A surprise from the announcement was the return of Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen, iconic for their roles as Professor X and Magneto in the early "X-Men" films. Their inclusion in "Avengers: Doomsday" was unexpected, as many believed their characters had been written out or recast.

Alan Cumming, Channing Tatum and more members of the star-studded "'Avengers: Doomsday" cast reacted to the Wednesday announcement.

Marvel Studios has taken the world by storm once again, revealing an astonishing cast for its upcoming film, Avengers: Doomsday, set to release in May 2026. In an unexpected twist, beloved actors Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen will reprise their legendary roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe,