A recent leak from the set of Avengers: Doomsday has provided what appears to be the first glimpse at the costumes for the film's ensemble of heroes, including a roster of returning X-Men characters in classic comic-inspired attire. The highly anticipated film marks the Marvel Cinematic Universe's return to the Avengers franchise since Avengers: Endgame in 2019 and introduces Doctor Doom as a central antagonist. With production having just wrapped, this reveal comes at a pivotal time as the movie gears up for its role in concluding the Multiverse Saga.
The leak originates from a commemorative bag gifted to crew members at the film's wrap party, as shared by UK-based makeup artist Giovanna Ponci on her Instagram (@giponci). The bag features a collage reminiscent of The Brady Bunch, showcasing headshots of the main characters in their respective outfits. This design offers insight into how Marvel Studios is blending legacy elements with fresh interpretations for the blockbuster.
Among the standout reveals are the costumes for the X-Men heroes, who are set to play a significant role in the story—potentially tied to an incursion event where universes collide. Cyclops is depicted in his iconic blue and yellow suit, complete with the signature red visor that channels energy blasts. Beast appears in a highly comic-accurate form, emphasizing his blue-furred, muscular physique. Mystique sports a white and black outfit inspired by her comic book appearances, moving away from the nude, shape-shifting look often seen in previous films. Nightcrawler's ensemble mirrors his traditional comic design, ditching the trench coat from X2: X-Men United for a more acrobatic, red-and-black suit. Additionally, what seems to be Magneto is partially visible, though obscured by a label on the bag, suggesting his inclusion in a familiar metallic helmet and cape aesthetic.
The rest of the heroes largely stick to established looks with subtle updates. Thor's costume shows some tweaks, possibly incorporating new Asgardian elements while retaining his hammer-wielding godly presence. Namor is shown in a black vest with a popped collar, evoking his Atlantean royal style from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. One intriguing addition is a mysterious character at the bottom of the collage, speculated to be a grown-up Franklin Richards. This aligns with his toddler appearance in the post-credits scene of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, where he interacts with Doctor Doom, hinting at a time-jump or accelerated aging plotline for the young reality-warper.
While the bag provides an exciting preview, it's worth approaching with caution. Designs in Marvel films have evolved post-production in the past, and until official promotional materials surface, these could be subject to changes. The film's narrative remains shrouded in secrecy, but the inclusion of multiversal elements like incursions suggests a high-stakes crossover event bringing together heroes from various timelines.
As anticipation builds, details on the confirmed cast highlight the star power assembled for Avengers: Doomsday. Robert Downey Jr. leads as Victor von Doom, marking a dramatic return to the MCU in a villainous role. The Fantastic Four are represented by Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/The Invisible Woman, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing, and Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/The Human Torch. Key Avengers include Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson/Captain America, Paul Rudd as Scott Lang/Ant-Man, Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes/The Winter Soldier, and Letitia Wright as Shuri/Black Panther.
The Thunderbolts team features Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova, Wyatt Russell as John Walker/U.S. Agent, David Harbour as Alexei Shostakov/Red Guardian, and Hannah John-Kamen as Ava Starr/Ghost. Other notable additions are Lewis Pullman as Bob/The Sentry, Tom Hiddleston as Loki, Simu Liu as Shang-Chi, Danny Ramirez as Joaquin Torres/Falcon, Winston Duke as M'Baku, and Tenoch Huerta as Namor. The returning X-Men cast comprises Patrick Stewart as Charles Xavier, Ian McKellen as Magneto, James Marsden as Cyclops, Kelsey Grammer as Beast, Alan Cumming as Nightcrawler, Rebecca Romijn as Mystique, and Channing Tatum as Gambit.
Avengers: Doomsday is set to release on December 18, 2026.
Source: Instagram - giponci
