Michael Douglas, the acclaimed actor known for his role as Hank Pym in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), has indicated that he may be finished with his stint in the superhero franchise. Douglas has portrayed the shrinking scientist in four major films, including all three Ant-Man movies and a brief appearance in Avengers: Endgame. However, with the recent release of the critically underwhelming Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania in 2023, Douglas seems ready to hang up his suit.

As production for Avengers: Doomsday commences, fans are eager to know if they'll see Hank Pym one last time. Yet, Douglas himself has poured cold water on those hopes. In an interview with Deadline, he stated, "I don't think so," when questioned about returning for another Marvel project. He expressed his satisfaction with his MCU experience, saying, "I had the experience, and I was excited to do it."

In recent years, Douglas has shifted his focus away from acting, with his Marvel roles being his primary big-screen appearances. He has, however, remained active as a producer, boasting over a dozen credits in that capacity. Reflecting on his time working with Marvel, Douglas mentioned the novelty of working on green screen films, but also the overwhelming nature of managing his production company alongside his acting commitments. He noted, "But I'm enjoying my hiatus and enjoying my life."

Douglas had previously voiced a desire for Hank Pym to meet his end in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, believing it would enhance the stakes for Paul Rudd's Ant-Man. However, Marvel's creative team opted for a different direction for the character.

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The disappointing box office results of Quantumania have cast doubts over the future of the Ant-Man series. Despite this, Paul Rudd is confirmed to return as Ant-Man in Avengers: Doomsday. However, the rest of the Ant-Man family's involvement remains uncertain. Michelle Pfeiffer's Janet Van Dyne and Evangeline Lilly's Hope Van Dyne are less likely to appear, especially after Lilly announced her departure from acting in June 2024 to focus on her family.

As for what fans can expect from Avengers: Doomsday, recent leaks from the film's set have hinted at the return of a surprising location from The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, adding to the anticipation surrounding the project.