Fans Argue Cillian Murphy Should’ve Been Doctor Doom Over Robert Downey Jr.

Marvel fans have voiced their opinions regarding Robert Downey Jr.’s casting as Doctor Doom, with many expressing a preference for Cillian Murphy in the role. Murphy, a co-star with Downey in “Oppenheimer,” has been suggested by fans as a better fit for the character in the upcoming “Avengers: Doomsday.”

The decision to double-cast RDJ in the MCU has stirred controversy. Tony Stark’s death in “Avengers: Endgame” served as a dramatic farewell for the character, and there is concern that Downey’s return might undermine that. While the success of RDJ’s return remains uncertain, fans on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) have shared their disappointment that Murphy was not chosen for the part.

Cillian Murphy trended online as fans speculated that he would have been a superior choice for Doctor Doom. Although Disney has never officially linked Murphy to the role, rumors suggested he was a top candidate. In 2023, a notable leaker known as MyTimeToShineHello claimed that Murphy was in line to play the villain.

The casting of Robert Downey Jr. has led to further discussions on X, highlighting Murphy’s rumored exclusion. However, it has not been confirmed if Murphy was ever seriously considered for the role.

Murphy previously addressed the idea of playing Doctor Doom in an interview on the Happy, Sad, Confused podcast. When asked about his interest in the role, he mentioned that it would depend on the script. This led to speculation about his potential involvement in the MCU, but recent events suggest otherwise.

Despite this, there remains the possibility that Cillian Murphy could join the MCU in a different capacity in the future. Questions also linger about whether Robert Downey Jr. will portray Victor von Doom or an evil version of Tony Stark. If the latter, there might still be a place for a Cillian von Doom down the line.