Marvel Studios 'Avengers: Doomsday' Casting Announcement - Who's Set to Feature?
- Elliot Lines
- Mar 27
- 4 min read
By Elliot Lines - March 26, 2025
Marvel Studios has finally unveiled the star-studded cast for Avengers: Doomsday, the highly anticipated next chapter in the MCU’s blockbuster saga. Packed with returning fan favourites, the film promises to be one of the most ambitious superhero spectacles yet. As the franchise builds toward its next epic showdown, the reveal of who will be suiting up has sent shockwaves through the fandom. Here’s everything you need to know about the faces joining the fight.
Chris Hemsworth
Thor
Chris Hemsworth has been the face of Thor since the character’s first appearance in Thor (2011). He has appeared in multiple MCU films over the years, the God of Thunder remains a central figure in the franchise.
Vanessa Kirby
Sue Storm
Vanessa Kirby has been cast as Sue Storm, the Invisible Woman, in the MCU’s Fantastic Four reboot. She’ll make her first appearance in The Fantastic Four: First Steps.
Anthony Mackie
Captain America
Anthony Mackie has played Sam Wilson, formerly known as the Falcon, since Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014). After taking up the mantle of Captain America in The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, he has lead his own film, Captain America: Brave New World.
Sebastian Stan
Bucky Barnes
Sebastian Stan has portrayed Bucky Barnes, also known as the Winter Soldier, since Captain America: The First Avenger (2011). He’s been a recurring presence in the MCU, appearing in multiple films and shows.
Letitia Wright
Black Panther
Letitia Wright plays Shuri, who took up the mantle of Black Panther following the passing of King T’Challa in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022). She will continue to play a key role in the MCU’s future as Wakanda’s protector.
Paul Rudd
Ant-Man
Paul Rudd plays Scott Lang, better known as Ant-Man, in the MCU. He first appeared in Ant-Man (2015) and has since taken on a major role in the franchise, showing up in Captain America: Civil War, Ant-Man and The Wasp, Avengers: Endgame, and more.
Wyatt Russell
U.S. Agent
Wyatt Russell plays John Walker, a soldier chosen to be the new Captain America before ultimately becoming U.S. Agent. The character debuted in The Falcon and The Winter Soldier.
Tenoch Huerta Mejia
Namor
Tenoch Huerta Mejía brought Namor, the ruler of Talokan, into the MCU in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022).
Ebon Moss-Bachrach
The Thing
Ebon Moss-Bachrach has been cast as Ben Grimm, aka The Thing, in Fantastic Four: First Steps.
Simu Liu
Shang-Chi
Simu Liu made his MCU debut in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021), where he played the title role of Shang-Chi, a skilled martial artist with a destiny tied to the mysterious Ten Rings.
Florence Pugh
Yelena
Florence Pugh portrays Yelena Belova, the adoptive sister of Natasha Romanoff and a skilled assassin. She made her first appearance in Black Widow (2021) and later showed up in Hawkeye. Her character will return in Thunderbolts*.
Kelsey Grammer
Beast
Kelsey Grammer originally played Dr. Hank McCoy, aka Beast, in the X-Men films. Now, he’s bringing the character into the MCU.
Lewis Pullman
Sentry
Lewis Pullman is stepping into the MCU as Bob Reynolds, also known as Sentry, in Thunderbolts*.
Danny Ramirez
The Falcon
Danny Ramirez plays Joaquín Torres, who takes on the mantle of Falcon following Sam Wilson’s promotion to Captain America. First introduced in The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, and appeared in Captain America: Brave New World.
Joseph Quinn
Johnny Storm
Joseph Quinn is taking on the role of Johnny Storm, also known as the Human Torch, in Marvel’s Fantastic Four: First Steps.
David Harbour
Red Guardian
David Harbour plays Alexei Shostakov, also known as the Red Guardian, a Russian super-soldier and father figure to Natasha Romanoff and Yelena Belova. After debuting in Black Widow (2021), he’s set to return in Thunderbolts*.
Winston Duke
M'Baku
Winston Duke plays M’Baku, the leader of the Jabari Tribe in Wakanda. Introduced in Black Panther (2018), his character has grown in importance, with M’Baku now ruling Wakanda.
Hannah John-Kamen
Ghost
Hannah John-Kamen first played Ava Starr, aka Ghost, in Ant-Man and The Wasp (2018). With her ability to phase through objects, she’s returning in Thunderbolts, where she’ll team up with other antiheroes in the MCU.
Tom Hiddleston
Loki
Tom Hiddleston has brought the mischievous Loki to life since Thor (2011), becoming a fan-favourite character. Despite several “deaths” over the years, Loki remains a crucial part of the MCU.
Patrick Stewart
Professor X
Patrick Stewart has long been the definitive Charles Xavier, also known as Professor X. After making a brief cameo in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022), he is set to return in Avengers: Doomsday (2026).
Ian McKellen
Magneto
Ian McKellen is known for playing Magneto in the X-Men film series. After years of speculation, he will officially join the MCU in Avengers: Doomsday.
Alan Cumming
Nightcrawler
Alan Cumming first played the teleporting mutant Nightcrawler in X2: X-Men United (2003). Now, he’s making his long-awaited return to the role.
Rebecca Romijn
Mystique
Rebecca Romijn was the original Mystique in the early X-Men films, bringing the shape-shifting mutant to life. She is set to reprise the role in Avengers: Doomsday (2026).
James Marsden
Cyclops
James Marsden portrayed Cyclops in the X-Men films, and he’s finally making his way into the MCU.
Channing Tatum
Gambit
After years of rumors, Channing Tatum is officially playing Gambit in the MCU. He made his debut in Deadpool & Wolverine.
Pedro Pascal
Reed Richards
Pedro Pascal will make us debut later this year as Reed Richards, also known as Mr. Fantastic, in the MCU’s upcoming Fantastic Four: First Steps.
Robert Downey Jr
Doctor Doom
Robert Downey Jr., famously known for playing Tony Stark/Iron Man, is taking on a new role as Victor Von Doom, aka Doctor Doom, in the MCU.
