Kevin Feige Pushes Back at Criticisms That Dr. Doom Hasn’t Had Thanos-Level Buildup
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Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige defended Doctor Doom’s upcoming role as the MCU’s next major antagonist during the Hall H panel at Comic‑Con. When asked why Doom lacks the “Thanos‑level” buildup, Feige pointed to the viral memes that mocked Thanos’s early appearances and argued that the perception of a villain’s rise is shaped over time, not solely by screen time. He said the studio will introduce Doom in the forthcoming film Avengers: Doomsday the same way Infinity War introduced Thanos, gradually revealing his motives for both comic‑book fans and newcomers. Feige also hinted that Doom’s story will extend beyond a single movie, and the panel unveiled other projects, including Black Panther III and a new Ghost Rider starring Ryan Gosling today.
💡 Why It Matters
- · Feige’s framing positions Doom as a long‑term narrative anchor, aiming to give the MCU a villain with cultural resonance comparable to Thanos.