Oscar Isaac Exits Star Wars Event; MCU Fans Speculate Moon Knight in Avengers: Doomsday

Rumors are swirling that Oscar Isaac might reprise his role as Moon Knight in the upcoming blockbuster Avengers: Doomsday. This speculation gained traction after Isaac's unexpected withdrawal from the Star Wars Celebration in Japan due to changes in his production schedule. Originally set to attend, Isaac's absence from the event fueled speculation about his involvement in other high-profile projects.

Isaac's appearance at the Star Wars Celebration was highly anticipated, following Daisy Ridley's announcement of her return to the Star Wars franchise at the 2023 event. Fans were hopeful that Isaac might announce a similar return for his character, Poe Dameron. However, his schedule change has led many to believe he might be gearing up to film Avengers: Doomsday in London, where the movie is currently in production.

Social media erupted with fans connecting the dots between Isaac's scheduling conflicts and the filming of Avengers: Doomsday. Despite the excitement, it's important to note that Isaac was not listed among the cast members revealed for the film. Yet, Marvel Studios producer Kevin Feige hinted at CinemaCon that not all cast members were disclosed, leaving room for surprises. "We revealed many, not all," Feige stated, fueling further speculation about potential surprise appearances.

Isaac previously starred in the six-episode series Moon Knight in 2022, but no sequel has been announced. Avengers: Doomsday is slated for release on May 1, 2026, promising a grand ensemble of returning heroes and new faces as showcased in their epic livestream.

Meanwhile, other MCU news has fans buzzing, particularly around Robert Downey Jr.'s recent Doctor Doom-themed birthday party invitation, adding another layer of intrigue to the Marvel universe.

The cast reveal for Avengers: Doomsday last month highlighted a significant inclusion of veteran X-Men actors, including Kelsey Grammer as Beast, Patrick Stewart as Professor X, Ian McKellen as Magneto, Alan Cumming as Nightcrawler, Rebecca Romijn as Mystique, and James Marsden as Cyclops. This lineup has sparked theories that Avengers: Doomsday might be setting the stage for an epic Avengers vs. X-Men showdown.