Robert Downey Jr. Returns as Iron Man in Avengers Infinity Defense, a New Attraction Where You’ll Fight Thanos at Disneyland’s Avengers Campus
Robert Downey Jr. is returning to his iconic role as Iron Man for “Avengers Infinity Defense,” a new attraction coming to Disneyland’s Avengers Campus. The experience will feature an interactive battle against the villain Thanos, with Downey Jr. joined by an impressive ensemble of MCU actors.
The attraction will feature several high-profile returns to Marvel Cinematic Universe roles, including Iman Vellani reprising her role from 2023’s The Marvels and Jeremy Renner returning as Hawkeye, whose last MCU appearance was in 2021. The cast also includes Anthony Mackie as Captain America and Chris Hemsworth as Thor, alongside appearances from Black Panther and Ant-Man.
The attraction represents a significant investment by Disney in bringing live-action MCU talent to its theme park experiences, blending digital effects with on-site performance to create an immersive battle scenario. This announcement marks a notable moment for Robert Downey Jr., whose character Tony Stark/Iron Man was central to the MCU’s first three phases and culminated in his sacrifice in Avengers: Endgame.
The new attraction exemplifies Disney’s strategy of expanding theme park offerings with experiences tied to major entertainment franchises, particularly Marvel properties that have dominated global box office revenues. The experience capitalizes on continued fan demand for these characters and their storylines beyond theatrical releases.