Iron Man 4 not planned as of right now

Since Iron Man 3 disappointed a majority audiences, many have been looking forward to a fourth Iron Man film to redeem the character. However, according to Robert Downey Jr., a fourth Iron Man is not currently planned and it's not on Marvel's priority list.

The theory as of right now is that Guardians of the Galaxy has changed a lot of Marvel's priorities. James Gunn's film was a much bigger hit than anyone expected and it's currently on track to hit $300 million worldwide and has already won the title of the biggest hit of 2014. The first round of Marvel characters we were introduced to is drawing to a close as newer, more exciting characters are moving in.
Previously, it seemed that Marvel was riding the wave of Iron Man and the popularity of Robert Downey Jr. but now that it's been proven that other characters and actors can bring just as much, if not more, to the table. Not to mention the newer additions don't carry the price tag that Downey does so they make more profit at the end of the day.

This doesn't necessarily mean there will never be an Iron Man 4, but it isn't looking very good at the moment. There are currently 11 open slots in the Marvel schedule until 2019 so there is still a chance Stark will venture out on his own.
I wasn't the biggest fan of Iron Man 3, but in the end it did lend a pretty good wrap for Tony Stark. However, we need to bear in mind that he will return in The Avengers: Age of Ultron in May, so the wrap-up they gave him will most likely be ruined.

Terrence Howard points blame for Iron Man firing

Terrence Howard can't seem to know when to stop bitching about getting removed from the Marvel Cinematic Universe after one film. Howard played Colonel Rhodes (aka, Iron Patriot) in Iron Man and was replaced with Don Cheadle for Iron Man 2 and Iron Man 3. In addition to claiming Marvel tried to ruin his career, it appears that Howard finally has someone to blame for his removal and that person is Robert Downey Jr..

Howard is claiming that he was the one who recommended Downey in the first place for the role of Tony Stark. In addition to requesting a failed salary increase for Iron Man 2, he claims that Downey took the pay increase he was entitled to and left him behind. On Bravo's What Happens Live he had this to say about the situation (five years later, mind you):

"It turns out that the person that I helped become Iron Man, when it was time to re-up for the second one, took the money that was supposed to go to me and pushed me out. We did a three-picture deal. That means you did the deal ahead of time—a certain amount for the first one, a certain amount for the second, a certain amount for the third. They came to me with the second and said 'look, we will pay you one-eighth of what we contractually had for you, because we think the second one will be successful with or without you.' And I called my friend, that I helped get the first job, and he didn't call me back for three months."

These claims aren't new in case you weren't aware. Shortly after the release of Iron Man 2 in 2010, Howard was quite vocal about recommending Downey to Marvel in the first place:

"For me to have recommended him, it means all the more so that I helped someone get to where they are supposed to go. Marvel and I are now talking about doing some other things. And Don Cheadle wanted to play that part before I wanted to play it, so everything is very well."

We get it, Terrence. You aren't happy about starring in The Best Man Holiday. No need to keep beating a dead horse after two sequels have already been made. 

Robert Downey Jr. will return for The Avengers 2 & 3

There has been much rumor and speculation around Robert Downey Jr.'s future as Iron Man. People were saying Iron Man 3 was the last time we would see Downey as Tony Stark, others said he had already signed on for more movies, few said that Iron Man was gone for good, etc..

We now have confirmation that Downey will indeed reprise the role of Tony Stark for The Avengers 2 and The Avengers 3. Now keep in mind that this is a 2-picture deal and it does not include a commitment to a fourth Iron Man movie. This also pretty much guarantees that Tony Stark will not make an appearance in any other Phase Two or Phase Three movies no matter how small the part. Not unless separate contracts are signed.
Seeing that Robert Downey Jr. has made it public that he doesn't want his career to be centered around Iron Man and that he thinks he would like to retire from the character at 50, I think it's safe to say The Avengers 3 will be the last time we have Downey as Tony Stark. If Marvel continues with these characters past Phase Three he will no doubt be absent.

Iron Man 3 - Review

Iron Man 3 follows Tony Stark after the events in New York City as he tries to rebuild his life. While trying to improve his Iron Man technology, a new business competitor and villain comes in his way and it is up to Tony to either cause trouble and protect himself or those he can't live without.


If you read my blog at all you know that I love the superhero movies in general and was excited for Iron Man 3. I stayed away from a majority of the previews and clips and promo pictures because I wanted to go in as fresh as I could. I am glad I did because this is one that really relies on the element of surprise. It also relied on action and lots of it.
Now... I enjoyed Iron Man 3. Does that mean I absolutely loved it and overlooked the flaws? No. I would say the keyword for me is "enjoyed." It was very funny, silly, and action packed. That is really about it. I expected it to be more in depth character-wise with Tony Stark and with his struggle since the events in The Avengers. It was very odd that those events were not really discussed. Whenever someone mentioned The Avengers or New York City he would have a massive anxiety attack and then it would go to another scene. Any potential seriousness was placed on the back burner so we could have action scenes, explosions, and several prototype Iron Man suits that Tony had been building in his spare time. That was pretty much what Iron Man 3 was.

In terms of the plot, I feel like it could have been better. When the villain was announced to be Mandarin I got excited and was expecting so much, especially after Ben Kingsley was cast. Mandarin kind of faded a bit once you got the big reveal of exactly who he was (which I will mention below in spoilers). You have this badass villain and you get excited until you have that one moment where you laugh and go, oh really? It was funny but not really taken seriously.
As far as the script goes I think it had similar problems like the plot did. They sacrificed good plot points for humor and just moved on. Naturally you have to include Tony Stark's smartass demeanor but they took it a little too far.
The cast had the potential to be great and came off as just alright. For me personally the best ones, aside from Robert Downey Jr. (duh), were Guy Pearce and Ben Kingsley. They played the characters great and delivered the dialogue they were given very well. I appreciated the hell out of those two. I thought Jon Favreau was a bit ridiculous and I don't know what happened with Gwyneth Paltrow in this, but Pepper Potts came across very barky and bland to me. It was like they were aiming for her to be concerned about Tony but she didn't quite make it seem that way. She came across angry and bitchy. [random: I also realized where I had seen the kid (Ty Simpkins) before. He was Dalton in Insidious!]
The main character in this movie is truly the action. People are not kidding when they said this movie is action-packed. Practically from start to finish something is getting blown up or tweaked with or crashed or melted or whatever. In my opinion they sacrificed what could have been a great, character driven movie about post-NYC Tony Stark for an action flick. It is enjoyable and funny, but I expected more.

I won't say Iron Man 3 was terrible because it wasn't. It just could have been so much better. Easily a 7/10. But hey, at least is was better than Iron Man 2. 


Now for some spoilers! If you haven't seen Iron Man 3 yet I would skip reading this portion. Trust me, you don't want the spoilers.

Iron Man 3 - Extended Super Bowl Spot (HD)

New images for Iron Man 3

I cannot wait for this movie.

Iron Man 3 first official plot synopsis revealed

We have the first plot details for Iron Man 3 which are as follows:

"In Marvel's Iron Man 3, Tony Stark/Iron Man finds his world reduced to rubble by a malevolent enemy and must use his ingenuity and instincts to protect those closest to him as he seeks to destroy the enemy and his cohorts. When Stark finds his personal world destroyed at his enemy's hands, he embarks on a harrowing quest to find those responsible. This journey, at every turn, will test his mettle."

Another little detail included was, "As he fights his way back, Stark discovers the answer to the question that has secretly haunted him: does the man make the suit or does the suit make the man?"

New image for Iron Man 3

Comic-Con: Kingsley's role named for Iron Man 3

As speculated and rumored, Ben Kingsley will indeed be playing The Mandarin in Iron Man 3. This was revealed during the Iron Man panel at SD Comic-Con 2012.

We also have a new image from the upcoming movie, which is going to be awesome.

Jessica Chastain may join Iron Man 3

It is being tossed around that Jessica Chastain may be joining the cast of Iron Man 3. Her rumored role is a rival scientist to Tony Stark. Chastain originally was set for the film but was canned due to scheduling issues. The movie that caused her to drop Iron Man 3 has been postponed so it looks as though she will be able to be the scientist after all.

I personally like Jessica Chastain so this could be a fun addition to the cast.

http://collider.com/iron-man-3-jessica-chastain/161389/

Guy Pearce joins Iron Man 3 cast

Shortly after Ben Kingsley was announced to play the villain in Iron Man 3, we now know who will play Aldrich Killian; the geneticist responsible for the Extremis serum. It is none other than Guy Pearce!

I am personally a big fan of Pearce so this excites me. I can't wait for a third Iron Man movie. As long as it's better than Iron Man 2 I will sleep better.

Iron Man 3 is set to be released on May 3, 2013.


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Ben Kingsley in negotiations for Iron Man 3

It seems that our villain for Iron Man 3 will be played by Ben Kingsley. He is in final negotiations to play an unannounced villain. Jon Favreau had been setting up the villain to be Mandarin but this new news kind of contradicts that and says Mandarin is basically out of the picture and will not be played by Kingsley.
Production is set to begin this May in North Carolina with Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, and  Scarlett Johansson reprising their roles from Iron Man and Iron Man 2.The third installment of Iron Man is set to be released in May 2013.

http://collider.com/iron-man-3-ben-kingsley/158084/