Marvel Studios Producer Confirms Iron Man Actor Robert Downey Jr. “No Longer Being On The Table”
Stephen Broussard, a producer at Marvel Studios, recently stated that Robert Downey Jr. has withdrawn from the Marvel Cinematic Universe role of Iron Man.
Robert Downey Jr. portrays Tony Stark in Iron Man (2008) Marvel Entertainment
Broussard has recently been Gizmodo spoke with me About Quantumania: Ant-Man & the Wasp Marvel Studios plans for Phase 5
When asked how Phase 4 entries would link to Marvel’s Phase 5 plans, he revealed that Robert Downey Jr. was there Broussard replied, “Well, I think one of the meta-narratives of Phase Four was about new characters. It was about new people stepping into mantles.”
“If you look at, like, Cassie [Lang in Quantumania] getting a suit and Kate Bishop [in Hawkeye], new characters being introduced like Jack in Werewolf by Night,” He elaborated.
(L-R: Paul Rudd as Scott Lang/Ant Man, Kathryn Newton playing Cassandra “Cassie” Lang, Evangeline Lililly as Hope Van Dyne/Wasp from Marvel Studios’ ANTMAN AND THE WASP QUANTUMANIA. Marvel Studios. Photo by courtesy. © 2022 MARVEL.
Broussard was revealed. “After these first 10 years of Marvel storytelling, torches are being passed, like with Robert Downey Jr. no longer being [on the] table and stuff like that. So it was kind of like a new generation stepping to the forefront which, again, has always happened in the comics.”
He continued, “Some of those themes are on full display in the thematics of this movie, like what is the responsibility of the last generation? So I think Phase Four was about introducing all these amazing characters and getting the chance to tell these stories.”
“Now that those players are on the board and there’s a big bad coming, it’s about like, “What will they do? What are they going do with that power?” Because as you know, perhaps you’ve heard. With great power…,” He concluded.
Robert Downey Jr. portrays Tony Stark in Iron Man (2008) Marvel Entertainment
Downey Jr. had previously spoken out about a potential return of Iron Man and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Interview with GQ In April 2021, we will be back.
Downey stated, “I have alighted, for now. Real world to save. But never say never.”
HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 13: (L-R) Robert Downey Jr., Jon Favreau, and Alan Bergman, Co-Chairman, Disney Entertainment, The Walt Disney Company attend the ceremony honoring Jon Favreau with a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Hollywood, California on February 13, 2023. (Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For Disney
Hugh Jackman and other actors have been able to return to their roles, despite being clear that they wouldn’t. Jackman repeatedly stated that he was done playing Wolverine. In 2021, he stated that “”Before we shot, I realized this. Logan, I was like, ‘We got the idea, we knew what it was going to be — ish, right?’ And I thought, ‘This is it.'”
That really helped. Knowing that this was my final season was a huge help. He said, “That I made the most of it.”
He concluded: “And it’s still a character I hold close to my heart. But I know it’s done. Tell that to whoever you want, but please tell it to Ryan [Reynolds] because he doesn’t believe it. He thinks I’m joking. Please.”
Jackman will be returning to Wolverine with Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool, despite having indicated that he had given up on the character. Deadpool 3.
Jackman announced his return to the film during a Ryan Reynold social media announcement.
Reynolds started the video by saying, “”This was a difficult decision. He must feel special for his first appearance in MCU. “We need to keep true to the character and find new depth, motivation, and meaning.”
“Every Deadpool needs to stand out and stand apart,” He continued. “It’s been an incredible challenge that has forced me to reach down deep inside and I have nothing. Just completely empty up here. And terrifying. But we did have one idea.”
Jackman walks alongside Reynolds, as Reynolds questions. “Hey, Hugh, you want to play Wolverine one more time?” Jackman replies “Yeah, sure, Ryan.” The film will then be shown in cinemas on September 6, 2024.
This one was difficult to keep my mouth shut. ⚔️ pic.twitter.com/OdV7JmAkEu
— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) September 27, 2022
Broussard might have said that Downey Jr. is now out, but it is possible that he could return to the part in the future.
Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) is seen on the Stark Expo stage in Iron Man 2 (2010), Marvel Studios
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