Is Marvel Studios finally ready to let go of Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark / Iron Man? A new report suggests that the beloved actor may not be reprising his iconic role.
'Iron Man 4' Release Date, News & Update: Marvel Studios To Replace Robert Downey Jr. As Tony Stark
GamenGuide has previously reported that Robert Downey Jr. may be too old to play the genius, billionaire, playboy, philanthropist Tony Stark in "Iron Man 4." Robert Downey Jr. is confirmed to be a part of "Spider-Man: Homecoming," which is such an exciting news until you realize that this new project means that his solo film "Iron Man 4" will be pushed to the side for now.
Fans wondered if Robert Downey Jr. will still have enough energy to play his iconic role when the time comes that the production of "Iron Man 4" will finally start. At the age of 51, Robert Downey Jr. is still very healthy and active, but since the filming for "Iron Man 4" is still unknown, his age is ticking and he might be too old to play a superhero.
'Iron Man 4' Release Date, News & Update: Robert Downey Jr. Too Old To Play Tony Stark?
This concern is seemingly echoed by Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige. In an interview with Toronto Sun, he revealed that the actors who portrayed iconic roles maybe be recast.
"I think most of these characters that are iconic, like (James) Bond, like Batman, like Spider-Man, like Iron Man, someday will be portrayed by different actors," Kevin Feige revealed. "The good news right now is I don't have to think about that for a long time," the Marvel Studios President noted.
There is good news and bad news in Kevin Feige statement. The good news is that the Marvel Studios President mentioned that he will not be recasting anyone anytime soon so there's still hope for Robert Downey Jr. to play Tony Stark in "Iron Man 4." But the bad news is that just like the James Bond movies, the actors were replaced numerous times to find a better fit for the character.
'Iron Man 4' Release Date, News & Update: Robert Downey Jr. Will Be Replaced By Younger Actor Soon?
As long as Robert Downey Jr. can still do justice to his role, it's safe to say that he can still get to keep his red metal suit for now. As to the release of "Iron Man 4," GamenGuide has previously noted that the fourth installment is nowhere to be found in the Marvel Phase 3 lineup.
There are three movies slated on 2020 but the studio opted to leave the titles unknown for now. Many believed that one of those three untitled Marvel Studios films may be "Iron Man 4."