As both the most impactful character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and one of its best-acted performances, Iron Man has ...

After more than ten years and a string of $50 million paydays, Downey hung up his "Iron Man" suit in 2019 ... but one who can have an equally profound effect on the future of this universe".

The first Iron Man movie is what made the MCU possible. The movie turned the Avengers into the most beloved group of superheroes in the world and made Robert Downey Jr. a star once again.