Simu Liu Just Put a Lot of Pressure on ‘Avengers: Doomsday'

Simu Liu Raises Expectations for Avengers: Doomsday

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) remains a global powerhouse, though its impact isn’t as overwhelming as before. The recent Fantastic Four: First Steps earned just over $500 million—a solid figure but modest by Marvel's high standards. Anticipation builds for the fourth Spider-Man film starring Tom Holland, followed by the highly awaited MCU crossover, Avengers: Doomsday.

This film faces significant pressure after challenges such as replacing Jonathan Majors as the main villain, changing directors, introducing several Fox-era X-Men characters, and reuniting Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, reportedly for a substantial fee. Furthermore, Kevin Feige has indicated that after this and the following Avengers movie, the MCU will undergo a reboot, making Avengers: Doomsday a farewell to the current era.

Simu Liu's Insight on the Film

Adding to the film's weight, Simu Liu recently shared his thoughts in an interview with ScreenRant, highlighting the emotional depth within the blockbuster:

“I mean, there are just so many actors in it, and getting to work with those people as peers is really incredible because I grew up watching so many of them. It feels, in a lot of ways, like a love letter to the entire genre of superhero movies. And I think there’s something really fun about that.”

Summary

Avengers: Doomsday is positioned as both a major cinematic event and a heartfelt tribute to superhero films, carrying the expectations of concluding an important MCU chapter.

Author's note: Simu Liu emphasizes the emotional resonance of Avengers: Doomsday, suggesting it will honor the superhero genre while marking the MCU’s next evolution.

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Pajiba Pajiba — 2025-11-05

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