Marvel fans hoping to see Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk play a major role throughout ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ might be disappointed by a new rumor suggesting that the character has a surprisingly limited presence in the upcoming crossover event.
Doctor Doom’s Encounter With Bruce Banner Could Explain Hulk’s Absence
If you’ve ever wondered why Hulk isn’t around, it might be because of his encounter with Doctor Doom. If you’ve ever wondered why Hulk is not around, it may be because of his encounter with Doctor Doom.
A new leak claims that Hulk will only be seen in the final battle of the film. That means Bruce Banner would be missing for much of the movie and only showing up for the big finale. There’s something about the MCU that makes this rumour so interesting.
The Hulk appears in the post-credits scene of ‘Avengers: Endgame Encore’, when Doctor Doom enters Banner’s underground bunker where he transforms into the Hulk. But when the camera returns, the Green Giant has mysteriously disappeared.
That was a split-second moment that may have been more significant than fans realized. The Russo brothers have also made some interesting comments about Banner’s involvement in the film. In the past, Joe Russo said that Banner was certainly involved in the story that revolves around Doom, while Anthony Russo didn’t confirm if the character would be in the film.
The comments don’t necessarily mean that Hulk will have a big role, but they do give the opportunity for speculation. If the post-credits scene is directly followed by ‘Doomsday’, it’s possible that Doom somehow manages to capture, manipulate, or even recruit Hulk. That could explain why Banner doesn’t appear throughout much of the movie.
Is Hulk Going To Fight For Doctor Doom?
Here’s where things get particularly interesting. If Hulk really has been taken by Doom, his eventual appearance in the final battle could carry much bigger implications than a simple superhero entrance. Hulk could be a weapon in Doom’s hands to use against the Avengers, forcing the rest of the heroes on Earth to fight their strongest ally.
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Alternatively, Banner could be playing along with Doom’s plans before eventually turning against him. But the thought of Hulk being captured and the Avengers having to come to his rescue before the final battle comes to mind too.
It might be better to save Hulk for the end if Marvel is looking to make his return feel like a big deal. It’s only fitting that the original Avengers’ powerhouse is coming back in the biggest battle. But the biggest question is, will Hulk be on Doom’s side when the final battle goes down?
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