- The Avengers and Dune sci-fi blockbusters are opening head-to-head, with MCU films being major releases in Hollywood and Robert Downey Jr. involved.
- Details emerge about the upcoming MCU film Avengers: Doomsday, including Robert Downey Jr.'s return as Doctor Doom.
- Production details emerge for a new MCU film involving Robert Downey Jr., directed by the Russo brothers and overseen by Kevin Feige.
The potential return of Chris Evans to the MCU was discussed, noting that the vision of the Russo brothers, the involvement of Robert Downey Jr., and Kevin Feige's efforts convinced Evans to reprise his role.
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What happened
The potential return of Chris Evans to the MCU was discussed, noting that the vision of the Russo brothers, the involvement of Robert Downey Jr., and Kevin Feige's efforts convinced Evans to reprise his role.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Marvel Studios reunites Chris Evans and Joe Russo for the 'Doomsday' project, while Chris Hemsworth also participates in Marvel projects.Sub-event
Evans discussed the directors' preference for beating up Steve Rogers.1 source
The Russo brothers' vision, Robert Downey Jr.'s return, and Kevin Feige's push convinced Chris Evans to reprise his role.1 source
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The entities involved
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Joe Russo
American film director, television director and screenwriter
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Chris Evans
French singer
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Downey
photographer
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Kevin Feige
American producer and studio executive (born 1973)
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Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- bleedingcool.com
- indiatimes.com'I heard over a dozen scripts': Chris Evans returns as Captain America for 'Avengers: Doomsday' because of Robert Downey Jr.