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The countdown to Avengers: Doomsday has begun. Amid the buzz, Anthony Mackie, David Harbour and Winston Duke attended the San Diego Comic-Con Málaga 2026
in Spain on October 3. While Marvel Studios showcased a variety of their upcoming projects during the panel, the much-awaited Russo Brothers’ cinematic presentation remained the highlight of the event. Anthony and Joe Russo had recorded a special message for their fans regarding Avengers: Doomsday, which was shown to the attendees. The panel drew attention and became an important segment for Avengers fans.
Anthony Mackie on reuniting with Chris Evans and Sebastian Stan
During the Avengers: Doomsday panel, Anthony Mackie spoke about his reunion with Chris Evans and Sebastian Stan. He quipped, “Whenever Chris Evans and Sebastian Stan and I get together, it’s like a powwow, like, we’re boys in the corner hanging out, laughing, joking and talking about what’s happening. Then we stop, Sebastian looks at both of us and goes, ‘So, which one of us is gonna die?”
Anthony Mackie reacts to what fans can expect from Avengers: Doomsday
At the San Diego Comic-Con Málaga 2026, Mackie hinted at what fans can expect from Avengers: Doomsday. He said, “I think the big thing is the amount of doom you’re going to see. It’s like every corner we turn, every time somebody speaks, it’s like, ‘Yo, there’s a lot of doom outside.”
Praising directors Anthony and Joe Russo for giving every character their moment in Avengers: Doomsday, Mackie said, “The Russo Brothers were great at giving every character and every person their moment. Every time I went to watch Endgame, every single character was given that moment for the audience to connect with them and breathe. And I think it’s the same with this movie.”
Scarlet Witch's return to MCU confirmed?
While the attendees anticipated a new trailer, the studio showcased the post-credits scene from Avengers: Endgame Encore. The caption that was used to share the new poster on social media hinted at Scarlet Witch's return to the MCU. It read, "Straight from Comic-Con Málaga. Witching season has arrived."
Avengers: Doomsday official synopsis
According to the official synopsis of Avengers: Doomsday, “Universes collide, and the Multiverse Saga begins its final chapter in Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Doomsday. Beloved heroes from three distinct universes will be set on a deadly collision course and ultimately face an existential threat unlike anything they’ve ever encountered. This epic film will lay the foundation for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Robert Downey Jr., who led the Avengers series as Iron Man, makes a shocking return as the evil scientist Doctor Doom. Familiar heroes like Steve Rogers and Thor are joined by a new generation of heroes, hinting at the largest assembly in history.”
Avengers: Doomsday cast
Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo and written by Stephen McFeely, Avengers: Doomsday stars Robert Downey Jr, Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Pascal, Paul Rudd, Anthony Mackie, Florence Pugh, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Wyatt Russell, Channing Tatum, Simu Liu, Ian McKellen, Tom Hiddleston, James Marsden, Patrick Stewart, Joseph Quinn, Sebastian Stan, David Harbour, Letitia Wright, Lewis Pullman, Kelsey Grammer, Danny Ramirez, Winston Duke, Alan Cumming, Wesley Holloway, Hannah John-Kamen, Rebecca Romijn, Alex Livinalli, and Mabel Cadena, with Tenoch Huerta Mejía.
The December 2026 spectacle is produced by Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, and Jonathan Schwartz, with Callum McDougall serving as executive producer. Avengers: Doomsday releases on December 18.
