Marvel officially replaces Doctor Strange with the last person we expected
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Marvel has announced a major change in its superhero lineup, and it's something fans didn't see coming.
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Recent rumors were true: Robert Downey Jr., known for his role as Iron Man, is stepping into the shoes of Doctor Doom in the upcoming Fantastic Four: First Steps.
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In a surprising twist, Doctor Strange is no longer the Sorcerer Supreme. The title has been taken over by Doctor Doom following the Blood Hunt storyline.
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In the 8 Deaths of Spider-Man series, Doctor Strange will gift Spider-Man a magical suit and eight lives to tackle the now-powerful Doctor Doom.
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The new Fantastic Four film, featuring Downey as Doctor Doom, is set to hit theaters in July 2025.
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The next Avengers film, Avengers: Doomsday, will replace Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and is scheduled for May 2026.
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Marvel fans are mixed about this change. Some are excited about Downey's new role, while others are waiting for Spider man's new suit and fights.