Ian McKellen, known for his role as the X-Men villain Magneto, may have unintentionally disclosed a significant spoiler about a scene in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. During an interview with Jake Hamilton on Jake’s Takes, McKellen recounted a story about filming a scene where police cars were physically lifted and dropped using cranes rather than relying on visual effects. In describing this, he remarked,
“Nowadays I think things will become a little bit easier though. I did destroy New Jersey the other day.”
He quickly appeared to realize the weight of his words, adding,
“I probably shouldn’t have said that.”
Fan Reactions to McKellen’s Comments on New Jersey
Viewers of the interview reacted swiftly to McKellen’s seemingly accidental reveal, sparking excitement across social media platforms. One fan, @g_aldrich_, commented,
“destroying new jersey huh.. interesting 👀.”
Another user, @RippanYT, humorously noted,
“‘I did destroy New Jersey the other day’ Disney: Oh hell no!”
These responses underline the eagerness of fans to piece together clues about the film’s plot and McKellen’s role within it.
McKellen’s Return as Magneto After Over a Decade
McKellen’s return to the role of Erik Lehnsherr, alias Magneto, marks a comeback after 12 years since his last portrayal in X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014). Marvel Studios confirmed his involvement in Avengers: Doomsday during a comprehensive livestream unveiling the film’s cast, which included 26 additional actors and signaled the official start of production. Reflecting on his character’s reception, McKellen remarked,
“I didn’t realise how popular he was. I thought he was the villain, but no, I think people rather like his attitude.”
Details About Avengers: Doomsday and Its MCU Place
Avengers: Doomsday is directed by Joe and Anthony Russo and will feature an extensive cast, bringing together iconic groups such as the Avengers, Fantastic Four, and X-Men on the big screen for the first time. This film serves as the MCU’s fifth Avengers installment and the third release in Phase 6, taking over from the previously announced Avengers: The Kang Dynasty. Marvel Studios has also launched an official Avengers: Doomsday countdown livestream, building anticipation for its scheduled release on December 18, 2026.
Upcoming MCU Releases and Future Outlook
Following Avengers: Doomsday, Marvel plans to release Avengers: Secret Wars on December 17, 2027. The interconnected narrative of these films is expected to reshape the MCU’s landscape considerably, with McKellen’s Magneto poised to play a key role. As production progresses, fans and industry observers alike will watch closely for further revelations about the storyline and character developments.
