The Marvel Cinematic Universe is entering its sixth phase, and one of the most critical films in this chapter will be Avengers: Doomsday. During a nearly five-and-a-half-hour livestream, Marvel announced the blockbuster’s cast – and there was no shortage of genuine surprises.

The Avengers movies have been the ultimate crowd-pullers for Marvel, with Infinity War and Endgame creating an unmatched cinematic frenzy. Now, with Avengers: Doomsday officially in production, the big question is—can it recreate that same magic?

Avengers: Doomsday' has announced its star-studded cast, which includes some iconic superheroes (and shocking old ones) reprising their roles