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Marvel Star Benedict Cumberbatch Says Doctor Strange Is Skipping Avengers Doomsday But Is a 'Central' Part of Secret Wars

Mar 04,2025 Author: Grace

Benedict Cumberbatch reveals Doctor Strange's pivotal role in the MCU's future, while skipping a key installment. In a recent interview with Variety, Cumberbatch confirmed Doctor Strange's absence from Avengers: Doomsday, explaining that the character's arc doesn't align with the film's narrative. However, he will be "quite central" to the sequel, Avengers: Secret Wars. Cumberbatch even hinted at a third standalone Doctor Strange film being in the works.

He elaborated on the character's ongoing development, stating that Marvel is open to exploring various comic book storylines to further evolve Doctor Strange. Cumberbatch highlighted the character's complexity and internal conflicts, making him a compelling and multifaceted role.

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Avengers: Doomsday, slated for release on May 1, 2026, will feature Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom and reportedly Chris Evans, with the Russo Brothers directing. The film is expected to continue exploring the multiverse, potentially including Hayley Atwell's Agent Carter. This precedes Avengers: Secret Wars, launching May 7, 2027. Phase 6 of the MCU begins with The Fantastic Four: First Steps this July.

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