‘I Hope I Get To Punch Robert Downey Jr.’: Anthony Mackie Had A Hilariously Chaotic Rant About Marvel’s Doctor Doom Announcement, Now It’s Going Viral On TikTok

'I Hope I Get To Punch Robert Downey Jr.': Anthony Mackie Had A Hilariously Chaotic Rant About Marvel's Doctor Doom Announcement, Now It's Going Viral On TikTok

As a seasoned gamer and long-time Marvel fan, I can’t help but feel a mix of amusement and nostalgia as I follow the latest developments in the MCU. Anthony Mackie’s viral rant about Robert Downey Jr.’s surprise return as Doctor Doom is just another example of why he’s become one of my favorite stars in Hollywood.


Back in July, the web was buzzing with excitement when it was officially announced that Robert Downey Jr., the man behind Tony Stark (aka Iron Man), would be rejoining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. But here’s a twist – instead of slipping back into those iconic Iron Man suits, he’ll be stepping into the sinister role of Doctor Doom.

At San Diego Comic-Con 2024 this past summer, Marvel Studios unveiled their plans for Doctor Doom during a riveting panel. The scene was set when RDJ, cloaked and masked, rode onto stage accompanied by Doom minions. As the crowd erupted in cheers, he took off his disguise, sending shockwaves through the audience. Right before all the excitement, Anthony Mackie graced the stage to promote his much-anticipated film, Captain America: Brave New World, alongside a few of his fellow stars. In a hilarious TikTok video that went viral on ET, Mackie joked about how he thought he and the gang had stolen the show – that is, until the grand return of the original MCU player!

What really gets under my skin is this: I thought I was doing well. People were saying things like “Wow, that’s the best trailer I’ve ever seen!” And I was thinking, “I’ve got Harrison Ford here!” But then, as we stepped off stage, I learned that Robert Downey Jr. had announced his return to the universe. I thought, “But didn’t I just… I mean, I’ve got Harrison Ford here!” It’s a strange feeling, not being able to put it into words. Something like ‘Doomsday,’ or maybe even ‘Doommalicious.’ But why did he have to do that at Comic-Con? Why not let me enjoy the moment there first? Come on, give me Comic-Con, man.

In plain and conversational language, Anthony Mackie is known for speaking his mind openly, as demonstrated throughout history. For example, during San Diego Comic-Con weekend, Mackie playfully teased Tom Holland, who once joked about Mackie not having a Falcon movie years ago. What makes Mackie’s comments even more amusing is that he was also kept in the dark about Robert Downey Jr.’s return to the Marvel universe. Even *Thunderbolts* cast member Florence Pugh confessed her surprise when asked about Downey’s news. Later, Mackie shared more about his reaction and told an intriguing story involving Downey Jr. in the process.

Let me rephrase that for you: In essence, we returned friend. Incredibly, his chef prepared a goat by digging a pit and cooking it there. Remarkably, he spent the entire time with this goat – yes, this is a real account! I’m still puzzled about how he obtained the goat. We were in Georgia, believe it or not! He cooked me that goat, and it would have been kinder to let me keep the day.

Frankly, I’m unsure about the use of that data. Yet, it seems to highlight the shock felt by the Twisted Metal protagonist upon learning the identity of the villain. There’s a possibility that the actor might have a chance for retaliation against his long-standing screen partner when they come face-to-face again. Concerningly, the Electric State actor expressed an aspiration regarding Captain America’s encounter with Doctor Doom:

I hope I get to punch Robert Downey Jr. in the face for feeding me goat and then stealing my day.

It’s likely that many Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) heroes will be eager to confront Victor von Doom when he appears in the upcoming films. Robert Downey Jr., known for his roles as Iron Man, has been chosen to portray this character in “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Secret Wars.” Although some fans are thrilled about Downey playing a villain, others remain skeptical. Despite mixed opinions on the casting, it’s hard to argue against Downey’s acting talent, which makes him a strong choice for the role.

Based on his humorous banter, it’s quite likely that Anthony Mackie will keep teasing Robert Downey Jr. until the release of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s upcoming team-up movies. I’m eager to find out if he’ll take any jabs or perhaps even land a punch at some point. Keep in mind that “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Secret Wars” are scheduled for May 2026 and 2027, respectively. “Captain America: Brave New World” is set to hit theaters on Valentine’s Day, 2025, as part of the 2025 movie lineup.

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2024-08-14 04:37