Marvel confirms Patrick Stewart's final film role is in Avengers: Doomsday
The gist
Marvel Studios confirmed Patrick Stewart's last film role is in Avengers: Doomsday, the same day news broke of his death at 86.
The film closes the MCU's Multiverse Saga and hits theaters Dec. 18.
How it unfolded
- Jun 2026At SXSW London, director Joe Russo said he and the team were with Robert Downey Jr. discussing a concept of being 'back to phase zero.'
- Jul 2026Spider-Man: Brand New Day was released in cinemas, featuring Mark Ruffalo's Bruce Banner and Savage Hulk.
- Oct 29, 2026Marvel Studios confirmed Patrick Stewart's final film role will be in Avengers: Doomsday, in a tribute posted the same day as news of his death at 86.