The reboot will unify the MCU into a singular timeline, allowing Marvel to recast legacy characters like Iron Man and Captain America. Feige compared the process to other iconic franchises: “They’re looking for a new James Bond. David Corenswet is the new Superman, and he’s been incredible. That’s always how it works”.

Marvel has confirmed the return of fan-favourites like Iron Man, Captain America; however, the characters will be recast for the Secret Wars comic storyline.

Doomsday, due in 2026, will feature some Marvel figures who have been in the game even longer than Robert Downey Jr., as Iron Man. Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen will return as Professor X and Magneto, having first played the roles for 2000’s X-Men movie.

Marvel Studios is planning big changes. A new X-Men movie is coming. It will reset the Marvel Cinematic Universe after 'Avengers: Secret Wars' in 2027. Kevin Feige says new actors will play X-Men. Iron Man and Captain America may also be recast.

Many fans extracted that quote and spread it around online, believing this meant the star of Eddington, The Materialist, and The Last of Us would become the new leader of the Avengers in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. Pascal clarifies to Entertainment Weekly that is not the case.

It has come to light that Reed Richards will become the leader of the Avengers after Fantastic Four: First Steps. Here, learn more.