A fresh glimpse at Marvel Studio’s The Fantastic Four: First Steps has spectators speculating that the movie might pave the way for Avengers: Doomsday by featuring Doctor Doom in its end-credits sequence. Given that Doom is the Fantastic Four’s most formidable adversary and the impending villain for the subsequent Avengers production, excitement is mounting to witness how Marvel Studios will introduce this iconic antagonist.
Grant Curtis and Tim Lewis, Marvel Studios executive producers, detailed that the upcoming film “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” lays groundwork for certain events occurring in “Avengers: Doomsday” (2026). They subtly foreshadowed the possible role of Doctor Doom in the movie’s post-credits scene, a teaser for Robert Downey Jr.’s portrayal of the villain in the initial part of Phase 6’s climactic conclusion.
In conversation with Collider, Curtis explained how liberating it felt to not bind The Fantastic Four to any other aspects of the MCU since it exists in a separate universe. He used Moon Knight, another project he was associated with as an executive producer, as an example, stating that viewers can enjoy this universe without needing to watch all of the MCU content first. “You can simply dive into this world,” he added, hinting that fans would have smiles on their faces due to some Easter eggs that become relevant.
Lewis elaborated on the significant burden they and the team carry regarding this film, as the narrative ventures deeper into multiverse plots for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, weaving together numerous universes, realms, and their intricate interconnections.
We carry a significant sense of obligation as we progress through subsequent phases, understanding the intricate connections between multiple cosmic realms and their harmonious interactions.
From these quotes, it appears that fans anticipate Doctor Doom to have a significant part in the post-credits scene of The Fantastic Four, despite director Matt Shakman’s statement that Downey was not involved in his storyline. This could potentially lay the groundwork for where Doctor Doom’s story unfolds in Avengers: Doomsday, a film whose specifics are being kept under wraps as production on Doomsday continues.
The First Adventures of the Fantastic Four
In this upcoming production by Marvel Studios, Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon-Moss Bachrach step into the roles of our legendary quartet, the Fantastic Four. Their first mission will be a daunting one as they face Ralph Ineson’s Galactus, a formidable foe who threatens to destroy their universe completely.
After completing this mission, these four leading actors will make their appearance in Avengers: Doomsday, where they’ll join forces with the Avengers and X-Men in an epic battle against Downey’s Doctor Doom. Although plot specifics remain under wraps, we can expect to witness the breakdown of barriers between different dimensions as various generations of Marvel superheroes collaborate.
Here are the first appearances of “The Fantastic Four: Origin Story” and “Avengers: Armageddon” respectively, with showtimes set for July 25th and December 18th, 2026 on the silver screen.
How Doctor Doom Will Impact The Fantastic Four: First Steps
It’s not unexpected that Doctor Doom could show up in the post-credits scene of The Fantastic Four, given his status as one of their most formidable foes. Also, since this movie is set in a universe distinct from Earth-616, it’s likely that we’ll explore the concept of multiple realities within the multiverse through the film, potentially leading to the storyline “Doomsday.
In light of Doom being predicted to match Thanos as the MCU’s most legendary and feared villain, the post-credit scene(s) for The Fantastic Four will face a significant challenge introducing fans to Downey’s portrayal of the character. Additionally, Doomsday is set to reacquaint fans with characters who are heroes and villains from numerous Marvel projects spanning decades, all residing in various realities scattered across space and time.
In the endeavor ahead, it will be the Fantastic Four from Marvel Cinematic Universe who are likely to pave the path, as their world is forecasted to perish at the hands of Galactus. This event is expected to trigger the start of Victor von Doom’s rule of tyranny. The Fantastic Four are then projected to play significant roles in the movie “Doomsday,” collaborating with Downey’s portrayal of Doom, as they arrive on Earth-616 and other universes to ready the rest of the film’s heroes for the impending threat from Doom.
Regardless of the specifics that unfold, the significance of this team within the Marvel Cinematic Universe is undeniable and will become increasingly evident once Phase 6 commences later in the year.
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2025-06-13 08:04