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Sir Ian McKellen and Sir Patrick Stewart have joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe once again, returning as Magneto and Professor Xavier in the exciting upcoming Avengers: Doomsday.
In an exciting announcement, X-Men legends Sir Ian McKellen and Sir Patrick Stewart are set to reprise their iconic roles in Marvel's upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday, hitting theaters in May 2026. Robert Downey Jr. is also on board as the villainous Doctor Doom, marking a thrilling return after stepping away from the superhero scene.Sir Ian hasn't donned Magneto's helmet since 2014's X-Men: Days of Future Past, while Sir Patrick last appeared as Professor Charles Xavier in 2022's Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. The duo's return was revealed in a creative video showcasing the new cast via a row of chairs listing their names.Alongside renowned actors like Chris Hemsworth and Tom Hiddleston, other cast members include Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova and Simu Liu as Shang-Chi. Additionally, the film will feature familiar faces like Sebastian Stan, Letitia Wright, Paul Rudd, and even Channing Tatum as Gambit, who last appeared in Deadpool & Wolverine.Adding to the excitement, Robert Downey Jr. announced his return to the Marvel franchise at Comic Con San Diego, although not as Iron Man. Instead, he will take on the role of Doctor Doom, a character he describes as "complicated," which adds further intrigue to the film.With a star-studded cast and familiar faces, Avengers: Doomsday is shaping up to be an action-packed adventure, reconnecting fans with beloved characters from the Marvel Universe.
