Simu Liu Calls ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ A “Love Letter To The Entire Genre Of Superhero Movies”

Simu Liu Returns in Avengers: Doomsday

Simu Liu will reprise his role as Shang-Chi in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, scheduled for release on December 18, 2026.

Reuniting with Marvel Stars

In a recent interview, Liu shared his excitement about working alongside many Marvel Cinematic Universe actors. He highlighted the experience as incredible, especially since he grew up watching many of them.

“I mean, there are just so many actors in it, and getting to work with those people as peers is really incredible because I grew up watching so many of them,” Liu said to ScreenRant.

Star-Studded Cast

Liu will appear alongside Chris Hemsworth (Thor), Anthony Mackie (Captain America), Vanessa Kirby (Susan Storm), Paul Rudd (Ant-Man), Florence Pugh (Yelena), and many others.

A Love Letter to Superhero Films

“It feels, in a lot of ways, like a love letter to the entire genre of superhero movies. And I think there’s something really fun about that,” Liu explained.

For the Misfits and Underdogs

Liu emphasized that the film celebrates those who grew up reading comic books and felt like outsiders, offering them hope and a sense of belonging.

“This film is for all the misfits and the weirdos and the underdogs that grew up reading comic books and feeling like there was hope for them somehow – that it didn’t matter if they didn’t fit in – I think there’s just always a special place in my heart for that entire genre,” Liu added.

Production Details

Avengers: Doomsday is directed by Joe Russo and Anthony Russo, with a screenplay by Michael Waldron and Stephen McFeely.

Author's summary: Simu Liu expresses enthusiasm for the inclusive and heartfelt nature of Avengers: Doomsday, highlighting its celebration of superhero fans and its ensemble cast.

Deadline — 2025-11-04