Don Cheadle expressed his excitement for Robert Downey Jr.'s return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, particularly in his new role as the villain Doctor Doom. Cheadle, who plays James 'Rhodey' Rhodes (War Machine) in the MCU, shared his anticipation for how Doctor Doom's storyline will unfold, emphasizing that even he, like the fans, is unsure of what to expect.
During the premiere of his latest movie 'Unstoppable' at the Toronto International Film Festival, Cheadle discussed the surprising casting of Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, a character unfamiliar to him initially. Despite the initial jest, Cheadle acknowledged the announcement as exciting and mentioned the curiosity surrounding the upcoming storyline.
