Marvel Studios has released a list of 42 hours of viewing material to help fans prepare for the highly anticipated release of Avengers: Doomsday, scheduled for December 16 in French cinemas. The list includes 14 films, a series, and related content, providing a comprehensive overview of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Key titles include classic films like X-Men (2000) and Captain America: First Avenger (2011), as well as recent blockbusters like Avengers: Infinity War (2018) and Avengers: Endgame (2019). The list also features animated series such as Loki (two seasons), and upcoming films like Deadpool and Wolverine (2024) and Captain America: Brave New World (2025). This viewing guide aims to ensure fans are well-versed in the characters and storylines that will be expanded upon in Doomsday. Avengers: Doomsday is expected to be a major event in the MCU, bringing together several franchises that have not previously appeared in the cinematic universe. The film will feature Thor, the Fantastic Four, the Thunderbolts, and the X-Men, groups that have historically been part of Marvel comics but have not yet been integrated into the movie series. This expansion is seen as a significant step for the MCU, aiming to unify multiple storylines and characters under one narrative. According to Variety, Marvel has offered Robert Downey Jr. a "significantly higher" salary than $80 million (€70 million) to return as Doctor Doom in Doomsday and the subsequent film Secret Wars, set for 2027. Downey Jr., who previously played Iron Man, will take on the role of the main villain, stepping away from the iconic red and gold armor he once wore. Chris Evans is also returning as Steve Rogers, also known as Captain America, seven years after Endgame, marking a major comeback for the character. The December 16 release date of Doomsday coincides with the release of Dune: Part Three by Denis Villeneuve. This has led to the day being dubbed "Dunesday," highlighting the competition between two major films. Fans and critics alike are watching closely to see how both films perform at the box office and in cultural impact.