Russos Say Banner Is Involved in Doomsday Story

The Russo brothers say Bruce Banner is involved in the story surrounding Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday, but they have not confirmed whether Mark Ruffalo will appear in the film. Their comments leave the character’s role and the nature of his connection to Doom unresolved. Joe Russo said Banner is “certainly involved” in the story around Doom, while declining to confirm or deny an appearance in Doomsday. His brother Anthony Russo said some actors and characters in the film have not been announced. The filmmakers did not identify those unannounced performers or specify whether Ruffalo is among them. The comments follow new footage added to the theatrical rerelease of Avengers: Endgame, titled Endgame Encore. A scene featuring Banner shows Doom finding him in a bunker and taking him. The footage connects Banner to the upcoming film’s story, but does not explain why Doom wants him or establish what happens to him afterward. Ruffalo was not included in Marvel’s announced Doomsday cast, according to reports. That omission, combined with the Russos’ remarks, leaves his participation uncertain.