In the latest film, The Avengers will join forces with the Fantastic Four, the Thunderbolts and Earth's other mightiest superheroes. The full-fledged official trailer for Avengers: Doomsday was released by Marvel Studios on July 20, 2026, which has reignited excitement among Marvel fans by teasing an iconic moment; Steve Rogers lifts Thor's Mjölnir (Hammer).

Avengers: Doosmday is a superhero film which is based on the Marvel Comics superhero team, the Avengers. The film is intended to be the sequel to Avengers: Endgame (2019) and the 39th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The upcoming film, which is set to be released in theatres on December 19, 2026, is directed by Joe Russo and Anthony Russo.

In the latest film, The Avengers will join forces with the Fantastic Four, the Thunderbolts and Earth's other mightiest superheroes. The full-fledged official trailer for Avengers: Doomsday was released by Marvel Studios on July 20, 2026, which has reignited excitement among Marvel fans by teasing an iconic moment; Steve Rogers, also known as Captain America, seemingly lifting Thor's legendary hammer, Mjölnir, once again. The brief glimpse has sparked discussions across social media, with many wondering how Captain America is able to wield a weapon that only a select few can lift.

Captain America wielding Thor's hammer | Screengrab from the trailer

Doomsday trailer showcases Captain America wielding Thor's hammer

Recently, Avengers: Doomsday was released, which itself sparked debates after watching Robert Downey Junior, playing the role of Doomsday, one of the most destructive villains in comic book history. Meanwhile, the trailer also shows Steve Rogers, aka Captain America, wielding Thor's hammer. This raises enough curiosity among Marvel fans about how Captain America wields such power when nobody then, except the God of Thunder, Thor. However, it is not for the first time when Steve Rogers will be lifting Mjölnir (Hammer).