Avengers: Doomsday Trailer Release Date Confirmed

The long wait for the first Avengers: Doomsday trailer is nearly over. The next major chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which began Phase 6 this summer with The Fantastic Four: First Steps, will continue its journey toward completion in 2027 through two upcoming Avengers films.

Trailer Release and Production Details

Collider has officially confirmed that the trailer for Avengers: Doomsday will premiere on December 19, ahead of Avatar: Fire and Ash. Principal photography wrapped up on September 19, 2025. The movie is directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, marking their return to the Avengers franchise.

Cast and Character Highlights

The ensemble cast reunites several iconic Marvel heroes and villains. Robert Downey Jr. returns to the MCU, this time portraying Victor von Doom, also known as Doctor Doom. He will reprise the same role for the 2027 release, Avengers: Secret Wars, which has not yet begun filming.

X-Men Characters Return

Marvel Studios surprised fans with a live-stream reveal showcasing several returning actors from the Fox-Marvel era of X-Men.

Sir Patrick Stewart as Professor X
Sir Ian McKellen as Magneto
James Marsden as Cyclops
Alan Cumming as Nightcrawler
Rebecca Romijn as Mystique

“One of the big takeaways is the return of multiple X-Men actors from the Fox-Marvel era.”

Director’s Vision

The Russo brothers aim to bring together multiple Marvel timelines and characters under one major storyline, setting the stage for the grand conclusion of Phase 6.

Author’s summary: Marvel confirms the Avengers: Doomsday trailer will debut December 19, 2025, directed by the Russo brothers and featuring Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom alongside returning X-Men legends.

Screen Rant — 2025-11-06