Vanessa Kirby on Avengers Doomsday

Filming Avengers: Doomsday while pregnant has been a unique experience for actress Vanessa Kirby, who credits the cast and crew for their support during this time. The 37-year-old actress, expecting her first baby with boyfriend Paul Rabil, shared her thoughts on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, describing the experience as the "coolest thing."

Kirby, who has been open about her pregnancy on social media, has also spoken about playing a pregnant character in the Fantastic Four: First Steps movie, where she stars as Sue Storm. This experience has helped prepare her for motherhood, and she has praised the cast and crew of Avengers: Doomsday for being "utterly amazing" during her pregnancy. The movie, scheduled to open on December 18, 2026, has generated significant buzz, particularly with the confirmation of Robert Downey Jr.'s involvement as Doctor Doom in the new Fantastic Four movie.

The plot of Fantastic Four: First Steps involves Sue Storm stumbling upon Doctor Doom in the Baxter Building, where he is taking an interest in young Franklin, who possesses the Power Cosmic. Although the script is still being developed, with some scenes not yet filmed, Downey Jr.'s involvement has sparked speculation about a potential showdown between Doctor Doom and Iron Man in Avengers: Doomsday. Director Matt Shakman confirmed Downey Jr.'s role as Doctor Doom, replying "yes, yes" when asked about the casting.

As the release of Avengers: Doomsday approaches, fans are eagerly anticipating the movie's plot and the potential interactions between the characters. With Vanessa Kirby's positive experience filming while pregnant and the excitement surrounding Robert Downey Jr.'s role as Doctor Doom, the movie is shaping up to be a highly anticipated release in 2026.