Fan Theory Proposes Downey’s Dr. Doom Will Kill Holland’s Spider-Man, Setting Up ‘Secret Wars’

Robert Downey Jr.’s return to the MCU is currently one of the most talked-about pieces of entertainment news. Marvel made a big splash at San Diego Comic-Con, and the buzz around Downey and the future of the MCU is palpable and exciting.
Previously, Jonathan Majors was cast as Kang the Conqueror, set to return as the main antagonist in Secret Wars. However, following the controversy and conviction related to his domestic abuse case, Majors was dismissed. Marvel initially planned to recast Kang, but it was revealed at the Marvel panel during Sdcc that Doctor Doom will replace Kang, with Downey taking on the role.
The details of how Downey’s character will be integrated into the MCU remain unknown. However, as you might expect, fans are already coming up with their own theories. We recently came across one particularly intriguing theory that actually makes a lot of sense.
The...
Previously, Jonathan Majors was cast as Kang the Conqueror, set to return as the main antagonist in Secret Wars. However, following the controversy and conviction related to his domestic abuse case, Majors was dismissed. Marvel initially planned to recast Kang, but it was revealed at the Marvel panel during Sdcc that Doctor Doom will replace Kang, with Downey taking on the role.
The details of how Downey’s character will be integrated into the MCU remain unknown. However, as you might expect, fans are already coming up with their own theories. We recently came across one particularly intriguing theory that actually makes a lot of sense.
The...
- 8/3/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Comic Basics
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