Robert Downey Jr stunned fans at SDCC 2024 with a surprise appearance to announce his return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Doctor Doom in the upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday. Dressed as a masked man in a green suit, RDJ unmasked himself and confirmed his return to the MCU, thrilling Marvel fans. The video shared by Marvel Studios on social media showcases the ecstatic reactions from fans present in Hall H at the San Diego Comic-Con as they screamed in joy upon RDJ’s reveal. Marvel Studios captioned the video post, “‘New mask, same task.’ Robert Downey Jr surprises Hall H to announce his return to the MCU as Doctor Doom.” SDCC 2024: The Russo Brothers To Helm ‘Avengers–Doomsday’ and ‘Avengers–Secret Wars’; Official Logos of Upcoming Marvel Films Unveiled.

Robert Downey Jr is returning to the MCU as Victor von Doom in the new Avengers movie, helmed by the Russo Brothers, Joe and Anthony. Although RDJ had hinted in recent interviews about his openness to returning to Marvel, many assumed he would reprise his role as Iron Man/Tony Stark. However, he is set to return to the film franchise as the classic Fantastic Four villain Doctor Doom. Watch the video of RDJ’s announcement, which has already set social media abuzz with excitement and anticipation for the film's release.

Robert Downey Jr Surprising Fans at SDCC 2024

Avengers: Doomsday is set to arrive in theatres in May 2026. It has also been confirmed that the Russo Brothers will also be directing Avengers: Secret Wars, slated for release in May 2027.

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