Doctor Strange Returns in Avengers: Doomsday? Benedict Cumberbatch Backtracks on Spoiler

30 January 2025, 6:22 pm
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Overview: Benedict Cumberbatch confuses fans by retracting his previous statement about Doctor Strange not appearing in Avengers: Doomsday, leaving fans to speculate about his role.

Doctor Strange in Avengers: Doomsday? Cumberbatch Changes His Statement

Benedict Cumberbatch has left Marvel fans puzzled after reversing his earlier statement regarding the appearance of Doctor Strange in Avengers: Doomsday. The actor had previously told Variety that his character wouldn’t be appearing in the film, citing that the story didn’t align with Stephen Strange’s arc. However, just days later, Cumberbatch clarified his remarks, stating, “I got that wrong, I am in the next one.”

Doctor Strange in Avengers: Doomsday? Cumberbatch Changes His Statement

This backtracking has sparked confusion among fans, especially considering Marvel’s well-known efforts to keep movie details under wraps. Fans took to social media to express their disbelief, with some joking about Cumberbatch’s ever-changing statements. One fan remarked, “Now he’s lying,” while others joked about not trusting anything Marvel actors say regarding plot details.

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In his initial interview, Cumberbatch also confirmed that Doctor Strange would play a significant role in Avengers: Secret Wars, hinting that the character’s future in the MCU could be pivotal. But with his latest comment, fans are now questioning if Marvel’s secrecy is at play, or if Cumberbatch is simply playing with the audience.

The confusion around Cumberbatch’s statements adds to the excitement and anticipation for Avengers: Doomsday, with Doctor Doom set to be the primary antagonist. Fans will have to wait and see whether Cumberbatch’s character will indeed appear in the film or if this is just another piece of the puzzle in Marvel’s campaign of secrecy.