Downey's last? - Page 15

ShadowBoxer · 10-23-2012, 10:52 AM

I think Avengers 2 will be RDJ's last outing as Iron Man (though I hope not) but it seems like that will be the case from some rumors I read on some fanboy websites. If they recast for the role, then that person is gonna to have some BIG shoes to fill, just like whoever plays the Joker next in a Batman film.

mclay18 · 10-23-2012, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by DOOZlovesBOOZ

They are going to throw everything but the kitchen sink at him to get him back.

He has a huge asking price now. After the first IM revived his career, his asking price is $11M per movie. And his agents were smart enough to change his contract that gave him 0.5% of the gross too.

I think it's likely RDJ will be back, but he'll be more pricier now. I wouldn't be surprised if he signs on for two more MCU films, but gets his $11M upfront salary, plus a higher percentage of the box-office too.

DACrowe · 10-23-2012, 03:24 PM

Downey will be back for Avengers 2. Marvel still wants to sell it as "everything about the first you love, but BIGGER!"

After Avengers 2 and this "Phase 2" business, though? I have no idea.

OP84CC82 · 10-23-2012, 03:36 PM

From what I understand, RDJ himself said that he wouldn't want to leave after his contract is over.

Gold Samurai · 10-23-2012, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Marathon

They also need to recast Pepper and Tony at the same time (assuming Pepper is never killed). Would be awkward for only one of the pair to change at a time, lol.

For my suggestion a reporter can make a comment asking Tony Stark

"Did you have have plastic surgery?"

Tony will brush it off and then we see the new actor

Excelsior. · 10-23-2012, 03:51 PM

No no, none of that. If you're going to sell the world to a new actor as Tony Stark, self conscious jabs like those won't do anything to help.

TheVileOne · 10-23-2012, 04:19 PM

After the way Disney marketed him for Avengers, and with how well the movie did, they are definitely going to make a play for him here.

Webfoot Hero · 10-23-2012, 04:25 PM

After IM3, I'm sure that Marvel and him will try to hammer out a new contract to extend his stay as IM. He seems to still be enjoying the role so why not stick around a little while longer.

747 · 10-23-2012, 04:28 PM

Maybe they will just skip an Iron Man film in Phase 3 and then have RDJ sign on for Avengers 2 and 3. That way he would have more time in between to do other things, taking a little break from Tony.

Webfoot Hero · 10-23-2012, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 747

Maybe they will just skip an Iron Man film in Phase 3 and then have RDJ sign on for Avengers 2 and 3. That way he would have more time in between to do other things, taking a little break from Tony.

I could see them do that but to not have IM in any film between A2 and A3 might be a little much for Marvel and him.

DOOZlovesBOOZ · 10-23-2012, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by mclay18

He has a huge asking price now. After the first IM revived his career, his asking price is $11M per movie. And his agents were smart enough to change his contract that gave him 0.5% of the gross too.

I think it's likely RDJ will be back, but he'll be more pricier now. I wouldn't be surprised if he signs on for two more MCU films, but gets his $11M upfront salary, plus a higher percentage of the box-office too.

Yeah i could very much see that happening, he can make way more if he recieves a bigger percentage of the B.O. than if he just raised his baseline salary.

Ultimatehero · 10-23-2012, 04:40 PM

This isn't RDJ's last. Just look at him at all the premieres, he LOVES this franchise. He'll be in it for the long haul just like Hugh Jackman. MARVEL truly struck gold. Plus they gave him his big second chance and I think he really likes that and will stay around as a thanks to that. Just, he always seems to love the Iron Man premieres and the joy it brings to kids (see the comic-con footage). RDJ's here to last.

Kiltman · 10-23-2012, 05:47 PM

I see no way this being his last.

He loves the franchise, the fans love him, and it makes a lot of money. It'll get worked out, whether or not we get IM4 I'm not certain....but I think it would be a good deal to sign him up for three more A2, IM4, and A3. But give him a break from it and have IM4 be the lead in to Avengers 3 so he gets a couple years to relax and take on some other roles.

Dark Raven · 10-23-2012, 06:59 PM

I think IM3 could be the equivalent of Goldfinger in the Bond movies. Connery didn't quit after that but did 2 more before quitting, and then later came back for DAF. Downey Jr could still do a couple more IM movies. I don't see why it has to be a trilogy.

Mr.T · 10-23-2012, 07:10 PM

RDJ will be back. He is the face of the Marvel Universe and Disney knows it. in teh Avengers, IM had several money shots, got to be the one to self sacrifice and save the city, and even had the final scene before credits kicked in. Marvel knows who their golden goose is...

ThePhantasm · 10-23-2012, 07:18 PM

Just compare the box office takes. Before The Avengers, Iron Man and Iron Man 2 each individually outsold the other standalone stories. He's definitely the most profitable hero in the lineup.

C_Carmichael · 10-23-2012, 09:44 PM

I have a feeling we might see the death of Tony Stark in IM3.

Notice at the end of the trailer the Arc Reactor fading out? Sure, its a stretch, but if RDJ wants out, this is his chance to do so in a way that fans could appreciate.

Which could lead us to a Rhodey Iron Man for Avengers 2, or some other method of keeping Iron Man going, without RDJ / Tony Stark.

Spider-Vader · 10-23-2012, 09:48 PM

I think Downey will stay, he seems to love the franchise. Plus, this is the franchise that brought him back into the public eye, I think he's incredibly grateful for the MCU.

LegendAssemble · 10-23-2012, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by C_Carmichael

I have a feeling we might see the death of Tony Stark in IM3.

Notice at the end of the trailer the Arc Reactor fading out? Sure, its a stretch, but if RDJ wants out, this is his chance to do so in a way that fans could appreciate.

Which could lead us to a Rhodey Iron Man for Avengers 2, or some other method of keeping Iron Man going, without RDJ / Tony Stark.

Thats not going to happen. Theres shots of his arc reactor fading out in all 4 films so far, it's just to build tension and create a sense of urgency.

ThePhantasm · 10-24-2012, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by C_Carmichael

Notice at the end of the trailer the Arc Reactor fading out?

It fades out and then he is depicted hiking through the snow and then the reactor turns back on.

kaijunexus · 10-24-2012, 11:03 AM

I've said it before and I'll say it again...

A few weeks before or after the release of Iron Man 3, Marvel will release a statement that they have successfully signed a new contract with Robert Downey Jr. that obligates him to 3 more films. They won't specifically state what those films are, but we can safely assume they will be Iron Man 4, Avengers 2, and Avengers 3.

I'm fairly certain RDJ may quit the role of Tony Stark after Avengers 3, in which case they will either replace him with a new actor for more Iron Man films...or retire the Iron Man franchise and perhaps just have RDJ make very small cameo appearances in a few other MCU films (ala The Incredible Hulk), which I'm sure he would be happy to do.

TheDarkKnight08 · 10-24-2012, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by kaijunexus

I've said it before and I'll say it again...

A few weeks before or after the release of Iron Man 3, Marvel will release a statement that they have successfully signed a new contract with Robert Downey Jr. that obligates him to 3 more films. They won't specifically state what those films are, but we can safely assume they will be Iron Man 4, Avengers 2, and Avengers 3.

I'm fairly certain RDJ may quit the role of Tony Stark after Avengers 3, in which case they will either replace him with a new actor for more Iron Man films...or retire the Iron Man franchise and perhaps just have RDJ make very small cameo appearances in a few other MCU films (ala The Incredible Hulk), which I'm sure he would be happy to do.

I see this happening. He'll have IM4, TA2, and TA3 left to do. Marvel knows what they have, and so does RDJ. Who cares if he looks a little older? Stark's supposed to be older than the rest of them anyway. That, and he keeps his age in check in almost everything we see him in. They'll die his hair black and touch him up, and boom, he looks just like he did in IM. We're good, he's here to stay and we really shouldn't worry at this point.

jaqua99 · 10-24-2012, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by C_Carmichael

I have a feeling we might see the death of Tony Stark in IM3.

Notice at the end of the trailer the Arc Reactor fading out? Sure, its a stretch, but if RDJ wants out, this is his chance to do so in a way that fans could appreciate.

Which could lead us to a Rhodey Iron Man for Avengers 2, or some other method of keeping Iron Man going, without RDJ / Tony Stark.

To quote Joss Whedon on The Avengers 2 "All the members will be back"

sorry

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Originally Posted by LegendAssemble

Thats not going to happen. Theres shots of his arc reactor fading out in all 4 films so far, it's just to build tension and create a sense of urgency.

Yeah lol

Doc Ock · 10-24-2012, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by kaijunexus

I'm fairly certain RDJ may quit the role of Tony Stark after Avengers 3, in which case they will either replace him with a new actor for more Iron Man films...or retire the Iron Man franchise and perhaps just have RDJ make very small cameo appearances in a few other MCU films (ala The Incredible Hulk), which I'm sure he would be happy to do.

Thats all I really want, a trilogy of Avengers films with RDJ (and the other cast members as well like Evans, Hemsworth, Ruffalo, etc). From that point on I don't mind the cast of the MCU being replaced or changed, just give us the same cast of the same actors to have a complete Avengers trilogy AT LEAST.

Gold Samurai · 10-24-2012, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by C_Carmichael

I have a feeling we might see the death of Tony Stark in IM3.

Notice at the end of the trailer the Arc Reactor fading out? Sure, its a stretch, but if RDJ wants out, this is his chance to do so in a way that fans could appreciate.

It's symbolism. Sort of like the broken up Bat symbol in "The Dark Knight Rises" and "The Dark Knight"

Things aren't as good as they were in IM1 and IM2. The reactor isn't shining brightly anymore.

10-23-2012, 10:52 AM	#351
ShadowBoxer Side-Kick Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 1,307	Re: Downey's last? I think Avengers 2 will be RDJ's last outing as Iron Man (though I hope not) but it seems like that will be the case from some rumors I read on some fanboy websites. If they recast for the role, then that person is gonna to have some BIG shoes to fill, just like whoever plays the Joker next in a Batman film. Last edited by ShadowBoxer; 10-23-2012 at 10:55 AM.

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DACrowe Side-Kick Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 24,840	Re: Downey's last? Downey will be back for Avengers 2. Marvel still wants to sell it as "everything about the first you love, but BIGGER!" After Avengers 2 and this "Phase 2" business, though? I have no idea. __________________ "Let us disappoint the Men who are raising themselves upon the ruin of this Country." --John Adams

10-23-2012, 03:36 PM	#354
OP84CC82 Side-Kick Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Waterbury, Connecticut Posts: 357	Re: Downey's last? From what I understand, RDJ himself said that he wouldn't want to leave after his contract is over.

10-23-2012, 03:51 PM	#356
Excelsior. Side-Kick Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New York Posts: 9,382	Re: Downey's last? No no, none of that. If you're going to sell the world to a new actor as Tony Stark, self conscious jabs like those won't do anything to help. __________________ "If you want to save yourself the ticket price, go into the kitchen, cue up a male choir singing the music of hell, and get a kid to start banging pots and pans together. Then close your eyes and use your imagination." - Roger Ebert on Revenge of the Fallen.

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TheVileOne Side-Kick Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: California Posts: 32,404	Re: Downey's last? After the way Disney marketed him for Avengers, and with how well the movie did, they are definitely going to make a play for him here. __________________ "This is true. This is real. This . . . Is . . . Straight Edge." - CM Punk

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Webfoot Hero Side-Kick Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Oregon Posts: 3,087	Re: Downey's last? After IM3, I'm sure that Marvel and him will try to hammer out a new contract to extend his stay as IM. He seems to still be enjoying the role so why not stick around a little while longer.

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10-23-2012, 04:40 PM	#362
Ultimatehero Life is infinite Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 3,984	Re: Downey's last? This isn't RDJ's last. Just look at him at all the premieres, he LOVES this franchise. He'll be in it for the long haul just like Hugh Jackman. MARVEL truly struck gold. Plus they gave him his big second chance and I think he really likes that and will stay around as a thanks to that. Just, he always seems to love the Iron Man premieres and the joy it brings to kids (see the comic-con footage). RDJ's here to last. __________________ WARNING! ROMNEY IS THE HARBINGER OF THE ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE! VIDEO-CLick to Watch!:

10-23-2012, 05:47 PM	#363
Kiltman #4 in Shrubbery Appraisal Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Flipadelphia Posts: 50	Re: Downey's last? I see no way this being his last. He loves the franchise, the fans love him, and it makes a lot of money. It'll get worked out, whether or not we get IM4 I'm not certain....but I think it would be a good deal to sign him up for three more A2, IM4, and A3. But give him a break from it and have IM4 be the lead in to Avengers 3 so he gets a couple years to relax and take on some other roles.

10-23-2012, 07:10 PM	#365
Mr.T Side-Kick Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 240	Re: Downey's last? RDJ will be back. He is the face of the Marvel Universe and Disney knows it. in teh Avengers, IM had several money shots, got to be the one to self sacrifice and save the city, and even had the final scene before credits kicked in. Marvel knows who their golden goose is...

10-23-2012, 07:18 PM	#366
ThePhantasm Mildly Amused Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: UK Posts: 7,421	Re: Downey's last? Just compare the box office takes. Before The Avengers, Iron Man and Iron Man 2 each individually outsold the other standalone stories. He's definitely the most profitable hero in the lineup. __________________ THE HOBBIT: An Unexpected Journey: My Review The Legendary Origin of Ben *THE TUSI IS DEAAAAAAD*

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10-23-2012, 09:48 PM	#368
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