8 Famous Superheroes Absent in 'AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY', Including Spider-Man and Doctor Strange

Kapanlagi.com - On Wednesday, March 27, 2025, Marvel revealed the cast list for the highly anticipated film AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY. However, several major superheroes from the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) seem to be absent from the list, leaving many questions for fans.

Among them are Spider-Man played by Tom Holland, Doctor Strange portrayed by Benedict Cumberbatch, and Captain Marvel starring Brie Larson. Fans are puzzled as to why these key characters are not included, considering they have long been part of previous Avengers films.

Their absence raises speculation about whether these characters will return in sequels like AVENGERS: SECRET WARS? or perhaps Marvel is intentionally hiding surprises to avoid spoilers. For sure, several other major actors and actresses who are missing from this list, ranging from Hulk, Star-Lord, to Scarlet Witch, also add to the mystery among fans. Here is a complete analysis of why some expected superheroes in AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY are surprisingly not present.

1. Absence Surprise: Spider-Man Not on the List

Absent superhero in Avengers: Doomsday (credit:imdb)

The Spider-Man portrayed by Tom Holland surprised many fans with his absence from the cast list of AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY. Although Spider-Man has appeared in two previous Avengers films, Holland is instead focusing on his upcoming solo film set for July 2026. Many were hoping for his presence given the important role he plays in the MCU, but as of now, there has been no confirmation that Spider-Man will appear in this film.

This announcement has sparked speculation about whether Spider-Man will be present in the next MCU film or if Marvel is deliberately planning his absence in DOOMSDAY to make room for other characters. Nevertheless, with the upcoming solo film, there is a possibility that Marvel is preparing a larger story for Spider-Man.

2. Doctor Strange: Not in Line with the Story?

The superhero absent in Avengers: Doomsday (credit:imdb)

Benedict Cumberbatch, who plays Doctor Strange, is also not on the list of AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY. Although many fans are hoping for his appearance, Cumberbatch himself stated that the character of Doctor Strange does not fit the storyline present in this film. He added that although he is not involved in DOOMSDAY, Doctor Strange will return in SECRET WARS.

This adds to the tension among fans, who now have to wait longer to see the continuation of Doctor Strange's role in the MCU. Cumberbatch also revealed that he previously provided incorrect information, and eventually confirmed that he will return in the next AVENGERS film.

3. Captain Marvel: Focus on Other Characters

Superheroes absent in Avengers: Doomsday (credit:imdb)

Captain Marvel, played by Brie Larson, is one of the characters expected to appear in AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY. However, this character is not listed in the cast. Some speculation suggests that this decision may be because Marvel chose to focus on the development of other characters that are more directly related to the story present in this film.

Although not directly involved in DOOMSDAY, Larson has revealed that the character of Captain Marvel will return in upcoming MCU films, possibly in SECRET WARS. The presence of Captain Marvel, already known for her superpowers, is hoped to enrich the MCU story moving forward.

4. Hulk and Other Key Characters Missing

Superheroes absent from Avengers: Doomsday (credit:imdb)

Mark Ruffalo, who plays Hulk, is also not listed in the cast of AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY. Like several other characters, Hulk's absence adds to the intrigue among fans. Nevertheless, many hope that Hulk may return in the next film, or even appear as part of a big surprise in this one.

In addition to Hulk, characters like Star-Lord played by Chris Pratt, Hawkeye played by Jeremy Renner, and Scarlet Witch played by Elizabeth Olsen are also not present in the list. Their presence in the future is highly anticipated, as their roles are crucial in the continuation of the MCU story.

5. Is This a Strategy for AVENGERS: SECRET WARS?

Superheroes who are absent in Avengers: Doomsday (credit:imdb)

The absence of many major characters from AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY does not mean they have retired from the MCU. On the contrary, some speculation suggests that Marvel may be planning a strategy for AVENGERS: SECRET WARS. Some characters that did not appear in DOOMSDAY may show up in the next film.

Marvel often keeps big surprises in their stories, and this may just be part of their larger plan to shock fans in the future. For example, some characters who were absent in AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR reappeared in AVENGERS: ENDGAME, hinting that a character's absence in one film does not always mean the end of their story.

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