Marvel's fan base was shocked when Robert Downey Jr. He revealed that he will play the role of Doctor Doom in Avengers: Judgment Day At SDCC, But it wasn't the same with fellow MCU member Jeremy Renner.Renner plays Hawkeye in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and made his debut in Kenneth Branagh's film. bull In 2011, Hawkeye and Iron Man (Downey Jr.) appeared on screen together for the first time in the first film. The Avengers The film, and both characters became central to the “Infinity Saga“The story arc, which culminated in” Avengers: EndgameDespite their long-standing friendship (which was as strong off-screen as it was on film), Renner knew nothing about his co-star's return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Speaking to US Weekly, Renner revealed that he was completely taken aback by Robert Downey Jr.’s surprise appearance at San Diego Comic-Con earlier this month. While Marvel fans were trying to make sense of what they had just witnessed, Renner immediately reached for his phone to quiz his friend about the news. The actor said:
“I had no idea. This son of a bitch didn’t say anything to me, and we’re good friends. We’re good friends. There’s the Avengers family chat. The original six. He said nothing. I went online and started blowing up his phone like, ‘What’s going on? You’ve been hiding this from us this whole time?’ It’s exciting news. I’m really excited about it.”
Not all Marvel Cinematic Universe stars are happy about Robert Downey Jr.'s return.
Jeremy Renner is Downey Jr.'s first film. The Avengers Co-stars respond publicly Iron Man Return of the Star. After Tony Stark's sacrifice at the end of Avengers: EndgameMany believed that Downey Jr. would break away from his association with the Marvel Cinematic Universe, especially after finally winning an Oscar for his role in the movie OppenheimerGiven the close ties between their friendship, it is likely that the rest of The Avengers The core cast (which includes Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Scarlett Johansson, and Chris Evans) seems equally happy with their friend.
However, there is one former Marvel Cinematic Universe star who is “deeply saddened” by Robert Downey Jr.’s return. Jonathan Majors, who played Kang the Conqueror in Loki And Ant-Man and the Wasp: QuantumaniaHe was fired from the role after a lengthy court case involving allegations of assault and harassment against a former girlfriend. Majors denies the charges despite the court ruling against him. In a recent interview, the actor said he was saddened by Kang's replacement as Doctor Doom in the MCU.
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Since Robert Downey Jr.'s role in Doctor Doom was announced, many have assumed he was a different version of Iron Man, but any connection between the two may end when the actor takes on the lead role.
The actor also opened up about the possibility of returning to the role in the future while speaking to TMZ, saying he would love it if Marvel Studios wanted him back. Majors said:
“Of course, yes, yes, I love him. I love Kang. If that's what the fans want, and that's what Marvel wants, then let's go. Yes, yes, yes.”
Robert Downey Jr. is joined in his triumphant return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe by two of the franchise’s most successful directors. Joe and Anthony Russo are responsible for some of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s biggest critical and financial successes, including the second-highest-grossing film of all time, Avengers: EndgameThe Russo Brothers and Downey Jr. are returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe to direct and star in the film. Avengers: Judgment Day And Avengers: Secret Wars.
The entire MCU is now available to stream on Disney+.
