‘Apex’ Star Charlize Theron Addresses ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Rumors and ‘Atomic Blonde 2’ Status

Charlize Theron has recently opened up about her future in significant action franchises, including Marvel’s upcoming ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ and the long-anticipated sequel to ‘Atomic Blonde.’

In a new interview with Elle for its Summer 2026 cover story, the Oscar-winning actress reflected on various aspects of her career, including her role as Calypso in ‘The Odyssey,’ her production endeavors, and her return to major action projects. The discussion also delved into speculation regarding her Marvel role and whether fans can expect her to reprise her role as Lorraine Broughton in ‘Atomic Blonde 2.’

Theron currently portrays Clea Strange in the Marvel universe, but when directly asked about fan rumors linking her to ‘Avengers: Doomsday,’ she offered a brief and cautious response. “Not the person to ask.” This reply did not confirm or deny anything, leaving her future in the next major Avengers chapter uncertain.

The actress first entered the Marvel universe in a post-credits scene, paving the way for a more significant role in the expanding storyline surrounding Doctor Strange. However, Marvel has yet to officially announce her involvement in the upcoming ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ film, and Theron’s latest comments suggest that nothing is confirmed from her end.

She also addressed the ongoing question about a sequel to her 2017 action film ‘Atomic Blonde.’ Fans have been eagerly awaiting updates on ‘Atomic Blonde 2’ for years, but Theron indicated that it seems unlikely at this stage. “I think we might’ve passed the moment.” This statement implies that the project is not currently active and may not be progressing as fans had once hoped.

‘Atomic Blonde’ became a cult action hit due to its stylized fight sequences and Theron’s portrayal of an MI6 agent in Cold War-era Berlin. Despite strong fan interest in a sequel, there has been little official movement in recent years.

Although both updates were brief, they provide a clearer understanding of the current situation. Her Marvel future remains open but unconfirmed, while ‘Atomic Blonde 2’ appears to be on hold with no definitive path forward.

For now, Theron continues to juggle new projects, including ‘The Odyssey,’ while her future in major franchise roles remains uncertain.

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