Marvel fans finally have something big to celebrate. The first official trailer for Avengers: Doomsday has been released online. It gives audiences their first real look at the next major chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The 90-second trailer, now available to watch worldwide, delivers a major surprise: Steve Rogers is back.
Steve Rogers Returns to the MARVEL CINEMATIC UNIVERSE
The trailer opens quietly and emotionally, showing Steve Rogers, played by Chris Evans, riding a motorbike along a rural road. He enters a modest house, retrieves his familiar Captain America uniform, and is later seen gently holding a sleeping baby.
The moment ends with a powerful title card that confirms what fans have been hoping for:
“Steve Rogers Will Return in Avengers: Doomsday.”
The reveal has already sparked huge excitement and speculation across social media.
Russo Brothers React to the Trailer Launch
The film is directed by Joe Russo and Anthony Russo, who also helmed Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame.
Alongside the trailer release, the directors shared an emotional message on Instagram:
“The character that changed our lives. The story that brought us all here together. It was always going to come back to this…”
The post strongly suggests that Avengers: Doomsday will play a deeply personal and emotional role in the MCU’s ongoing story.
Doctor Doom Confirmed as the Main Villain
Marvel has confirmed that Robert Downey Jr will return to the MCU. He will take on a shocking new role — Doctor Doom. Doctor Doom is the film’s primary antagonist.
This marks a dramatic shift for Downey, who famously portrayed Iron Man for more than a decade. His casting as one of Marvel’s most iconic villains is being described as one of the boldest creative decisions the studio has ever made.
A Massive Cast From Across the Marvel Universe
Avengers: Doomsday will be the fifth Avengers film and the 39th movie overall in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Marvel has already revealed that the film will include:
- The original X-Men
- The Fantastic Four
- The full cast of Thunderbolts*
This crossover-heavy lineup signals one of the most ambitious ensemble films Marvel has ever attempted.
Why the Trailer Was Released Online
Originally, Marvel planned to show the trailer only in cinemas ahead of Avatar: Fire and Ash. However, fans reported confusion and disappointment due to inconsistent screenings, along with online leaks.
To avoid further frustration, the studio decided to officially release the trailer online, allowing fans worldwide to watch it simultaneously.
🎬 Watch the trailer here:
Release Date
Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled for:
- 17 December 2026 – Australia
- 18 December 2026 – UK and United States
- 18 December 2026 – India
