The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is brimming with surprises, and one of the biggest shocks in store is the anticipated return of Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man and Chris Evans’s Captain America. Speculations about their comeback have been circulating for a while, and now, it seems that these iconic characters are making a triumphant return to the Avengers franchise.
Reviving Beloved Heroes
Since the conclusion of the Multiverse Saga and the confirmation of Avengers 5 and Avengers 6 titles, it became clear that the Avengers would face new challenges, including a showdown with Kang in “Avengers: The Kang Dynasty.” The enormity of the task ahead necessitates the return of every available superhero, including those believed to have met their ends.
Iron Man’s heroic journey culminated in a poignant sacrifice in “Endgame,” while Captain America embarked on a life-altering adventure to an alternate reality. Despite their apparent exits, both Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans had kept the door open for a possible return.
The Multiverse’s Grand Assembly
The forthcoming multiverse storyline holds immense potential, allowing Marvel to introduce a plethora of characters from different realities. This narrative freedom extends to the incorporation of beloved figures from the Fox universe, with Wolverine’s (Hugh Jackman) return in “Deadpool 3” being a prime example.
The Spider-Verse concept has already been explored, and the return of Spider-Man variants from various dimensions in “No Way Home” teases more multiverse adventures.
Considering the monumental battle against Kang and the unraveling multiverse, it is logical to bring back characters like Iron Man, Steve Rogers, and even Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson). This revival would facilitate a massive coalition of superheroes, akin to “Endgame,” as they unite against Kang.
Recent hints from the Loki series, particularly in season 2, suggest the forthcoming Secret Wars storyline. As Loki recruits allies from diverse realities, a similar call to arms will likely be necessary to confront Kang.
Weighing the Possibilities
Recent reports indicate that discussions are underway to reunite the original Avengers cast, with Downey Jr.’s Iron Man and Johansson’s Black Widow being considered for resurrection. While this idea is enticing, it may not serve the broader narrative purposes of the Multiverse Saga.
The glaring omission of significant connections between the Marvel movies and TV shows remains a challenge, as evident in MCU Phase 4 and 5. These missing links have raised questions about the true existence of the Avengers and their future role.
The primary aspect of the report is Marvel’s consideration to bring back deceased or retired characters. In the multiverse era, such a move appears necessary. As we welcome the X-Men, Deadpool, and other characters from Fox’s universe, it only makes sense to revive key characters like Iron Man and Black Widow. Additionally, Chris Evans’s return could involve a younger version of Captain America, ensuring his involvement in Secret Wars.
Insider MyTimeToShineHello has claimed that both Downey Jr. and Evans have agreed to return to the MCU. Although these statements cannot be verified, they align with the storyline’s requirements and the actors’ own comments about the MCU.
