Marvel Boss Responds to Avengers: Doomsday Trailer Backlash Over the Lack of Build-Up

Kevin Feige defended Marvel Studios after backlash to the first Avengers: Doomsday trailer, which critics said lacked villain build-up.

At San Diego Comic-Con 2026, Feige said fans are overstating how much setup Thanos had before Avengers: Infinity War.

He argued that Doctor Doom will be introduced gradually in Doomsday, rather than fully explained upfront.

The debate reflects wider MCU concerns about rushed storytelling and whether Marvel can make Doom feel as earned as Thanos.