Remember the heart-wrenching sacrifice Tony Stark made in ‘Avengers: Endgame‘? Yeah, so do the directors. That’s why they’re a tad bewildered by recent comments from Robert Downey Jr. expressing interest in reprising the iconic Iron Man role.
Robert’s comment regarding Iron Man’s return ignited a ray of hope among the hardcore MCU fans. However, it confused the directors of ‘Avengers: Endgame’ who had concluded the iconic characters run in the film.
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Russo Brothers Talk About Not Knowing How They Will Execute Iron Man’s Return
Downey Jr. ignited a firestorm of speculation with a seemingly casual remark during an interview. “Happily,” he declared when asked about returning to the role. He even playfully referenced the influence of Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige, stating, “Never bet against Kevin Feige. It’s a losing bet.” This sent fans into overdrive, desperate for any hint of Iron Man’s potential comeback.
However, the Russo Brothers, who directed Endgame and oversaw Iron Man’s heroic send-off, seem less convinced. In a recent interview with Gamesradar, they expressed confusion about Downey Jr.’s comments. “I don’t know how they would do it,” admitted Anthony Russo. His brother Joe echoed the sentiment, adding, “We mean, we closed that book, so it would be up to them to figure out how to reopen it.”
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Can Iron Man Ever Come Back To The MCU?
The Russo Brothers’ perspective is understandable. Iron Man’s sacrifice in Endgame felt like a definitive conclusion to his character arc. His death served as a pivotal moment in the film, raising the stakes and solidifying his place as a true hero. So, how do you bring back a character who delivered such a powerful, emotional sacrifice?
There’s always the possibility of flashbacks or prequels, but that wouldn’t quite capture the essence of a full-fledged return. Additionally, The Multiverse, a concept recently introduced in the MCU, could offer a way back, allowing for alternate versions of Iron Man. This approach, however, could potentially cheapen the emotional weight of his original sacrifice.
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