Avengers: Doomsday Teases Multiverse Showdown in 2026

Alan Cumming, returning as Nightcrawler in Avengers: Doomsday, has teased a possible fight scene with Pedro Pascal's Mister Fantastic, sparking rumors of inter-team battles among Marvel's X-Men, Avengers, and Fantastic Four. In interviews, Cumming humorously described learning stunts and being told about a sequence where he would 'hit Pedro Pascal against the head,' though it remains unclear if this was literal or in jest. The film is currently in production with a scheduled release date of May 2026 and features a star-studded cast, including returning X-Men actors Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen and MCU stars Chris Hemsworth and Florence Pugh. Fan theories suggest a multiversal clash before the heroes unite against a larger threat, rumored to be Doctor Doom, who may be portrayed by Robert Downey Jr. Marvel Studios has not confirmed these plot details, so fans are advised to treat Cumming's remarks with caution. Anticipation is high for potential epic showdowns in this multi-franchise crossover.