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With the ever-growing feud between the two thriving superhero universes, MCU and DCEU, there is always something new to have a passionate debate over. Whether it is the question of which superhero would win in a duel or simply which universe does it better, fans have theories on theories to back each of their claims.
Now the fans have a new topic to hash out revolving around theBlack Adamcharacter Doctor Fate, played by actor Pierce Brosnan. While some claim that DC copied the Sorcerer Supreme, Doctor Strange of Marvel, the die-hard DC fans would beg to differ spitting one fact after the other.
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Is Doctor Fate a Copy of Marvel’s Doctor Strange?
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While some may believe Dr. Strange is the inspiration behindPierce Brosnan’s Dr. Fate, the facts simply do not add up. If we take a look at the comics of both Marvel and DC, all the doubts of who came before whom reach a definite conclusion. DC’s Dr. Fate was introduced in 1940, while Marvel’s Dr. Strange got his debut 23 years later in 1963. This erases any and all concerns fans have about DC copying Marvel.
While DC did introduce Dr. Fate to the big screens afterBenedict Cumberbatch‘s Dr. Strange had already made his mark on the on-screen superhero world, there is no reason why fingers should be pointed in any direction. Both the characters are unique in their own selves. However, just because both superheroes have magic abilities to their name, some similarities are inevitable. Saying one is a copy of another would be like saying that the ability to fly is only one superhero’s trademark. After all, most superheroes can fly.
DC fans, like always, have got the back of their preferred universe. They wholeheartedly believe that Dr. Fate is a much superior character and could destroy Dr. Strange in a fight any day.
Doctor fate destroys Dr.Strange
— Dr.Pickle (@DoctorPickle2)August 16, 2025
Dr fate’s better than strange anyway
— Kyan Rodriguez (@KyanRodriguez1)June 29, 2025
Its OK for people to love strange alot ,but just know fate can beat strange with ease
— cosmic tales (@betelgeussers)July 31, 2025
Exactly these ppl are criticizing when doctor strange literally ripped off dr.fate and constantine its pathetic these mcu shills have the audacity to complain but dont know crap about dc
— MaliqueArrowverse#1 Fan (@MaliqueArrowve1)July 13, 2025
Honestly, Doctor Fate is why I’m excited for Black Adam. I love Pierce Brosnan!
— TrainerJames MTG (@TrainerJamesMTG)August 14, 2025
There’s no question that both superheroes are exemplars in their respective universes. Fans can certainly try and find a middle ground when it comes to this debate. Meanwhile, there is no doubt behind either universe’s ability to bring its characters to life. In the end, all the audience wants is to be thrilled by what they see on the big screens and that is exactly what these movies offer.
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Black AdamDirector Praises Pierce Brosnan
A few months back, directorJaume Collet-Serraexplained why he thought Pierce Brosnan was the most fitting choice to play Doctor Fate in the upcoming movie. He stated that while Doctor Fate might not be an equal to Black Adam himself, his abilities and “raw charisma”are enough to be able to reason with the guy.
“You need a special actor to play, basically a legend. Dr. Fate is a very powerful being, so you need someone like Pierce Brosnan who can play powerful without it being overly done.”
With Brosnan playing a veteran member of the Justice Society, it’s only a matter of days before fans get to see his aforementioned charisma as Doctor Fate. Certainly, Pierce Brosnan’s experience playing James Bond will come in handy in the upcoming action-packed movie.
Black Adamis all set to reach theatres on June 22, 2025.
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Mishkaat Khan
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A connoisseur of all things horror, fantasy, and the occasional chick flick, Mishkaat has been penning pieces for FandomWire since 2022. She started off as an intern and has worked her way up to a Senior Writer with over 2000 articles to her name.Outside of entertainment, she has also written well-researched medical content as a freelance writer and has experience in social media management.When not writing, you’re able to find her relaxing with a romance novel and a tall glass of iced coffee in her hand or watching re-runs of ‘Supernatural’ and ‘The Office.’
