Iron Man Terrence Howard Officially Cast As "James Rhodes"

[ObakeTora]

If there's any rap in this movie I'm selling all my shares and moving them all into Hasbro.

Oh God.......

Terrence isnt a rapper.

 

[TNC9852002]

Terrence, I think, has the balls, the chops, the support, and the confidence to carry a role like this very well.

Sure, we all know about his performance in Crash and Hustle and Flow, but he also had memorable little bit parts in Four Brothers, Their Eyes Were Watching God, Lackawanna Blues, and Ray..

I hope the speculated role DOES turn out to be Rhodes and that Howard WILL have the time to do it. He's a pretty busy guy now..

-TNC

 

[ObakeTora]

and lets not forget Dead Presidents.

 

[terry78]

I'm not sure what people want exactly when they go against Howard taking the role. You want someone blacker, you want someone with more street cred, etc. So long as the persona fits, it's all that matters. Howard can be a chameleon when he wants to be, even though his last few roles have been pretty much the hardcore villain/heavy.

 

[Advanced Dark]

I'm cool w/Howard as Rhodes. There's probably a better choice out there somewhere as far as looks, and maybe someone better in character...but he's good enough. If he doesn't get the role then they'll find someone else.

 

[tamron]

I want someone a little 'harder' than Terrence Howard.

What makes the dynamic work between Tony and Jim in my opinion is that they play off each other. One's weakness is covered by the other, as it their strength. Rhodey is a former Marine, a physical, street smart guy. Tony is the highly intelligent, rich, suave playboy. Howard has never played a role like Rhodey as he has been depicted in the comics. In fact, as some have mentioned, he could actually play Tony if we were colorblind casting.

That to me say that either their dynamic will be altered in the film (which isn't a good thing, IMHO) or that Howard, being a 'chameleon' with bulk up a little to fit the role, which I would respect immensely were he to show that kind of dedication to the role, but I honestly doubt that.

 

[terry78]

We still don't know who they're getting for Stark himself, as he could be somewhat of a "soft type" actor as well. Tony Stark isn't a big machismo type guy, he's a wealthy businessman who, while admired by people, isn't exactly seen as a rough and tumble joe sixpack type either.

 

[Son Of Logan]

Terrence, I think, has the balls, the chops, the support, and the confidence to carry a role like this very well.

Sure, we all know about his performance in Crash and Hustle and Flow, but he also had memorable little bit parts in Four Brothers, Their Eyes Were Watching God, Lackawanna Blues, and Ray..

I hope the speculated role DOES turn out to be Rhodes and that Howard WILL have the time to do it. He's a pretty busy guy now..

-TNC

Don't forget Dead Presidents and Sparks.

 

[The Apatow Crew]

i like Terrence so hopefully he takes the prt. i thought he was excellent in Hustle & Flow and Crash plus i also liked him in Four Brothers.

 

[Uncanny]

I want someone a little 'harder' than Terrence Howard.

What makes the dynamic work between Tony and Jim in my opinion is that they play off each other. One's weakness is covered by the other, as it their strength. Rhodey is a former Marine, a physical, street smart guy. Tony is the highly intelligent, rich, suave playboy.

Terrence Howard does not look manly enough for the part.

There is nothing wrong with a more darker skin, black superhero that looks more like the comic version. Even if Terrence Howard was darker, he still does not look anything like James Rhodes. I have movies like "Crash" "Player Club" and others with him in it. I have nothing against Terrence, I just do not think he is the right man for the job. I hope they get some other guy for James Rhodes.

 

[Advanced Dark]

^ Todd Bridges

 

[The Apatow Crew]

^^^^^ Mr.T instead.

 

[Advanced Dark]

Beetlejuice from Howard Stern for RHODEs!

 

[Yellow Cyclone]

Terrence Howard does not look manly enough for the part.

There is nothing wrong with a more darker skin, black superhero that looks more like the comic version. Even if Terrence Howard was darker, he still does not look anything like James Rhodes. I have movies like "Crash" "Player Club" and others with him in it. I have nothing against Terrence, I just do not think he is the right man for the job. I hope they get some other guy for James Rhodes.

with you and tamron

 

[terry78]

i like Terrence so hopefully he takes the prt. i thought he was excellent in Hustle & Flow and Crash plus i also liked him in Four Brothers.

He was never in Four Brothers. I knew ya'll thought we all look alike.

 

[Advanced Dark]

Yes he was in 4 brothers. Lt. Green.

 

[The Apatow Crew]

Yes he was in 4 brothers. Lt. Green.

Correct.

 

[terry78]

^Fine, you got me. My credibility is shot.

 

[Advanced Dark]

It wasn't until you posted that red emoticon.

 

[TNC9852002]

Anymore Rhodes casting choices?

I think, whoever plays Rhodes, needs to have a good reputation behind him, like many other secondary characters in comic book films...

Some of my alternate choices:

-Mekhi Phifer
-Isiah Washington
-Michael Beach
-Blair Underwood
-Henry Simmons

-TNC

 

[CaptainCanada]

Michael Dorn. He's got plenty of experience playing strong men-of-action, and an awesome, deep voice.

 

[Son Of Logan]

Michael Dorn. He's got plenty of experience playing strong men-of-action, and an awesome, deep voice.

I'd be nice to see him get some work.

 

[terry78]

^He does get work, albeit voiceover.

 

[Jalex]

Since's AICN it's all BS and none of it can be taken into account. Or as some would say .

They were the first to scoop the revelation scene that Jason was Superman's son in SR.

 

[Kaboom]

Michael Dorn. He's got plenty of experience playing strong men-of-action, and an awesome, deep voice.

seems a bit old. but that voice rocks!