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‘Doctor Strange’ Star Benedict Cumberbatch Reacts To Robert Downey Jr. Being Cast Doctor Doom In The MCU


Does Doctor Doom have beef with Doctor Strange? Benedict Cumberbatch reveals his reaction to Robert Downey Jr.’s surprising return to the MCU.

One of the most shocking moments in MCU history was the reveal that Robert Downey Jr. would officially be making his return, not as Iron Man, but as Doctor Doom. The actor was seemingly taken aback, sending Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige a hilarious reaction before clarifying his positive feelings about the decision. Though given rumors suggest that Avengers: Secret Wars will have a truly star-studded cast, there’s plenty of heroes vying for the top spot in taking down the big bad.

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