It has long been rumored that after a couple of featured appearances of Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man in a series of blockbuster films, the actor is ready to hang his famous suit up.
'Iron Man 4' will not be the same without Robert Downey Jr.
After Robert Downey Jr. seemingly hinted that he has no plans in reprising his iconic role, it seems like "Iron Man 4" is just going to be everyone's fantasy.
It's no secret that Robert Downey Jr. is born to be Iron Man and there is no better actor to portray the role in "Iron Man 4" if Robert Downey Jr. decides to not be a part of the fourth installment.
If Robert Downey Jr. will not return as Tony Stark in "Iron Man 4," it is safe to say that fans would rather not see the fourth installment than to have another actor play the role.
Robert Downey Jr. to reprise role in 'Iron Man 4'
Good news to all Robert Downey Jr. and the "Iron Man" franchise fans, the 51-year-old actor showed interest to reprise his role in "Iron Man 4" and possible one more film about his famous character.
After all the whispers and speculations of him not wanting to be Iron Man anymore, Robert Downey Jr. shared he is still willing to return as Tony Stark in "Iron Man 4" while he was promoting "Captain America: Civil War" on Nightline in April.
"I feel like I can do one more," Robert Downey Jr. said as he stared straight at the camera, making it even more intense on how willing and dedicated he is to his "Iron Man 4" role.
Back in 2014, Robert Downey Jr. himself confirmed that "Iron Man 4" is definitely happening during his guest appearance at the Ellen DeGeneres show.
When Ellen DeGeneres asked him if there will be an "Iron Man 4," Robert Downey Jr. didn't beat around the bush and firlmy said "yes!"