Avengers: Doomsday: MCU Phase 4 Star Hints at Screen Time With Magneto and Professor X

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Recent reports suggest that Magneto and Professor X could share screen time in *Avengers: Doomsday* alongside a well-known actor from Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The upcoming film is generating excitement because it will finally unite actors from different eras of Marvel movies, and fans are eager to see long-awaited interactions between characters – some of which are now confirmed to happen.

Simu Liu, known for his role as Shang-Chi, hinted that he shared scenes with acting legends Sir Patrick Stewart (Professor X) and Sir Ian McKellen (Magneto) in the upcoming *Avengers: Doomsday* film. Speaking at New York Comic-Con 2025, Liu said he’d grown up admiring both actors. He playfully suggested he might have had the chance to act alongside them in *Doomsday*, but didn’t offer any details.

It was incredible to work with actors like Sir Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart – people I’ve admired since childhood. I’ve even had the chance to share scenes with them, which was possibly the best part of the whole experience. It was just…indescribable.

While details are still scarce – only 27 cast members for *Doomsday* have been officially announced, including Liu, Stewart, and McKellen – this news suggests we’ll definitely see the Avengers and X-Men interacting. It will be the first time these characters from different universes team up on screen under the Marvel Studios banner.

The upcoming movie, *Avengers: Doomsday*, will be the third film in Phase 6 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the fifth *Avengers* movie overall. It will feature a team-up of heroes including the Avengers, X-Men, Fantastic Four, and New Avengers as they battle Doctor Doom, played by Robert Downey Jr. *Avengers: Doomsday* is scheduled to be released in theaters on December 18, 2026.

What To Expect From Shang-Chi/X-Men Interaction in Avengers: Doomsday

As a huge film fan, I’m really excited about *Doomsday*, even though Marvel’s keeping the plot details pretty secret. Everyone’s predicting a massive team-up between the X-Men and the Avengers, which would be incredible! Plus, with Shang-Chi now part of Sam Wilson’s Avengers, I’m guessing he’ll be key to any interactions with heroes coming in from different universes. I can’t wait to see it all unfold!

Currently, it’s unclear how the Avengers and X-Men will first meet. However, after the effects of Doctor Doom’s actions become apparent, Sam Wilson’s team will likely meet with Charles Xavier and the X-Men to discuss the situation and figure out a plan.

On-set photos hinted that Charles Xavier’s mansion will appear in Doomsday. This could serve as a training ground where Shang-Chi’s team of X-Men can learn from Charles Xavier and his existing X-Men – possibly including Magneto – as the story progresses.

As a huge movie fan, I’m really excited to hear this film is promising tons of action – we’re talking epic battles with the Avengers *and* the X-Men! Plus, they’ve hinted at a showdown between the X-Men and the Fantastic Four, which sounds absolutely incredible. I can’t wait!

Shang-Chi’s possession of the Ten Rings could be key to how the Avengers and X-Men work together, potentially serving as the central element driving their interactions. His experiences with the Avengers might also lead him to approach conflicts differently than heroes like Captain America or Professor X, adding a unique and compelling dynamic to the team.

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2025-10-14 20:35