Summary
Avengers: Doomsdaymight not be released until June 21, 2025, but the excitement for the blockbusterMarvel Cinematic Universefilm is already building. The overall plot is being kept secretive at this stage, but certain significant announcements and reports have guaranteed that people will be interested long before the movie is released.
However, one way that Marvel Studios could increase the excitement forAvengers: Doomsdaywould be to add Scarlett Johansson to the cast, which audiences are anticipating could happen.
Other Former Marvel Stars Are Returning
Anytime the Avengers name is thrown into a Marvel movie, the anticipation is set that the cast will be vast and impressive. Major names are anticipated to be part of it, and while it’s unclear what the current Avengers lineup looks like afterAvengers: Endgame, the film is set to feature some of the biggest characters in the MCU.Benedict Cumberbatch has confirmed he will be reprisinghis role of Doctor Strange in the film, which makes sense given how influential he has been in the multiverse. On top of that, it has been confirmed that the Fantastic Four will have a role in the movie, providing something fresh for the Avengers franchise.
However, the most exciting casting decisions have come in the form of Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans. Both actors were expected to be finished with the MCU afterAvengers: Endgame, particularly in Downey Jr.’s case due to Iron Man’s fate at the end of that movie. However, Downey Jr. has beenconfirmed to take on the role of Doctor Doom, which is going to be a unique twist for the MCU. Meanwhile, it is currently unconfirmed but rumored that Evans will be playing Nomad. Seeing two original Avengers actors returning for the film is an exciting situation because their names still draw significant interest from audiences due to their history.
Why Scarlett Johansson Must Be In Avengers: Doomsday
Johansson’s character of Black Widow is another original Avenger that has played a key role in the MCU over the years. However, her tragic end inAvengers: Endgameeffectively brought a halt to her future on-screen within the Marvel world. Even though she has played the character since in her own solo film, that was a spin-off that didn’t continue in the aftermath ofAvengers: Endgame, which is why most people presumed she was done with the franchise. However, she has continued to be attached to the MCU as Johansson is serving as an Executive Producer onthe upcomingThunderbolts*movie, which releases on June 24, 2025.
Even though it’s exciting that Johansson is continuing to work with Marvel Studios in non-acting roles, audiences want to see her back on-screen. Johansson is one of the most talented actresses in the world, and having her be part ofAvengers: Doomsdaywould be a shot in the arm for the film. It would also make sense, given that Evans and Downey Jr. are returning, despite their storylines also coming to their natural conclusion in the previous Avengers movie. With the multiverse, anything is possible, which opens up many creative ideas for how Johansson could return.
While it hasn’t been confirmed, the other three original Avengers, Thor, Hulk, and Hawkeye, could allplay a part inAvengers: Doomsdaybecause they’re characters who remain in the current MCU timeline and part of the franchise. If that is the case, then it would be a huge shame for Johansson to be the only original Avenger to miss out. That’s especially true, given she’s the only female, as that would set a bad precedent for Marvel.
What Could She Do In Avengers: Doomsday?
The easy and obvious way to have Johansson inAvengers: Doomsdayis via the multiverse, which is expected to play a huge part in this movie. It has been rumored that the current Avengers team will be fighting variants of other heroes in the film, which could see Johansson return but as a villain, potentially linking up with Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom. This could open up the possibility of bringing Black Widow back one more time in a more sadistic and evil role as a variant, possibly one that has an entirely different trajectory in her own timeline. Seeing a villainous Black Widow would also open up a potentially exciting scene with Florence Pugh’s Yelena Belova, who could then take on the mantel of being Black Widow in the MCU. Alternatively, she could play a different character, which would give her a completely new acting experience.
Johansson has been a crucial part of the MCU up until this stage, with her work as Black Widow adding a lot of mystery and heart to the overall storyline. Given that the stories ofseveral other original cast membersare clearly not up, it would be a shame not to have her feature inAvengers: Doomsday. Audiences would react positively to seeing her in the film regardless of what character she plays or how significant the part is. Marvel is all about fan service, and Johansson’s return would achieve that inAvengers: Doomsday.
