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David Harbour Teases “You Are Tony Stark” Doom Twist

8/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

David Harbour hinted at an Avengers: Doomsday reveal by reciting “You… are Tony Stark” in Variety.
He delivered the line in Red Guardian voice while pointing at the camera.
The quote suggests Doctor Doom removes mask and is seen as Tony Stark.
Robert Downey Jr. returns to the MCU in Avengers: Doomsday as villain Victor von Doom.
Marvel announced the film opens globally on December 18, 2026, with a UAE preview on December 17.

History

Historical Context

In May 2012 Marvel Studios released The Avengers, earning $1.518 billion worldwide and establishing the MCU’s shared-universe model. The success spurred sequels culminating in Avengers: Endgame (2019) with $2.797 billion, the second-highest-grossing film ever. Phase Six now returns the team with Avengers: Doomsday, slated for December 18 2026, continuing the franchise’s global blockbuster pattern.

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Story summary

David Harbour hinted at an Avengers: Doomsday reveal by reciting “You… are Tony Stark” in Variety.
He delivered the line in Red Guardian voice while pointing at the camera.
The quote suggests Doctor Doom removes mask and is seen as Tony Stark.
Robert Downey Jr. returns to the MCU in Avengers: Doomsday as villain Victor von Doom.
Marvel announced the film opens globally on December 18, 2026, with a UAE preview on December 17.

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