction.
The Significance of Incursions in Marvel Studios
The Multiverse is Key to Future Avengers Installments
In the realm of Marvel Comics, Incursions play a crucial role, particularly linked to the storyline of Secret Wars, the anticipated sequel following Avengers: Doomsday. Incursions occur when two realities collide, often leading to the annihilation of one or both universes. The current Multiverse Saga within the MCU has already initiated the groundwork for Incursions through various plot elements across its films.
The first instance of an Incursion was hinted at in Spider-Man: No Way Home, where Doctor Strange cast a spell to safeguard Earth-616 from multiversal threats. The subsequent film, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, not only clarified the concept of Incursions but also depicted their consequences. Furthermore, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania introduced Kang the Conqueror, claiming responsibility for commencing a multiversal conflict linked to “endless Incursions.”Recently, The Marvels nearly culminated in an Incursion, demonstrating the rising stakes within the MCU cosmos.
The Role of Doctor Strange as a Multiversal Threat
The MCU’s Messaging on Doctor Strange’s Threat
In Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, the exploration of Incursions took a central stage, with Doctor Strange confronted by the Illuminati in Earth-838. This ensemble of heroes included notable variants like Patrick Stewart’s Charles Xavier and John Krasinski’s Reed Richards. During this crucial meeting, it was revealed that while Scarlet Witch posed a significant threat, Doctor Strange himself was seen as the principal menace across the multiverse.
Various Incursion events have been illustrated throughout the MCU, with Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness demonstrating how the character’s actions contributed to these crises. The Earth-838 variant of Doctor Strange met his downfall due to the consequences of his reckless use of the Darkhold, leading to multiversal chaos. Then there was Sinister Strange, whose violent pursuits against his variants resulted in catastrophic Incursions. Most critically, the film culminated in the revelation that Doctor Strange from Earth-616 triggered an Incursion himself.
The animated series What If…? highlights the dangers posed by alternate versions of Doctor Strange. One poignant narrative features Strange Supreme ultimately devastating his universe in a misguided attempt to save Christine Palmer, showcasing the catastrophic potential of Doctor Strange variants. His actions could have significant repercussions across the wider multiverse.
The Theory Behind Doctor Strange Saving Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday
The Multiverse Saga’s Main Antagonist Linked to Doctor Strange
A newly proposed theory posits that Doctor Strange’s confirmed participation in Avengers: Doomsday directly correlates with the introduction of Doctor Doom. Cumberbatch’s portrayal of Strange underscores his significance as a multiversal threat. Anticipated events suggest that Clea, who recruits Strange, will endeavor to avert the Incursion he inadvertently instigated. The narrative may suggest that one affected universe is where Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom originates.
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Every MCU Avengers Movie |
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Movie |
Release Date |
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The Avengers |
2012 |
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Avengers: Age of Ultron |
2015 |
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Avengers: Infinity War |
2018 |
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Avengers: Endgame |
2019 |
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Avengers: Doomsday |
2026 |
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Avengers: Secret Wars |
2027 |
Despite their efforts, Doctor Strange and Clea may ultimately fail to salvage Victor von Doom’s universe. Overcome with guilt, Strange might then transport Doctor Doom to Earth-616. Fueled by his motivations for retribution, Doom is likely to embark on a quest to obliterate all realities to forge a new domain — Battleworld — where he reigns supreme. This scenario aligns with the Illuminati’s fears regarding Doctor Strange being identified as the multiverse’s principal danger, with the events that lead to Doom’s emergence stemming from Strange’s reckless actions.
Potential Redemption for Doctor Strange in Avengers: Secret Wars
Strange’s Role as a Potential Savior of the Multiverse
While initially downplaying Doctor Strange’s role in Avengers: Doomsday, Cumberbatch did hint at his crucial involvement in Avengers: Secret Wars. Here, it’s speculated that Strange is central to the storyline surrounding Doctor Doom’s arrival in Earth-616 and his ambitions for multiversal domination.
In the comics, a character named Molecule Man will fundamentally alter the course of Secret Wars. Known for causing the obliteration of his universes, Molecule Man variants are hunted by Doctor Doom. With the MCU’s emphasis on Doctor Strange’s unintentional contributions to Incursions, it appears that Marvel is positioning him to assume a similar role as Molecule Man in Avengers: Secret Wars. Ultimately, Molecule Man assists Reed Richards in reconstructing the multiverse. This potential arc could allow Doctor Strange a chance at redemption, enabling him to restore the multiverse after the chaos incited in Avengers: Doomsday.
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