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The fandom has been shocked to learn that Robert Downey Jr. will be making a comeback to the MCU in Avengers: Doomsday as Doctor Doom. The excitement is tangible as fan art of RDJ wearing the recognizable green and silver armor of the evil lord of Latveria floods the internet. The way that Marvel Studios will depict Doctor Doom in the MCU and how his presence will affect the franchise's future have been the subject of much conjecture following this casting decision.
Taking advantage of the chance to imagine Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, fan painters have created a variety of versions of the character's look and abilities. Using full Doctor Doom regalia, artists such as @marvels.wolverine have created intricate pictures of RDJ, while @dreamaivision has used AI technologies to illustrate his magical skills. Even more, @arifinity_ produced a close-up of RDJ as Doom without his recognizable mask, raising concerns about how the MCU would handle this essential aspect of the character.
Four live-action films have previously represented Doctor Doom, although none of these interpretations have received widespread appreciation. While the later Fox Fantastic Four adaptations were criticized for deviating from the original story, his debut in the unfinished 1994 The Fantastic Four movie was regarded as a squandered chance. Fans are hoping that RDJ's Doctor Doom will be a true portrayal of the villain because Marvel Studios has a reputation of approaching their adaptations with comic accuracy.
How to depict Doctor Doom's famous mask will be one among the MCU's concerns. Since he views his mask as a representation of his strength and a defense against his perceived flaws, Doctor Doom is well known for being reluctant to take it off in the comic books. But the MCU has a history of showing off the faces of its prominent performers, so it's unclear if they'll break this tradition for Doctor Doom.
If Doctor Doom will be portrayed as a Tony Stark variant or a more comic-book-true Victor Von Doom, this is another question that comes up with this casting. It will be intriguing to watch how the MCU handles this relationship with Doctor Doom. The addition of multiple realities and the multiverse in the MCU has opened up opportunities for reinterpreting characters.
Phase 6 of the MCU will begin with Avengers: Doomsday, and Doctor Doom's presence implies a darker, more nuanced path for the series. His appearance in the movie alludes to a serious threat that the Avengers will need to confront by uniting with both old and new allies. Over the past 10 years, the MCU has woven together a complex tapestry of people and tales, and Doctor Doom has the ability to provide fresh suspense and peril.