Marvel Studios has finally found its footing after the constant disappointments since the Infinity Saga concluded. The studio has once again captured the attention of millions with its latest ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ cast reveal.
However, if you felt underwhelmed by the recent announcement, don’t worry; the studio isn’t done yet. A slew of surprises still awaits, and the possibility of even more iconic heroes joining the battle remains.
Marvel Studios ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Cast Reveal Isn’t Over Yet
The long, drawn-out unveiling process may have tested the patience of fans. However, it served its purpose in building anticipation. With names slowly being revealed one by one, Marvel successfully dominated headlines. Additionally, rather than a grand cinematic trailer or an explosive press release, Marvel chose to tease fans with a slow burn.
The reveal was stretched out over hours, with each actor being announced roughly every 13 minutes. While it was an undeniably creative marketing tactic, it left many wondering if it was worth the time investment. The biggest shock, however, was not the method of revelation but rather the names missing from the lineup.
Fans were quick to notice the glaring absence of key characters like Spider-Man, The Hulk, Star-Lord, and Daredevil. Even with 26 names unveiled, it seems impossible that Marvel Studios would move forward without some of these heavy hitters. Benedict Cumberbatch, who has confirmed his return as Doctor Strange, wasn’t included in the reveal.
So, this suggests that the list announced so far is only a portion of the full roster, likely featuring only the primary leads rather than the entire ensemble. Similarly, reliable sources have strongly hinted that Tom Holland will reprise his role as Spider-Man, yet his name was also missing from the revealed list. Another notable absence was Chris Evans, despite persistent rumors and speculation.
Marvel has remained very secretive about whether the original Captain America will return. However, The Hollywood Reporter still claims that Evans is expected to appear in “at least one of the two-part movies”. ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ or its sequel, ‘Avengers: Secret Wars‘ will likely be the film.
Marvel Is Likely Preparing For Other Major Reveals
If you thought Marvel was done with surprises, think again. The studio itself has hinted that today’s announcement was only the beginning. In response to Robert Downey Jr.’s social media post, Marvel’s official Instagram account strongly implied that there’s more to come. All of its shenanigans suggest that another major reveal is in the works.
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When and how that will take place remains unclear. Beyond what was announced today, there’s still the exciting prospect of unexpected cameos. Marvel has a history of keeping major surprises under wraps. ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ managed to keep the return of Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield a secret (despite leaks). So, ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ will likely have its own share of shocking appearances.
There’s also the fact that ‘Avengers: Secret Wars’ is scheduled to begin filming shortly after ‘Doomsday’ wraps production. The cast reveal was just a small piece of a much larger puzzle. While it provided an initial glimpse into the lineup, it left plenty of room for speculation.
