Robert Downey Jr. is making a surprise return to Marvel as Doctor Doom in 'Avengers Doomsday.' Here's how that's possible and what else to know about the film.

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Joe Russo, Robert Downey Jr. with a fist raised up and Anthony Russo stand together at San Diego Comic Con in July 2024.
Joe (left) and Anthony (right) Russo are returning to direct the next "Avengers" film, while Robert Downey Jr. will play the main villain.

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The Russo brothers — the directors of the $4 billion 'Avengers' films — could be back to save superhero movies after 'The Marvels' lost $237 million

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Anthony Russo and Joe Russo stand together on the red carpet premiere of
Anthony and Joe Russo are the sibling directing duo behind "Avengers: Infinity War" and "Avengers: Endgame."

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