"He’s quite central to where things might go,” Cumberbatch said of his character. This is consistent with Marvel's 2015 Secret Wars comic by writer Jonathan Hickman and artist

Benedict Cumberbatch revealed that the Sorcerer Supreme is almost definitely not in for the the next big Marvel team-up film.

Benedict Cumberbatch reveals that Doctor Strange won't be in 'Avengers: Doomsday.' Also, he was just as surprised as anyone by Robert Downey's MCU return.

Benedict Cumberbatch offers surprising spoiler comments regarding Doctor Strange appearing in Avengers: Doomsday.

Benedict Cumberbatch gives NSFW response to question about Doctor Strange being in Avengers: Doomsday. Those who were excited to see Benedict Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange in Avengers: Doomsday will be disappointed with the latest update on his status. However, there is light at the end of the tunnel.

A new rumour claims to reveal that the next Avengers movies, Doomsday and Secret Wars, will feature "multiple" versions of a character previously showcased in Marvel Animation's What If...? TV

Before Kevin Feige revealed that huge surprise, he offered fans another stunning reveal: Anthony and Joe Russo would return to the MCU to direct the final Avengers movies. Some Marvel fans have been dying to see the Russos return to the franchise, and Marvel granted their wish.

Benedict Cumberbatch has said his Marvel Cinematic Universe character Doctor Strange is skipping the next big team up in Avengers Doomsday but will play a "central role" in its sequel Avengers Secret Wars.

A major player in the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Multiverse Saga won't be appearing in Avengers: Doomsday, although they will return for Secret Wars.