Benedict Cumberbatch will be absent from Avengers

Benedict Cumberbatch says he's sitting out “Avengers: Doomsday” but will be 'in a lot' of “Secret Wars”
"He’s quite central to where things might go,” Cumberbatch said of his character. This is consistent with Marvel's 2015 Secret Wars comic by writer Jonathan Hickman and artist
5 Things Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars Need to Include From the Comics
Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars. This began with San Diego Comic-Con in 2024, when Kevin Feige announced the return of Marvel heavyweights Robert Downey Jr. and filmmakers the Russo brothers, and continued with the news that Chris Evans will also return to the MCU.
Avengers: Doomsday major spoiler out. Benedict Cumberbatch reveals why Doctor Strange will be missing from the movie
Benedict Cumberbatch has confirmed that Doctor Strange will not appear in Marvel's upcoming ‘Avengers: Doomsday, set for release in 2026, as the character does not align with the films storyline. Instead,
Doctor Strange Is Skipping Avengers: Doomsday, But Will Portal Back in for Secret Wars
Benedict Cumberbatch revealed that the Sorcerer Supreme is almost definitely not in for the the next big Marvel team-up film.
Don't Expect Doctor Strange to Appear in 'Avengers: Doomsday'
Benedict Cumberbatch has teased that Doctor Strange might not appear in Avengers: Doomsday. Here's what we know.
Benedict Cumberbatch Reacts to Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom Casting: “What the F—?”
Even Doctor Strange’s all-seeing Eye of Agamotto didn’t see it coming. During its San Diego Comic-Con presentation in July, Marvel Studios announced that Robert Downey Jr. is returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe — not as Iron Man,
Marvel Star Benedict Cumberbatch Says Doctor Strange Is Skipping Avengers Doomsday But Is a 'Central' Part of Secret Wars
Benedict Cumberbatch has said his Marvel Cinematic Universe character Doctor Strange is skipping the next big team up in Avengers Doomsday but will play a "central role" in its sequel Avengers Secret Wars.
Avengers: Doomsday gets NSFW Doctor Strange update, with a twist
Benedict Cumberbatch gives NSFW response to question about Doctor Strange being in Avengers: Doomsday. Those who were excited to see Benedict Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange in Avengers: Doomsday will be disappointed with the latest update on his status. However, there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Benedict Cumberbatch's Bizarre Reason For Skipping Avengers: Doomsday
In fact, he says in the interview he's set to reprise his role in the sequel, Avengers: Secret Wars. That hits
Benedict Cumberbatch isn't keeping secrets on 'Avengers: Doomsday' (because he's not going to be in the movie)
Benedict Cumberbatch reveals that Doctor Strange won't be in 'Avengers: Doomsday.' Also, he was just as surprised as anyone by Robert Downey's MCU return.
Benedict Cumberbatch Said ‘What the F—’ Over Robert Downey Jr.’s Marvel Return
Doctor Strange star Benedict Cumberbatch recently revealed the reaction he had when he learned about Robert Downey Jr‘s return to the MCU. Robert Downey Jr’s casting as Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday was a well-kept secret until the surprise reveal at the San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) in July 2024.
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Avengers: Doomsday’s Missing Cast Backs Up A Popular MCU Theory
Although Benedict Cumberbatch has spoiled that Doctor Strange won't be in Avengers: Doomsday, it backs up a popular theory ...
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RUMOR: Marvel Studios Wants AVENGERS Star Robert Downey Jr. To Continue Playing Doctor Doom After SECRET WARS
While Robert Downey Jr. is making his MCU return for Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, a new rumour suggests Marvel Studios wants the actor to continue playing the villain into the next ...