The Phantom Passengers: Who is Really on the Ship in Avengers: Doomsday?
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The Marvel Cinematic Universe has just shifted on its axis following the release of Thunderbolts*. While the film itself delivered a gritty, anti-hero ensemble, the internet is currently in a meltdown over the record-breaking 174-second post-credits scene.
This sequence, which features a retro-futuristic spacecraft bearing the iconic "4" logo entering Earth-616 orbit, serves as the definitive prologue to Avengers: Doomsday.
However, the most explosive whispers aren't about the First Family themselves, but about the "ghost passengers" reportedly hiding in plain sight.
Verifiable reports from high-profile industry insiders and scoopers like MyTimeToShineHello and John Campea suggest that the ship is carrying far more than just Reed Richards and his crew.
Is Steve Rogers Aboard the Fantastic Four Ship?
One of the most persistent rumors suggests that Chris Evans is making a monumental return as Steve Rogers. According to reports from MyTimeToShineHello, Steve is not only on the ship but has been residing on Earth-828, the same retro-60s reality as the Fantastic Four.
Speculation indicates that Steve’s decision to stay in the past with Peggy Carter may have caused a multiversal ripple, landing him in this alternate timeline. Verifiable chatter mentions a "Luke Cage" codename being used for Evans on set to hide his presence during the filming of these pivotal scenes.
Will Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom Debut Sooner Than Expected in Avengers: Doomsday?
The biggest shocker coming from the rumor mill—and seemingly corroborated by John Campea—is that Robert Downey Jr.’s Victor Von Doom is already on board that very same vessel.
Rather than appearing as an overt villain from the jump, reports suggest Doom may be presenting himself as a heroic figure or an ally to the Fantastic Four.
Some theories, bolstered by CBR and ComicBookMovie, suggest Doom might even be protecting (or manipulating) the young Franklin Richards, whose reality-warping powers are rumored to be the catalyst for the events in Avengers: Doomsday.
Are Other Avengers Hiding in the Cargo Bay?
The ship is getting crowded. Beyond Steve and Doom, scoopers have mentioned a potential appearance by a variant of Thor (Chris Hemsworth). The theory suggests that the Fantastic Four’s ship has served as a "lifeboat" of sorts, picking up key heroes from dying timelines before making its final jump into the MCU’s main Earth-616.
Deep Dive: The "Doomsday" Manifest
Rumored Character | Source/Scooper | Potential Role/Status |
Steve Rogers | MyTimeToShineHello | Resident of Earth-828; returning with the F4. |
Doctor Doom | John Campea / MyTimeToShineH | Masquerading as an ally; traveling with the crew. |
Franklin Richards | Various Reports | Central "power source" or motivation for the journey. |
Thor (Variant) | Industry Insiders | Picked up during a multiversal stop-off. |
The New Avengers | Thunderbolts* Credits | First contact on Earth-616; monitoring the arrival. |
Some Closing Thoughts
The arrival of the ship at the end of Thunderbolts* isn't just a cameo; it’s a collision of franchises.
By placing Steve Rogers and Doctor Doom on the same craft, Marvel is bypassing the slow-burn buildup and throwing fans directly into the multiversal fire.
If these reports hold true, the opening minutes of Avengers: Doomsday will change the MCU forever.
So, are you as stoked for Avengers: Doomsday as us? Let us know in the comments section down below!
