Marvel Delays Avengers: Doomsday, Secret Wars Releases

Marvel Studios has announced significant delays for the highly anticipated 'Avengers: Doomsday' and 'Avengers: Secret Wars' films, pushing their release dates from May to December in 2026 and 2027 respectively. 'Avengers: Doomsday,' currently in production, will feature Robert Downey Jr. as the villain Doctor Doom, marking a notable return to the franchise. These delays aim to allow more time for production and post-production, addressing concerns about rushed schedules given the films' scale and ensemble cast. The shift also reflects a broader strategy by Disney to prioritize quality over quantity, as other Marvel releases have underperformed at the box office, leading to the removal of several unannounced Marvel projects from the release calendar. Following 'Fantastic Four: First Steps' in mid-2026, the next Marvel Studios release won't be until the 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' film later that year, which is produced by Sony and may also face scheduling changes. This cautious approach underscores Disney's intent to manage the MCU's future carefully amid fluctuating audience reception and market dynamics.