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The news of Robert Downey Jr’s return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe has taken the internet by storm. As the world tries to cope with this emotional reunion and the iconic reveal of the news, many have started to actually think about the character that he will be playing. At theSDCC,it was announced that Downey will be playing the role of one of the most iconic villains from Marvel Comics, Doctor Doom.
While many fans are excited about the news, they cannot help but wonder if Downey was the perfect pick for the character. Although many fans trust him and his capabilities, others think that there were other actors who were better suited for the role and they are making their voices heard.
Fans Doubt Robert Downey Jr’s Recent Casting
After theannouncementofRobert Downey Jr’sreturn, it is difficult not to wonder if he will be the right person for the role. After the news was announced and the initial shock faded, fans have been somewhat worried. While they certainly wanted Downey to come back into the franchise, they do not thinkDoctor Doomwas who he needed to come back as.
While many do agree with the casting, there is one specific aspect of the character that is making the others hesitant. In the comics and almost all other versions of the character, Victor von Doom is from Latveria and was a Romani. Due to this, many fans were fan-casting actors like Cillian Murphy and Alexander Skarsgård in the role.
We could’ve gotten like cillian Murphy or Alexander skaarsgaard and instead we recycle to an American for the role.https://t.co/AYaCAQM1NZ
— Rokaan Al-Zeer (@ROKU9413)July 14, 2025
I’m gonna be the only one who thinks isn’t good news lol
— 𝕊𝕚𝕘𝕘𝕪𝔾𝕦𝕟𝕤 (@Siggyv)August 16, 2025
I have a hard time seeing RDJ as Doom, it’ll be too weird imo…
— Lucy Sparkle 🌸 (@ItsSparkle7)July 12, 2025
https://twitter.com/heroesahead/status/1817386311470530827
I can’t wait to see who they explain this……
— Thatdude340pm (@thatdude340pm)August 04, 2025
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However, since an American actor was cast as the character, many fans are upset about it. They wonder if Downey was the right choice by Kevin Feige and if he would be able to do the character justice.
Is Robert Downey Jr the Best Fit for Doctor Doom?
These are just a few examples of how many are doubting Robert Downey Jr’s casting as Doctor Doom. Although fans have been wanting him to come back into the MCU since he killed Thanos, it would seem that this isn’t what they had in mind. While the doubt does make sense, fans are undermining the true talent that the actor possesses.
From a purely objective perspective, one can say that the actor may not be the right choice. However, there is no denying that he is one of the most talented actors in Hollywood and knows exactly how to melt into any character. In his recent series,The Sympathizer, Downey played four different characters that were completely different from each other, showcasing his true talents.
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It is safe to say that in his next chapters in the MCU, he will require a lot of trust from the fans and need them to have faith in his capabilities.
Ananya Godboley
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Ananya Godboley is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on TV shows, with over 2,000 articles published. She has been an entertainment journalist for the past two years. Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in psychology from K.R. Mangalam University, Ananya also likes to fangirl as a full-time job. She covers news and analyses on anything from Rick and Morty to Hannibal and even Arcane. In between these lines, she also enjoys superheroes and Taylor Swift.A philosophy enthusiast, Ananya enjoys digging deeper into the media she consumes, trying to understand the root of her favorite characters' behavior.
