Fans of the Avengers may need to brace themselves. Meanwhile, Marvel Studios has hinted that some of our favorite heroes could face potentially heartbreaking fates in the next two major MCU films: Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars. These movies will deliver shocking twists, and fans are already speculating which characters will not survive.
Upcoming MCU Releases and Dates
Avengers: Doomsday, directed by Joe Russo and Anthony Russo, is currently in post-production and is scheduled for release on December 18, 2026. Its follow-up, Avengers: Secret Wars, will hit theaters on December 17, 2027. Therefore, fans have roughly a year between these two massive events to theorize about the fate of their favorite heroes. Given the high stakes, Marvel may use these films to completely reshape the MCU for future phases.
Doomsday Teasers Hint at Major Deaths
Marvel has released four teaser trailers for Doomsday, highlighting some key characters, including:
- Chris Evans’ Steve Rogers
- Chris Hemsworth’s Thor
- Several X-Men characters
- Letitia Wright’s Shuri/Black Panther
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach’s Ben Grimm/The Thing
These teasers, while short, suggest intense battles and major stakes. Moreover, the inclusion of X-Men characters hints at a possible crossover, raising even more questions about how these Avengers will handle the threats coming their way. Despite these teasers, Marvel has kept the actual plot tightly under wraps, leaving fans to speculate on which heroes might face their final moments.
Speculation Around New Avengers Survivals
Recently, Scooper James Mack was asked about the survival of certain Avengers and New Avengers members, including:
- Hannah John-Kamen’s Ava Starr/Ghost
- Sebastian Stan’s Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier
- Wyatt Russell’s John Walker/U.S. Agent
- David Harbour’s Alexei Shostakov/Red Guardian
Instead of answering directly, Mack shared a GIF that appeared to suggest not all of them will survive. This response has led to widespread fan theories and debates online, with many predicting shocking deaths that could redefine the MCU’s hero lineup
Uncertainty for Other Characters
Interestingly, some New Avengers, like Florence Pugh’s Yelena Belova and Lewis Pullman’s Bob/Sentry, were not mentioned in the survival discussion. As a result, their fates remain unclear, fueling additional fan speculation. Furthermore, minor characters and supporting heroes may also face unexpected dangers, highlighting that no one is truly safe in these high-stakes films.
The Future of the New Avengers Team
Currently, there are no officially announced New Avengers-related projects beyond Secret Wars. Consequently, this lack of announcements has intensified speculation about the team’s future in the MCU. Therefore, the next two blockbuster films could redefine the landscape for Marvel’s superhero ensemble. Fans are especially curious whether Marvel will introduce new heroes to fill gaps left by those who may not survive.
If major characters do perish, it would mark a bold shift in the MCU. As a result, future phases may introduce fresh storylines, new leadership for the Avengers, and possibly even alternate universe narratives. These films may also set the stage for unexpected crossovers with other Marvel properties, keeping audiences engaged and theorizing for years to come.
While plot details remain under wraps and reports are unconfirmed, one thing is certain: fans of the Avengers should prepare for shocking twists, emotional farewells, and game-changing events in the upcoming Marvel releases. As a result, anticipation is at an all-time high, and speculation about who will survive or fall is fueling countless fan discussions across the MCU community.
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