The Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to clear up doubts about the future of its most iconic characters ahead of its next major event. Samuel L. Jackson has confirmed that he will return to the role of Nick Fury, although not in the film many expected.
The actor revealed in statements to The Direct, during the red carpet for the film The Beast, that his character will not be part of Avengers: Doomsday, which is scheduled for release on December 18. Instead, Fury will reappear in Avengers: Secret Wars, the next installment of the major Avengers crossover.
The news is relevant because it refutes previous reports that placed Nick Fury among the characters in Doomsday, and because it confirms that Marvel Studios is reserving one of its most historic faces for the definitive conclusion of this new multiversal saga.
Samuel L. Jackson confirms his return in Avengers: Secret Wars
According to the actor himself, when asked about Nick Fury's absence from the screen in recent times, he replied that the character would return in the film following Avengers: Doomsday, that is, in Secret Wars.
When asked about possible plot details, Jackson was clear: Marvel has not provided him with information about the role his character will play. According to his words, the studio only indicated that he will not be in the next film, but that he will be part of the one after that.
This confirmation comes after the official cast of Avengers: Doomsday was presented without including Nick Fury, something that had already generated doubts among the character's fans.
Where did we leave Nick Fury in the MCU?
Nick Fury's journey has varied considerably since the conclusion of the Infinity Saga. For much of the Multiverse Saga, the character was away from Earth, dealing with the personal aftermath of the Blip.
His return to the center of the action took place in Secret Invasion, a series in which he had to face a faction of Skrulls that threatened the stability of the planet. That plot also explored his past and some of the decisions made throughout his career.
Later, in The Marvels, he appeared leading SABER, maintaining his bond with Carol Danvers and forging a new relationship with Kamala Khan. His last appearance left him on Earth, with the Khan family, without Marvel offering any more clues about his future until now.
A possible key role against Doctor Doom
Jackson's confirmation opens an interesting door for Avengers: Secret Wars: that Nick Fury returns to assume the role of organizer, this time in a much more dangerous context than that of the original Avengers formation.
The film will feature Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, and various rumors suggest that Battleworld will have a significant weight in the plot. Marvel has not confirmed if the adaptation will faithfully follow the Secret Wars comics published in 2015, although some elements of that story could fit with the character's return.
Battleworld and the resistance against Doctor Doom
In the original comic, Doctor Doom rules Battleworld, a territory that emerged after the collapse of the Multiverse. Most of its inhabitants accept his authority, whether through manipulation or because they consider that Doom saved them. However, a small group of survivors retains the memory of what happened and works in secret to end his regime.
That scenario could offer Nick Fury a relevant function: coordinating that resistance, identifying trusted allies, and planning operations against an enemy that controls practically all of reality. His main weapon has never been physical strength, but the management of information.
From assembling the Avengers to leading a rebellion
During the Infinity Saga, Fury was responsible for launching the Avengers Initiative, with the goal of bringing together extraordinary individuals capable of protecting Earth. In Secret Wars, he could repeat that role, although under very different circumstances: it would not be about creating a team from scratch, but about locating those who remember the existence of the Multiverse before Doctor Doom.
His previous experience facing infiltrations like Hydra in SHIELD or the Skrull conspiracies would support that hypothesis. However, this is a theory based on comic book material, not a detail confirmed by Marvel Studios for the film.
Will Captain Marvel also return?
The confirmation regarding Nick Fury reopens another unknown: the possible presence of Brie Larson as Carol Danvers in Secret Wars. Captain Marvel also does not appear among the confirmed names for Avengers: Doomsday, but her close relationship with Fury could facilitate a reunion in the next installment.
Carol Danvers has been one of the character's main allies throughout the Multiverse Saga and continues to be one of the most powerful heroines in the Marvel universe. Facing a threat like Doctor Doom, her participation would make narrative sense, although at the moment there is no official confirmation of her return.
The truth is that Marvel seems to be reserving Nick Fury for the second major installment of this multiversal event. Samuel L. Jackson has spent years playing the character who gave rise to the Avengers, and his return at such a decisive moment could have significant symbolic weight within the franchise.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Nick Fury appear in Avengers: Doomsday?
No. Samuel L. Jackson has confirmed that his character will not be part of Avengers: Doomsday, which is scheduled for release on December 18.
In which film will Nick Fury return?
The actor has confirmed that Nick Fury will return in Avengers: Secret Wars, the film that will arrive after Avengers: Doomsday.
Is the role Nick Fury will have in Secret Wars known?
No. According to Samuel L. Jackson, Marvel has not yet revealed details about the plot or his character's function in that film.
Who will play Doctor Doom in Avengers: Secret Wars?
Robert Downey Jr. will play Doctor Doom in Avengers: Secret Wars, as confirmed by Marvel Studios.
Will Brie Larson return as Captain Marvel in Secret Wars?
At the moment there is no official confirmation. Brie Larson is also not listed in the announced cast of Avengers: Doomsday, but her bond with Nick Fury fuels speculation about a possible appearance in Secret Wars.
Where can you watch Nick Fury’s journey in the MCU?
The character's previous appearances, including Secret Invasion and The Marvels, are available on Disney+.
