Will Jonathan Majors Return as Kang the Conqueror After His MCU Exit?
Why Was Jonathan Majors Removed from the MCU?
Jonathan Majors’ rise as Kang the Conqueror was expected to shape the entire Multiverse Saga, but his career took a sharp turn after his legal troubles in 2023. Following Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, where his version of Kang was defeated, Majors was found guilty of assault after a two-week trial in December 2023.
Reports soon emerged that Marvel Studios was “moving away” from the Kang storyline altogether. By 2024, Marvel officially confirmed that Avengers: Doomsday would replace Kang with a new main villain — Doctor Doom, portrayed by Robert Downey Jr.
What Did Jonathan Majors Say About a Possible MCU Comeback?
In a recent interview with The Sun U.S. in September 2025, Majors hinted that a return to the MCU might still be possible, saying, “Well, it’s a Multiverse, so there’s always that.”
He expressed gratitude toward fans who continue to support him and noted his positive experiences with Marvel’s cast and crew, including Tom Hiddleston, Paul Rudd, and Gugu Mbatha-Raw. This suggests that, despite his exit, Majors hasn’t ruled out a future collaboration with Marvel Studios.
How Could the Multiverse Bring Back Kang the Conqueror?
Majors’ mention of the Multiverse holds real narrative potential. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’s post-credits scene revealed that countless Kang Variants still exist across realities. This unresolved storyline leaves the door open for one of those Variants — possibly portrayed again by Majors — to return in a future film.
Some theories suggest that Marvel could use Kang’s return to build up Doctor Doom’s dominance. Having Doom defeat multiple Kang Variants could showcase his immense power ahead of Avengers: Doomsday, creating a dramatic transition between major MCU villains.
What Is Avengers: Doomsday About?
Directed by the Russo Brothers, Avengers: Doomsday will unite the Avengers, the Fantastic Four, and the X-Men against Victor von Doom. The ensemble cast includes Robert Downey Jr., Florence Pugh, Simu Liu, Pedro Pascal, David Harbour, Vanessa Kirby, Patrick Stewart, and Ian McKellen. The film is scheduled for release on December 18, 2026.
While Jonathan Majors’ return as Kang remains uncertain, his openness to the idea — paired with the Multiverse’s limitless possibilities — means the Conqueror’s story may not be over just yet.
