5 Massive Rumors About 2026 Movies That Change Everything
Take these with a grain of salt, but if true, these rumors could reshape the entire movie landscape in 2026.
Hollywood loves a secret, but the internet loves a leak. We've scoured the forums, the insider reports, and the cryptic tweets to bring you the juiciest rumors for 2026.
1. RDJ is a Tony Stark Variant (Not Just Doom)
The Rumor: Robert Downey Jr.'s casting as Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday isn't just a random face-swap. The rumor is that he is a Tony Stark from a universe where he became a dictator instead of a hero.
Why it matters: It adds immense emotional weight. Imagine Spider-Man having to fight a villain who looks exactly like his father figure.
2. The Donkey Spin-Off Setup
The Rumor: Eddie Murphy accidentally let slip that a Donkey stand-alone movie is in the works. Shrek 5 is rumored to directly set this up, possibly introducing a new family dynamic for Donkey and Dragon.
3. The Joker is the Main Villain of Batman II
The Rumor: While the first film teased Barry Keoghan's Joker, reports suggest he will step into the spotlight in The Batman Part II, orchestrating a "No Man's Land" scenario in flooded Gotham.
4. Tom Holland Gets the Black Suit
The Rumor: In Spider-Man 4, Peter Parker, isolated and angry after losing everyone, will encounter the Symbiote. This would align with the post-credits scene of No Way Home where a piece of Venom was left behind.
5. Thrawn is the "Thanos" of Star Wars
The Rumor: Grand Admiral Thrawn isn't just a villain for the TV shows. He is being built up as the big bad for the theatrical film The Mandalorian & Grogu and Dave Filoni's crossover movie.