Benedict Cumberbatch seems to have finally learned the art of MCU secrecy. This time, he carefully dodged questions about Doctor Strange and his potential role in Avengers: Doomsday. As a result, fans are left speculating, with theories spreading faster than ever.
Benedict Cumberbatch Plays Coy About Doctor Strange
Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, Cumberbatch was asked about his character’s involvement in Avengers: Doomsday. Instead of confirming or denying anything, he jokingly said,
“I wonder… I wonder, I wonder… I wonder.”
This playful response shows he now understands how even a small slip can create massive fan debates.
Earlier this year, in an interview with Variety, Cumberbatch teased that Doctor Strange
“was not aligning with this party of the story.”
He quickly followed up by admitting that it might have been a spoiler. Still, he reassured fans that Strange would be back in 2027’s Avengers: Secret Wars.
Doctor Strange and Marvel’s Upcoming Films
Only a week later, during a Business Insider interview, the actor laughed at his own loose tongue, telling fans,
“Never listen to what I say about the MCU.”
This lighthearted remark shows just how much pressure Marvel stars face in keeping details under wraps.
Avengers: Doomsday and Doctor Strange’s Role
Marvel Studios has yet to officially confirm whether Doctor Strange will appear in Avengers: Doomsday. Nevertheless, fans continue to theorize that the Sorcerer Supreme could play a vital part in guiding the Avengers through multiverse-related dangers. After all, Strange has been central to almost every major reality-bending conflict since Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
Some believe he may even clash with Doctor Doom, who is rumored to be the film’s primary antagonist. If true, that would place Strange at the heart of Marvel’s most dangerous battle yet.
Marvel’s Release Schedule and What It Signals
Marvel has mapped out an exciting future for fans. Avengers: Doomsday arrives on December 18, 2026, followed by Avengers: Secret Wars on December 17, 2027. In between, audiences will also get Spider-Man: Brand New Day on July 31, 2026.
This packed schedule highlights Marvel’s careful setup of the next saga. Moreover, it raises questions about which heroes will lead the MCU into its next phase. If Doctor Strange does appear, his role could prove pivotal in shaping the Avengers’ legacy.
Cumberbatch’s recent interviews make it clear that Marvel is carefully guarding its secrets. Nevertheless, fans can safely assume that Doctor Strange will continue to play a major role in shaping the multiverse story. Moreover, whether or not he shows up in Avengers: Doomsday, his confirmed return in Secret Wars ensures that Strange will remain central to Marvel’s future.
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