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'He Stole My Legacy': Paul Bettany Addresses Robert Downey Jr. Taking Over His MCU Milestone

Paul Bettany’s Vision has gone from Tony Stark’s AI assistant to one of the MCU’s most complex Avengers. After death and resurrection, the synthezoid returns in VisionQuest to confront his identity and past.

Robert Downey Jr. And Chris Evans Light Up Diwali Wishes With a Theatrical Surprise and 'Doomsday' Parallel

Marvel Studios is assembling the Avengers one nostalgia bomb at a time, and the marketing for Avengers: Doomsday is already shaping up to be an event of its own.

Following in Dad’s Footsteps, Robert Downey Jr.’s Son Indio Downey Lands His First Lead Role in 'Love in Vein'

Robert Downey Jr.’s son, Indio Downey, is stepping into the spotlight with his first leading role in a feature film, Love in Vein. While having an Oscar-winning father and an Iron Man-sized Hollywood legacy might seem like the ultimate head start, the younger Downey is now getting the opportunity to carve out a name for himself on screen.

'He Stole My Legacy' - Paul Bettany Takes a Dig at Robert Downey Jr.’s MCU Return as Doctor Doom

Paul Bettany has jokingly accused Robert Downey Jr. of stealing his legacy after the Oscar winner returned to the MCU as Doctor Doom. The jab came while Bettany promoted VisionQuest on Disney+, a series that keeps his Vision story alive.

‘Avengers: Doomsday’: How Robert Downey Jr. Is Shaking Up the MCU Again

Doom. Is. Coming. Some 18 years after the Marvel Cinematic Universe launched its first feature with 2008’s Iron Man , and seven years after Avengers: Endgame

‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Gets Input From Marvel Comics Writer Jonathan Hickman Ahead of Release

Marvel Studios is bringing its biggest heroes back to the battlefield with Avengers: Doomsday , now heading toward its December 2026 theatrical release with the Multiverse Saga at a critical turning point.

'New Intentions and Intensity' – James Marsden Makes Big Promises for X-Men in 'Avengers: Doomsday'

Avengers: Doomsday has already dropped enough hints to make it clear that Marvel is pulling out all the stops for what could be one of the biggest films of the year.

'Zero Similarities'- Joe Russo Sets Doctor Doom Apart From Iron Man in Avengers: Doomsday

When Robert Downey Jr. was cast as Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday, speculation surged that he might portray a corrupted Tony Stark variant. Fans theorized

Robert Downey Jr.’s Three-word Praise for Sadie Sink : Is it Real?

Something about Sadie Sink’s Jean Grey performance in Spider-Man: Brand New Day has clearly caught the attention of the MCU, with praise for the actress coming from multiple corners of the franchise.

Robert Downey Jr. Reveals How He and Gwyneth Paltrow Improvised Iron Man Without Letting It Become 'Cacophonous'

Robert Downey Jr. did not merely put on the Iron Man suit; he practically became Marvel in human form. What began with Jon Favreau championing a risky casting choice became the beating heart of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

'Thank God We Have Him': Robert Downey Jr. Reflects on Working Alongside Chris Evans

What makes the dynamic between Marvel's biggest stars so enduring even when their onscreen characters are worlds apart? In anticipation of Avengers: Doomsday , Robert Downey Jr.

Doctor Doom vs. Iron Man: Who Wins When Marvel’s Two Big Brains Collide?

Doctor Doom beats Iron Man in a straight fight more often than not, but that does not make Tony Stark an easy opponent. On paper, the two Marvel icons

Robert Downey Jr. On Preferring Doctor Doom Over Tony Stark, Says He Got What He Had Been Missing

Robert Downey Jr. has opened up about his Marvel experience and admitted that, at least for the moment, he prefers playing Doom over the character that made him the face of the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Tony Stark.

Fact Check: Is Timothée Chalamet Playing the New Iron Man? Here’s the Truth About ‘Avengers: Secret Wars’ Casting

Timothée Chalamet's name has been everywhere this week, tangled up in casting talk around Avengers: Secret Wars, leaving fans equal parts thrilled and confused.

Hayley Atwell Vouches for Robert Downey Jr.’s Bold Doctor Doom Casting in 'Avengers: Doomsday'

Hayley Atwell is confident in Robert Downey Jr.'s playing Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday . The decision was one of Marvel's boldest yet. While some embraced it, others criticized the studio for casting the same actor who was the MCU's greatest hero as one of its most iconic villains, and even went as far as to call the move lazy.

New 'Avengers: Doomsday' poster hints at Doom's tragic history

Along with our first trailer for Avengers: Doomsday, we officially have our first real poster (that’s not just a logo), and it features Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom, with his back to the camera, looking at an ornate tapestry on a wall.

'Avengers: Doomsday' trailer brings Doctor Doom first look

Directors Joe and Anthony Russo unveiled the first trailer for Avengers: Doomsday earlier this year at CinemaCon in Las Vegas. Nerdist was in attendance to see it.

Joseph Quinn praises 'Avengers: Doomsday' co-star Robert Downey Jr.'s leadership

The Fantastic Four: First Steps star Joseph Quinn, who stars as Johnny Storm/The Human Torch, is opening up about preparing for his Marvel Cinematic Universe return in Avengers: Doomsday. 

Chris Evans shares his initial reaction to Robert Downey Jr.'s villain casting in 'Avengers: Doomsday'

Chris Evans' time as Steve Rogers / Captain America came to an end in 2019's Avengers: Endgame, and while the character thankfully got a sweet ending, fans were definitely sad to see the longtime fan favorite make his Marvel Cinematic Universe exit.  

Disney pushes back the next two Avengers movies

The Russo Brothers give an exciting update on Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom

It's safe to say that Marvel fans are excited for Avengers: Doomsday, the first reason being that Robert Downey Jr. is returning to the franchise, not as Iron Man, but as Victor Von Doom.