Who Are Marvel's New Avengers in Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars?

The MCU has dramatically shifted since Avengers: Endgame. The Avengers team, as we knew it, is no more. While new heroes are emerging to fill the void left by Iron Man and Captain America, a full-fledged Avengers movie remains on the horizon. Even Captain America: Brave New World doesn't reunite Earth's Mightiest Heroes. It's not until Phase 6, with the back-to-back releases of Avengers: Doomsday (2026) and Avengers: Secret Wars (2027), that we'll see the team assemble again. But who will answer the call? Let's explore the likely candidates for the new Avengers lineup in Phase 6.

Who Will Be the New Avengers in the MCU?

Wong

With Tony Stark and Steve Rogers gone, Benedict Wong's Wong has become a crucial figure in Phases 4 and 5, appearing in numerous projects. His role as Sorcerer Supreme, inherited from Doctor Strange, positions him perfectly to defend the world and unite the Avengers when the time comes. We've arguably entered a "Phase Wong" of the MCU.

Shang-Chi

Simu Liu's Shang-Chi is a strong contender. His summoning by Wong in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, coupled with Destin Daniel Cretton's initial involvement with Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, points to significant plans for Shang-Chi's future, especially considering his mastery of the Ten Rings.

Doctor Strange

While Wong is Sorcerer Supreme, Stephen Strange's expertise in magic and the multiverse remains invaluable. His current involvement with Clea in another universe, teased in Multiverse of Madness, suggests a future role in the Avengers' fight against Doctor Doom.

Captain America

Anthony Mackie's Sam Wilson has taken up the mantle. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier and Captain America: Brave New World showcase his evolution as a leader, potentially setting him up to unite the Avengers, though he will likely struggle to live up to Steve Rogers’ legacy.

War Machine

Don Cheadle's War Machine is poised for a more prominent role. Armor Wars, building upon Secret Invasion, suggests his importance in the Multiverse Saga and his potential as a key Avenger.

Ironheart

Dominique Thorne's Riri Williams is a strong candidate to become the MCU's new Iron Man. Her debut in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and her upcoming series, Ironheart, will solidify her place as a powerful hero.

Spider-Man

Tom Holland's Spider-Man, despite his efforts to remain anonymous, is likely to play a crucial role. The mystery of whether anyone remembers his identity, particularly Wong, adds intrigue to his potential return.

She-Hulk

While Hulk takes a supporting role, Tatiana Maslany's She-Hulk is a strong contender, combining intelligence, strength, and a unique personality. She’s a natural fit for the Avengers.

The Marvels

Brie Larson's Captain Marvel, Teyonah Parris' Monica Rambeau, and Iman Vellani's Kamala Khan, from The Marvels, are all likely to join the Avengers, with Captain Marvel potentially leading the team.

How Many Avengers Is Too Many?

The potential roster for Avengers: Doomsday is substantial. The MCU could follow the comic book model of multiple Avengers teams or a large pool of heroes, similar to Jonathan Hickman's Avengers run.

Hawkeye & Kate Bishop

Jeremy Renner's Hawkeye, despite his recent accident, may return, alongside Hailee Steinfeld's Kate Bishop, providing archery expertise to the team.

Thor

Chris Hemsworth's Thor, as one of the last remaining original Avengers, is likely to remain a key member, potentially alongside his daughter, Love. The possibility of a Thor Corps in Avengers: Secret Wars is also intriguing.

The Ant-Man Family

Paul Rudd's Ant-Man, Evangeline Lilly's Wasp, and Kathryn Newton's Stature, given their connection to the Quantum Realm and Kang, are likely to play significant roles.

Star-Lord

Chris Pratt's Star-Lord's return to Earth at the end of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 hints at a possible involvement in the next Avengers films.

Black Panther

Letitia Wright's Shuri, as the new Black Panther, will likely continue Wakanda's support of the Avengers, alongside M'Baku.

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For more on the MCU's future, explore the possibility of Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom and review all upcoming Marvel movies and series.

Note - this article was originally published on July 28, 2022 and updated on February 18, 2025 with the latest MCU developments.