The casting roster for Avengers: Secret Wars is expanding, with exciting news about a returning star from the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday.
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As production gears up for the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film, the anticipation surrounding Avengers: Secret Wars continues to build. With the Multiverse Saga set to conclude in less than two years, fans can expect the next two Avengers films to wrap up this significant storyline.
In a recent conversation with People, Simu Liu, who is set to reprise his role as Shang-Chi in Avengers: Doomsday, confirmed that he will also return for Avengers: Secret Wars. "I think the more immediate tease is of course, Avengers: Doomsday, which is coming out next year. I was fortunate to be part of it and will have the privilege of continuing that journey into Secret Wars," he remarked.
Filming for Avengers: Doomsday wrapped up in September 2025, with additional photography planned for this spring. The main shooting for Avengers: Secret Wars is scheduled to commence in the summer, further ramping up excitement for fans.
With Shang-Chi now officially part of the Avengers: Secret Wars cast, he joins a growing list of confirmed actors. Notably, Robert Downey Jr. will make his much-anticipated debut as Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday and will also return for this Phase 6 finale.
Letitia Wright, speaking to ScreenRant's Liam Crowley in December 2025, revealed that her character, Shuri, also known as Black Panther, will appear in Avengers: Secret Wars. During his interview with People, Liu shared his experiences on the set of Avengers: Doomsday, saying, "I walked away from Doomsday with so many fantastic friendships. Shouting out Channing Tatum, he’s truly one of my favorite people. Working with him was phenomenal, both on and off the set; he’s an admirable individual."
Currently, the marketing campaign for Avengers: Doomsday is in full swing, with Disney and Marvel Studios showcasing a new teaser trailer in theaters alongside Avatar: Fire and Ash. This teaser served as the official confirmation of Chris Evans’ return as Steve Rogers.
Recent teasers have spotlighted Chris Hemsworth’s Thor and various X-Men characters, hinting at their crucial roles in Avengers: Doomsday. As production nears, we can anticipate more casting announcements for Avengers: Secret Wars in the months ahead.
After directing Avengers: Doomsday, Joe and Anthony Russo have signed on to helm Avengers: Secret Wars, marking it as the final chapter of The Multiverse Saga. The next release from Marvel Studios will be the Wonder Man television series on Disney+, debuting January 27.
Avengers: Secret Wars is slated to hit theaters on December 17, 2027, while Avengers: Doomsday is set for release on December 18 of this year.
Release Date:
December 17, 2027
Directors:
Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
Writers:
Jack Kirby, Stan Lee, Stephen McFeely
Producers:
Kevin Feige
Prequel(s):
Avengers: Doomsday
Franchise(s):
Marvel Cinematic Universe
Character Highlights:
- Victor von Doom / Doctor Doom
- Reed Richards / Mr. Fantastic
- Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm / The Invisible Woman
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm / Thing
Main Genre:
Superhero
Production Companies:
Marvel Studios
Distributor:
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
