A significant development has been made for the highly anticipated new Marvel Cinematic Universe film, Avengers: Doomsday. Filming for the film, which premiered in March, wrapped this week. According to information confirmed by the film crew, the film, which has wrapped production, will be released worldwide on December 18, 2026.

Avengers: Doomsday is Coming

Doomsday, one of the most anticipated projects among Marvel fans after Avengers: Endgame, brings together the diverse superhero teams from Marvel’s established universe in a single film.

The film will feature the new Avengers team, led by Sam Wilson, the Thunderbolts, the Fantastic Four, the X-Men, and heroes from Wakanda, fighting together against Doctor Doom, one of the most recognizable villains in the Marvel Universe.

Robert Downey Jr., who has been known for his role as Iron Man for many years, will return to the big screen as Doctor Doom for the first time in this film. Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, directors of Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame.

The cast brings together many Marvel film stars. Among the cast are Anthony Mackie, Chris Hemsworth, Florence Pugh, Paul Rudd, Simu Liu, Sebastian Stan, Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, and Letitia Wright. The film also stars Patrick Stewart, James Marsden, and Rebecca Romijn, all members of the classic X-Men cast.

Avengers: Doomsday stands out as a production that paves the way for events that will reshape the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It also serves as a direct prequel to Avengers: Secret Wars, set for release in 2027.

With filming complete, the film has entered post-production. The remainder of the production, including visual effects, music, and editing, is scheduled to be completed next year.