Marvel Launches Avengers Doomsday Podcast Ahead of Film

Marvel Studios has launched a new video podcast, "Countdown to Avengers Doomsday Official Podcast," hosted by actress Iman Vellani and comedian Frank Alvarez, to build anticipation for the upcoming film "Avengers Doomsday." The first episode, which recaps the 2012 film "The Avengers," became available on August 27, 2026, on Disney, YouTube, and major audio platforms.

The five-part series is designed to revisit key films from the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Infinity Saga ahead of the new movie's theatrical release on December 18, 2026. Vellani, known for her role as Ms. Marvel, and Alvarez, co-host of "The Basement Yard," will guide audiences through a recap and discussion of each selected film. The podcast aims to explore character arcs, themes, and iconic moments that may influence the narrative of "Avengers Doomsday."

The schedule for the podcast aligns with the release of each episode. Following the debut episode on "The Avengers," subsequent episodes will cover "Avengers: Age of Ultron" on September 3, "Captain America: Civil War" on September 10, "Avengers: Infinity War" on September 17, and "Avengers: Endgame" on September 24. The final episode is timed to coincide with...