Actor Robert Downey Jr., known for his portrayal of Iron Man, recently discussed his willingness to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Tony Stark. With Marvel Studios embarking on The Multiverse Saga, where characters are reimagined as variants across different universes, the question arises about who will step into Iron Man’s shoes after the conclusion of The Infinity Saga.
In a feature piece for Esquire Magazine, the newly Academy Award-winning actor delved into the possibility of returning to the MCU after his character’s ending in Avengers: Endgame. Downey Jr. expressed that Iron Man is “too integral a part of my DNA,” indicating his deep connection to the role and leaving open the possibility of reprising the beloved Avenger.
Happily. It’s too integral a part of my DNA. That role chose me. And look, I always say, ‘Never, ever bet against Kevin Feige.’ It is a losing bet. He’s the house. He will always win.
Every Way Robert Downey Jr. Can Return As Iron Man In The MCU
Given that Iron Man’s death in Avengers: Endgame is definitive, any potential return for Robert Downey Jr. to the Marvel Cinematic Universe would require creative approaches. One solution could involve exploring a Tony Stark variant from the multiverse, offering a fresh perspective on the character’s life in a parallel world. This would provide Downey Jr. with an exciting opportunity for both acting and storytelling, presenting Iron Man in a new light within the MCU.
Alternatively, if Marvel Studios wished to revisit the original Earth-199999 version of Iron Man, time travel could be utilized without undoing Tony Stark’s sacrifice. While time travel hasn’t been heavily utilized in recent MCU films, it remains a viable option for nostalgic callbacks as long as it respects the character’s narrative arc.
Ultimately, it seems likely that Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige will find a way to reintroduce Downey Jr. in some capacity, possibly towards the conclusion of The Multiverse Saga. Rumors suggest that Avengers: Secret Wars could serve as a soft reboot for the MCU, making The Multiverse Saga potentially the final opportunity for Downey Jr. to reprise his role as Iron Man before any potential recasting. The future holds the answers as to how Marvel Studios will incorporate Downey Jr. as Iron Man once again in the MCU.
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