Downey Jr.’s Journey as Iron Man
Robert Downey Jr., known for his iconic role as Tony Stark in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, recently shared his thoughts on his time as Iron Man. In a conversation with Rob Lowe on his Literally! podcast, Downey Jr. reflected fondly on his portrayal of the superhero, suggesting that his work in the Marvel films deserves more recognition, akin to his Golden Globe win for his role in Oppenheimer.
A Decade with Marvel
Starting as Iron Man in the 2008 self-titled movie, Downey Jr. became a global icon over a decade-long journey, culminating in ‘Avengers: Endgame.’ Despite this success, he expressed feeling somewhat overlooked due to the genre of the films.
Marvel’s Call and Lowe’s Suggestion
In a lighthearted moment during the podcast, when Downey Jr. received a phone call, Lowe humorously inquired if it was Marvel calling for a comeback, to which Downey Jr. playfully responded, “Not just yet!” Lowe went on to jokingly suggest a negotiation strategy for a potential return to Marvel.
Feige’s Stance on Iron Man’s Return
Kevin Feige, President of Marvel Studios, has addressed the rumors about Iron Man’s return, emphasizing the importance of preserving the character’s concluding moment in ‘Endgame’ and stating no current plans to revive Tony Stark.
Downey Jr.’s View on His MCU Departure
It has been revealed that Downey Jr. was initially reluctant to end his tenure as Iron Man in 2019. Joanna Robinson, co-author of ‘MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios,’ shared on the Phase Zero podcast that Downey Jr.’s recent success, including his Golden Globe win and an Oscar nomination for Oppenheimer, might influence his willingness to reprise his role as Tony Stark.
Audience Speculation and Downey Jr.’s Future
Will Iron Man Return?
The possibility of Downey Jr. returning to the MCU continues to be a topic of speculation among fans. With his recent accolades and the evolving landscape of the MCU, the question remains: will Robert Downey Jr. don the Iron Man suit again?
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