The Marvel fandom is buzzing with theories about Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom. From multiverse madness to secret timelines, Reddit has been hard at work piecing together clues.
Let’s break down the most popular theories—and which ones actually make sense.
Theory 1: Tony Stark Becomes Doom
This is the big one. According to this theory, Tony Stark survived Endgame and was transported to another timeline or dimension. Over time, he became corrupted—transforming into Doctor Doom.
Why Fans Like It:
- It would be a shocking twist
- Both characters are tech geniuses
- It recontextualizes Tony’s arc
Why It Might Not Work:
Tony’s sacrifice was the emotional climax of the Infinity Saga. Bringing him back (even as a villain) could feel like a retcon.
Theory 2: Victor Von Doom Who Looks Like Tony
This theory suggests that RDJ is playing Victor Von Doom from another universe—someone who just happens to look like Tony Stark.
Why Fans Like It:
- It preserves Tony’s legacy
- Allows Marvel to use RDJ without undermining Endgame
- Fits the multiverse framework
Why It Works:
This is the most likely explanation. It gives Marvel creative freedom while still capitalizing on RDJ’s star power.
Theory 3: Mephisto Did It
Of course, someone on Reddit brought up Mephisto. According to this theory, Mephisto resurrected Tony and transformed him into Doctor Doom as part of some cosmic plan.
Why Fans Are Skeptical:
- Mephisto has become a meme at this point
- There’s no evidence for this
- It feels unnecessarily convoluted
Theory 4: It’s a Skrull
Some fans think RDJ’s Doom is actually a Skrull impersonating someone who looks like Tony Stark. This would tie into the Secret Invasion storyline.
Why It’s Interesting:
It could explain why Doom looks like Tony—it’s a Skrull wearing a familiar face.
Why It’s Unlikely:
Marvel just did Secret Invasion. Repeating the “it was a Skrull all along” twist would feel lazy.
Reddit’s Verdict
Most fans seem to agree that Theory 2 (Victor Von Doom who looks like Tony) is the most likely. It’s clean, preserves character arcs, and gives Marvel maximum flexibility.
But hey, this is Marvel. Expect the unexpected.
What do you think? Which theory do you believe? Sound off in the comments!
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