Avengers 5 Rebranded as Doomsday Featuring RDJ as Doctor Doom

The MCU's Future is Set

Doomsday, the upcoming fifth installment in the Avengers franchise, has been rebranded. The new title hints at an ominous future for the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

The film will feature Robert Downey Jr. (RDJ) as Doctor Doom, marking the official introduction of the Fantastic Four's greatest villain into the MCU. This casting choice sets the stage for the MCU's future direction and the potential introduction of the Fantastic Four themselves.

Doomsday is directed by the Russo Brothers, who helmed Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. The film is scheduled to hit theaters on May 1, 2026.