Sebastian Stan and Anthony Mackie's Funny First Reactions to Avengers: Doomsday Cast Reveal

Marvel fans can't get enough of the real-life friendship between Sebastian Stan and Anthony Mackie — and now, their hilarious first reactions to the Avengers: Doomsday cast announcement are going viral!

During a recent press event for his upcoming movie Thunderbolts, Stan opened up about the playful text exchange he had with Mackie after Marvel’s major cast news dropped on March 26. Here's everything you need to know about the duo’s funny behind-the-scenes moment.

Sebastian Stan and Anthony Mackie’s Friendship Goes Beyond the Screen

Sebastian Stan, 42, and Anthony Mackie, 46, have built a strong bond over the years, starring together in Marvel hits like The Falcon and the Winter Soldier on Disney+. They also briefly reunited on-screen in Captain America: Brave New World, where Stan's Bucky Barnes made a touching cameo to support Mackie's Sam Wilson.

Their friendship isn’t just for show — it’s filled with jokes, teasing, and genuine affection, as their latest text conversation proves.

What Happened After the Avengers: Doomsday Cast Announcement?

After Marvel Studios revealed the cast for Avengers: Doomsday, Anthony Mackie wasted no time reaching out to his longtime co-star.

Stan shared the story, laughing:

“I got a text that went, ‘What’s up, player?’ and I was like, 'Not much. How are you?' Then he asked, ‘When you come in, where are you staying at?’ I said, 'I don’t know yet, Anthony. I don’t have my place yet.'"

To this, Mackie jokingly replied, "Don’t be like that."

Their funny exchange shows that no matter how big their superhero status gets, the friendship stays down-to-earth.

Stan Jokes About Missing Mackie During Thunderbolts Filming

Even though Stan has a cameo in Captain America: Brave New World, he spent most of the past year filming Thunderbolts, where Mackie wasn't part of the project.

Talking about that experience, Stan joked:

"Filming Thunderbolts was a much quieter year for me because I didn’t see Anthony Mackie. Although I miss Anthony Mackie like daily — and that’s something I don’t like to admit!"

Clearly, even superheroes can feel a little lonely without their best buds around

Thunderbolts: A New Team, New Chemistry

Unlike the Avengers films, where many cast members have worked together for years, Thunderbolts features a brand-new team of "misfit" characters.

Stan is excited about it, explaining that the chemistry had to be built from scratch:

"The chemistry was different because it was a new group, but it worked out really well."

Thunderbolts brings together stars like Florence Pugh, David Harbour, and Wyatt Russell, promising a wild ride for fans when it releases.

When Does Thunderbolts Hit Theaters?

Thunderbolts is set to make its big screen debut on May 2, 2025. Fans are already buzzing, eager to see Sebastian Stan return as Bucky Barnes alongside Marvel's new team of antiheroes.

And with Avengers: Doomsday also in the works, it’s clear that Marvel has some epic moments planned — and Stan and Mackie’s bromance will hopefully continue to light up the MCU!

Quick Recap: What We Learned

• Sebastian Stan and Anthony Mackie’s first reaction to the Avengers: Doomsday cast reveal involved funny texts.
• Stan joked about not having a place yet when Mackie asked about his plans.
• He admitted to missing Mackie while filming Thunderbolts without him.
• Thunderbolts will feature a brand-new group of characters building fresh chemistry.
• Thunderbolts releases in theaters on May 2, 2025.

Stay tuned for more updates on both Thunderbolts and Avengers: Doomsday as the Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to grow