Following the exciting reveal of 26 new cast members for the highly anticipated Avengers: Doomsday, Marvel Studios and Robert Downey Jr. have hinted that the announcements are far from over. In a recent livestream, Marvel unveiled the extensive lineup of actors joining Robert Downey Jr., who will portray Doctor Doom, marking the start of production for this epic superhero film.

Among the notable additions, fans were thrilled to see Channing Tatum reprising his role as the beloved X-Men character, Gambit. You can check out the complete Avengers: Doomsday cast list here.

However, the absence of several key Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) characters has not gone unnoticed. Notable omissions include Tom Holland’s Spider-Man, Chris Evans’ Captain America, and other fan favorites like Hulk, Hawkeye, Nick Fury, and Rhodey. On the X-Men front, Deadpool, Wolverine, Storm, and Jean Grey are also missing from the announced cast.

Despite the disappointment expressed by fans, there may still be hope. Robert Downey Jr. took to Instagram to tease that more announcements are on the horizon. "That’s what u call a deep bench of talent," he posted, hinting at an extensive cast yet to be revealed. Marvel Studios further fueled speculation by commenting, "there's always room for more," while directors the Russo Brothers added, "It’s time…"

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This suggests that Marvel is not done unveiling the full roster for Avengers: Doomsday. The question remains: who else might join this blockbuster event? Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments section.

Earlier this month, the Russo brothers, co-directors of the film, described Avengers 5 and 6 as a "new beginning" that will set the stage for Phase 7 of the MCU. Joe Russo emphasized their focus on crafting villains who believe they are the heroes of their own narratives, a concept they plan to explore deeply with Robert Downey Jr.'s portrayal of Doctor Doom.

Avengers: Doomsday is slated to hit theaters on May 1, 2026, with Secret Wars following in May 2027. Prior to these releases, fans can look forward to Thunderbolts* in May 2025, the TV series Ironheart in June, and the kickoff of Phase 6 with The Fantastic Four: First Steps in July.

Additionally, Marvel Studios has scheduled three untitled movie projects for 2028, with release dates set for February 18, May 5, and November 10. Speculation is rife that one of these films could be an X-Men project, adding another layer of excitement to the MCU's future.