Benedict Cumberbatch reveals Doctor Strange's pivotal role in the MCU's future, while confirming his absence from Avengers: Doomsday. In a recent interview with Variety, Cumberbatch playfully admitted to spoiling some details, stating that Doctor Strange will be "quite central" to the events of Avengers: Secret Wars. He further hinted at a third standalone Doctor Strange film in development.
Cumberbatch elaborated on the character's trajectory, highlighting the ongoing exploration of Doctor Strange's complex personality and immense abilities: "They are very open to discussing where we go next...He’s a very rich character to play. He’s a complex, contradictory, troubled human who’s got these extraordinary abilities, so there’s potent stuff to mess about with."
Regarding Doctor Strange's omission from Avengers: Doomsday, Cumberbatch explained that the character's storyline simply doesn't align with the film's narrative. Avengers: Doomsday, slated for release May 1, 2026, will reportedly feature Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom and Chris Evans in an undisclosed role. The Russo Brothers are directing, and the film is expected to continue the multiverse storyline, potentially including Hayley Atwell's Agent Carter.
Marvel Cinematic Universe: Upcoming Projects
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The MCU's Phase 6 commences with The Fantastic Four: First Steps this July. Avengers: Doomsday follows on May 1, 2026, with Avengers: Secret Wars concluding the saga on May 7, 2027.
