The Marvel Cinematic Universe just got a lot more interesting thanks to a single social media post from Robert Downey Jr. The actor, who famously concluded his run as Iron Man in 2019, shared an intriguing piece of fan artwork that has reignited hope among millions of fans that Tony Stark’s story might not be completely finished after all.
The artwork in question depicts a Thanksgiving-themed scene featuring the armored hands of both Iron Man and Doctor Doom grasping opposite ends of a wishbone. This traditional symbol of luck and wishes takes on new meaning when considering Downey Jr.’s dual connection to both characters. The actor posted the image with a holiday greeting, but fans immediately recognized the deeper implications of showing these two characters together in any context.
The response from the Marvel community has been overwhelming and unanimous in its excitement. Fan theories are spreading like wildfire, with many convinced that this artwork serves as confirmation of Iron Man’s involvement in the upcoming Avengers films. Some speculate about multiverse variants, others about artificial intelligence resurrections, and still others about time travel scenarios that could bring the beloved character back without undoing his heroic sacrifice.
Downey Jr. spent over a decade building Tony Stark into one of the most beloved characters in modern cinema. His performance across ten MCU films established him as the heart and soul of the franchise, making his departure in Endgame both devastating and perfect. The announcement that he would return as Victor Von Doom sent shockwaves through the fanbase, with many wondering how Marvel would handle having the same actor portray two such different characters within the same cinematic universe.
Production on both Doomsday and Secret Wars remains shrouded in mystery, with Marvel Studios keeping plot details under lock and key. The only confirmed information includes the December 2026 release date for Doomsday and December 2027 for Secret Wars, along with an impressive ensemble cast. Downey Jr.’s recent post adds another layer of intrigue to what are already shaping up to be the most anticipated superhero films in years, proving once again that Marvel knows how to keep audiences guessing.