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Robert Downey Jr announces surprise return to Marvel at Comic-Con

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Last updated: 2024/07/28 at 10:43 AM
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Robert Downey Jr. made a grand comeback during the Marvel Studios Panel at the 2024 Comic-Con International in San Diego, California. The actor, who kickstarted the Marvel cinematic universe with his role as Iron Man in 2008, announced his return as a new character, Doctor Doom, a prominent villain in Marvel comics. Downey Jr. appeared on stage among hooded and masked figures before revealing his much-rumored return, much to the delight of Marvel fans in attendance. Downey Jr., who won an Oscar earlier that year for his role in “Oppenheimer,” seemingly retired from the Marvel films in 2019 but has now made a surprising return.

Marvel president Kevin Feige unveiled new details about multiple upcoming superhero movies to the enthusiastic crowd at Comic-Con. The presentation was highly anticipated, with fans eagerly waiting for hours to secure a seat. Over the past few years, Marvel fans have expressed their dissatisfaction with the over-complicated plotlines and the departure of beloved characters from the franchise. The addition of new stars like Harrison Ford and Pedro Pascal aims to reinvigorate the all-time record-grossing movie franchise, which has grossed over $30 billion at the box office.

The Marvel event opened with a performance by singers and dancers dressed as “Deadpool & Wolverine,” the R-rated superhero movie experiencing a record-breaking opening weekend. Feige outlined Marvel’s plans for the next three years, with new films scheduled for release. Harrison Ford will star in February’s “Captain America: Brave New World,” where he plays Thaddeus Ross, a US president who transforms into Red Hulk. Ford expressed his eagerness to be a part of the Marvel franchise. Other films set for release include “Thunderbolts” starring Florence Pugh in May 2025 and “The Fantastic 4: First Steps” starring Pedro Pascal and set in 1960s New York in July 2025.

Downey Jr.’s return as a villain in the upcoming movies, directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, has brought excitement to fans looking forward to the next phase of the Marvel cinematic universe. The brothers, known for overseeing the record-breaking “Avengers: Endgame,” will direct “Avengers: Doomsday” in May 2026 and “Avengers: Secret Wars” in May 2027. The franchise, which faced setbacks due to the departure of key characters and controversies surrounding certain actors, seems poised for a fresh start with the inclusion of new stars and exciting storylines.

In contrast, Disney’s rival studio Warner, which runs the DC superhero movies, showcased “The Penguin,” starring Colin Farrell, during Comic-Con. The film, spun off from 2022’s “The Batman,” starring Robert Pattinson, offers a darker, noirish take on the beloved superhero. “The Penguin” is set to premiere on HBO on September 19, adding to the growing list of superhero-themed entertainment for fans to look forward to. As Marvel and DC continue to expand their cinematic universes with new characters and storylines, the future looks bright for fans of the superhero genre.

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