Superhero Returns: 5 Actors Who Made a Comeback to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, from Robert Downey Jr. to Hugh Jackman

In a thrilling development for Marvel fans, Robert Downey Jr. is set to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), but not as Iron Man. Instead, he’ll take on the role of Dr. Victor Von Doom, the iconic villain, in the upcoming *Avengers: Doomsday*, slated for release in May 2026, followed by *Secret Wars* a year later. This announcement was made during the San Diego Comic-Con.

Hugh Jackman, who bid an emotional farewell to his role as Wolverine in 2017’s *Logan*, is making a comeback in *Deadpool & Wolverine*. Despite previously stating he was done with the character, Jackman expressed excitement about reuniting Wolverine with Deadpool, acknowledging that fan demand played a role in his decision. “Ever since I saw *Deadpool 1*, I knew fans wanted to see these two characters together,” Jackman told Fandango.

Chris Evans is rumored to be returning to the MCU for *Avengers: Secret Wars*. While *Avengers: Endgame* saw his character, Steve Rogers, retire as Captain America, reports suggest Evans may appear in a brief cameo as an older Steve Rogers rather than donning the Captain America suit again.

Wesley Snipes is also back as Blade in *Deadpool & Wolverine*. Snipes originally played the vampire hunter in the late ’90s and early 2000s, and his return was made possible by a call from Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds. Snipes shared his surprise at the opportunity, saying, “You get a call from Ryan Reynolds after 20 years, you go, ‘Okay, I got to take this call.’”

Lastly, Scarlett Johansson, known for her role as Black Widow, is involved in a secret Marvel project. Details are scarce, with speculation ranging from a live-action film to a TV series or even an animated feature. Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige confirmed the project in an interview, and Johansson herself hinted at its ongoing development, suggesting there might be a standalone Black Widow series in the works.