Simu Liu Calls ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ A “Love Letter To The Entire Genre Of Superhero Movies”

Simu Liu Returns in Avengers: Doomsday

Simu Liu will reprise his role as Shang-Chi in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, set to premiere in 2026. The film is directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, with a script by Michael Waldron and Stephen McFeely.

An Ensemble Cast

Liu spoke about the excitement of reuniting with many Marvel Cinematic Universe actors, including Chris Hemsworth (Thor), Anthony Mackie (Captain America), Vanessa Kirby (Susan Storm), Paul Rudd (Ant-Man), and Florence Pugh (Yelena).

A Tribute to Superhero Fans

"It feels, in a lot of ways, like a love letter to the entire genre of superhero movies. And I think there’s something really fun about that."
"It’s for all the misfits and the weirdos and the underdogs that grew up reading comic books and feeling like there was hope for them somehow – that it didn’t matter if they didn’t fit in – I think there’s just always a special place in my heart for that entire genre."

Release Date

The film will be released on December 18, 2026.

Summary

Simu Liu describes Avengers: Doomsday as a heartfelt tribute to superhero fans and an exciting reunion with beloved Marvel stars under the Russo brothers' direction.

more

Deadline Deadline — 2025-11-04

More News