Charlie Cox's Daredevil is set to make a grand return to the big screen in the highly anticipated Avengers: Secret Wars, according to a new rumor. The actor, who has expressed genuine enthusiasm for joining the Avengers, is reportedly set to reprise his role as the Man Without Fear in 2027. This news comes as a delight to fans who have eagerly awaited the character's transition to the big screen, especially after his successful debut in Spider-Man: No Way Home. However, it's worth noting that the actor is not expected to appear in the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day, despite the fans' overwhelming desire to see him team up with the web-slinger.
The rumor, sourced from Daniel Richtman, suggests that Daredevil will play a significant role in Avengers: Secret Wars, a movie that promises to be a blockbuster. With the character's long-awaited return to the theaters, the possibility of a team-up with Spider-Man in the fifth movie is becoming increasingly plausible. Cox's recent comments at GalaxyCon New Orleans further fuel the speculation, as he expressed his enthusiasm for the idea of Matt Murdock joining the New Avengers, despite his character's preference for working alone.
In addition to Daredevil's potential appearance, another exciting development is the return of Strange Academy, a Marvel Studios project that was previously in development. The movie, which was set to focus on Wong and young sorcerers like Zelma Stanton and America Chavez, is now back on the agenda. Meanwhile, Avengers: Doomsday, directed by the Russo Brothers, is set to release on December 18, 2026, with Avengers: Secret Wars following on December 17, 2027. The confirmed cast of Avengers: Secret Wars includes Robert Downey Jr., Anthony Mackie, Sadie Sink, Benedict Cumberbatch, Letitia Wright, Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Paul Bettany, and Hayley Atwell, making it a highly anticipated event for Marvel fans worldwide.