There’s a new rumor about ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ that might bring a reunion to Marvel fans that they didn’t expect. The report states that Sir Anthony Hopkins will return as Odin in the final battle of the movie, with Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom.
Odin And Doom Have Comic Book History
The role would be more than a cameo if it’s true. Facing Doom, Odin could be one of the biggest match-ups in the MCU, particularly given the immense strength both characters have shown in Marvel Comics. However, let’s face it, if Hopkins’ Odin faced off against Downey’s Doom, it would be that kind of fan-service that would make the already huge finale feel like a real myth.
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The comics give a fascinating perspective on this rumored battle. Odin has crossed paths with Doctor Doom on several occasions, and their relationship has often been defined by Doom’s relentless ambition and his desire to obtain powers beyond his natural limits.
An especially memorable plot arc was Doom trying to influence or gain some mystical power related to Asgard. He’s been in conflict with powerful beings like Odin, Thor, and other Asgardians on more than one occasion because of his desire to become godlike. So it feels like a very natural idea for Odin to face Doom in ‘Doomsday’. However, the MCU could go much further with the concept.
It Would Be A Battle Worthy Of The Avengers Finale
Doctor Doom will likely be one of the most threatening characters in Marvel’s upcoming story, as Odin is one of the most powerful former gods in the MCU. They could be put head-to-head, and Doom’s threat could be instantly revealed.
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The most important question is: would Odin come back from the dead, or would he come through another reality? The multiverse is a big deal, and Marvel can get him back in a variety of ways without erasing the emotional impact of his death.
Imagine Doom thinks he’s finally better than the gods and Odin shows up to stop him. That battle could make ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ the most mythical of all Marvel films. And if the speculation proves true, then Marvel might have one of its biggest surprises for the very end.
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