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Robert Downey, Jr. and Jon Favreau Suit Up For Marvel Studios' "The Avengers" and "Iron Man 2"
As part of his four picture deal with Marvel Studios, Robert Downey Jr. is appearing as Tony Stark in "The Avengers" motion picture, as well as reprising his starring role as the larger-than-life leading character in "Iron Man 2." Jon Favreau will return to direct the sequel to the blockbuster "Iron Man," which to date has grossed over $578 million worldwide, as well as executive produce "The Avengers."
Academy Award® nominee Downey was most recently seen in the summer comedy blockbuster "Tropic Thunder" starring opposite Ben Stiller and Jack Black. Before "Iron Man," he was best known for his film roles in "Kiss Kiss Bang Bang," "Wonder Boys" and "Chaplin," the film for which he was nominated for an Oscar®.
In addition to directing the first "Iron Man," Favreau has previously directed "Elf," "Zathura: A Space Adventure" and "Made." He is also well known for writing and starring in "Swingers." He will next be seen acting in "Four Christmasses," "I Love You Man" and "Couples Retreat."
Don Cheadle Will Star as Rhodey in "Iron Man 2"
Marvel Studios is pleased today to confirm that an agreement has been finalized with award-winning actor Don Cheadle to take on the role of Colonel James "Rhodey" Rhodes in Marvel's "Iron Man 2" due in theaters on May 7, 2010. In casting Cheadle, Marvel replaces Terrence Howard who appeared in the role of Rhodey in Iron Man.
Cheadle is also signed on to perform the same role in "The Avengers" and subsequent installments of the "Iron Man" franchise.
"We are very excited about working with the extraordinarily talented Don Cheadle as we expand the role of Rhodey in 'Iron Man 2.' It has already become apparent as we prep the movie for production, that the dynamic between Robert and Don will take 'Iron Man 2' to new heights," said Kevin Feige, President of Marvel Studios.
Cheadle is best known for his Oscar® nominated lead performance in "Hotel Rwanda" as well as his role as Basher Tarr in the "Ocean's" franchise, "Crash" and "Swordfish."
Based on Marvel's iconic Super Hero, "Iron Man 2" continues the story of this summer's box office blockbuster IRON MAN, the first feature film produced independently by Marvel Studios. "Iron Man 2" will be produced by Marvel Studios' President, Kevin Feige, and executive produced by Louis D'Esposito, Jon Favreau, Stan Lee, David Maisel and Denis Stewart.
In a movie event, "The Avengers" will bring together the super hero team of Marvel Comics characters for the first time ever, including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, the Hulk and more, as they are forced to band together to battle the biggest foe they've ever faced.
The highly anticipated sequel to "Iron Man" will be released in theatres on May 7, 2010 and "The Avengers" will be released July 15, 2011. Both films will be distributed by Paramount Pictures.
I really wanna know some of the cast for the Avengers movie...I think the roster should look like this...Iron ManCaptain AmericaWaspHawkeyeThorBlack Widow*Hulkthe Scarlet Witch*Quicksilver** = maybe
:98f1ed00d3="Nova#1"] I liked Terrance Howard in the role, thing is I don't think Cheadle has the look to be Rhodey.[/quote:98f1ed00d3]Agreed, Terrance has a cute face (no ****) but less threatening. Since Marvel releases movies with a target market of kids, Don Cheadle is more of a serious actor to play for a Comic based movie, in my opinion. If more Marvel movies were like Sin City with Blood...
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:98f1ed00d3="Nova#1"] I liked Terrance Howard in the role, thing is I don't think Cheadle has the look to be Rhodey.[/quote:98f1ed00d3]Agreed, Terrance has a cute face (no ****) but less threatening. Since Marvel releases movies with a target market of kids, Don Cheadle is more of a serious actor to play for a Comic based movie, in my opinion. If more Marvel movies were like Sin City with Blood and Swearing, like in the comics, then Cheadle would be appropriate, but again - that's just me! = )Terrance was excellent for the War Machine part. How are they going to explain his appearance change? haha - like surgery over night or he got the same fate as Stark in the first movie, except instead or metal in his heart, it went in his face? now he looks different? awe man..
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Terrence Howard should definitely still be rhodey. I really liked cheadle in hotel rwanda, but the thing with cheadle is he seems like he is too old and mature for the role of rhodey. To me, Rhodey is a role for a younger actor, like howard, who can portray him as someone who is in control, yet nervous about stark's hijinks. I thought Howard did a nice job of that in the first movie.
i think it sounds all great and can't wait to see the next one and the full blown Avengers film, Don Cheadle is a really good actor and a well known name, allthough i don't really think he fits the role as good as Howerd did, but his range is amazing so i'm sure he'll pull it off with flying colures. TERRANCE HOWERD IS A B!#@%, what an idiot, the role of Rhodes is such a promising peice, war ...
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i think it sounds all great and can't wait to see the next one and the full blown Avengers film, Don Cheadle is a really good actor and a well known name, allthough i don't really think he fits the role as good as Howerd did, but his range is amazing so i'm sure he'll pull it off with flying colures. TERRANCE HOWERD IS A B!#@%, what an idiot, the role of Rhodes is such a promising peice, war mechine could even have a spin off. he just gave up the role of a life time that he'll never see agian. what a prick
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Why replace Howard? That is the big question for me anyway. I hate switching actors in major roles, Rhodie is a huge part of Iron man. Not that i think Don can't pull it off, he's a fine actor> I have much respect for his work. It would have served better if he was also in the first roll. Terrence is an equally fine actor who did start the roll as Rhodes and in my opinion should be allowed to ...
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Why replace Howard? That is the big question for me anyway. I hate switching actors in major roles, Rhodie is a huge part of Iron man. Not that i think Don can't pull it off, he's a fine actor> I have much respect for his work. It would have served better if he was also in the first roll. Terrence is an equally fine actor who did start the roll as Rhodes and in my opinion should be allowed to continue or at least let us who have appreciated his effort in Iron Man know why his return is not likely in I.M.2!!!! DON WILL BRING A LOT TO THE ROLE BUT IT WON'T BE ENOUGH TO EQUAL THE Chemistry of the original cast. Mark my words I've seen it, I've been there. You will ask me how i knew, and i will say told you soooo. SabWriter
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