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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.

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.

The new Fantastic Four film, featuring Downey as Doctor Doom, is set to hit theaters in July 2025.

The next Avengers film, Avengers: Doomsday, will replace Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and is scheduled for May 2026.

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.