Iron Man

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Iron Man

PG-13

2008

2h 6m

Action

Adventure

Sci-Fi

Fantasy

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A billionaire industrialist and genius inventor, Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.), is conducting weapons tests overseas, but terrorists kidnap him to force him to build a devastating weapon. Instead, he builds an armored suit and upends his captors. Returning to America, Stark refines the suit and uses it to combat crime and terrorism.

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Critics Consensus

Powered by Robert Downey Jr.'s vibrant charm, Iron Man turbo-charges the superhero genre with a deft intelligence and infectious sense of fun.

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Karl French

Financial Times

10/07/2018

Still, if the film is ultimately disappointing it is in part because it begins so well, and there is a lot to enjoy before the over-the-top final act.

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Deborah Ross

The Spectator

08/23/2018

I like Downey Jr, usually, with his dark wounded eyes, but here his performance veers between going though the motions and a look which seems to say, "Hey, what film am I doing again?"

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David Stratton

At the Movies (Australia)

06/15/2015

3.5/5

What gives this its distinction [is] Robert Downey Jr, who is terrific.

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Joseph Garcia

Dynamic Duel Podcast

01/18/2023

4.5/5

An exceptionally well-made debut for Marvel Studios. Fun, engaging and bolstered by a tour-de-force lead turn by Robert Downey Jr.

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Nicolás Delgadillo

Discussing Film

06/24/2021

When all is said and done, this is, without a doubt, the Robert Downey Jr. show from start to finish.

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Rachel Wagner

Rachel's Reviews (YouTube)

03/26/2021

One of the best they've ever made

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Andrew B

@ABdestroyer233 8h

Still an amazing start to the mcu and a top 10 film all time from the mcu.

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Pramath. S

@Pramath 3d

Best movie of all times

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Zach B

@ZachBasham67 Dec 7

A very influential movie! However I don’t understand the insane amount of hype

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Matias G

Dec 1

It's pure movie art, I don't understand why people don't like it, if it's pure art, for my young age it will always be a tremendous movie, five stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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raand m

Nov 25

الافلام تم اختراعها لاضافة المتعة و رفع الادرينالين لدى المشاهد و هذا الفيلم قلم بذلك بشكل مذهل ..

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Rotten P

Nov 16

Iron Man (2008) soars as a standout superhero origin story, blending thrilling action, sharp humor, and grounded character development. Robert Downey Jr. delivers a career-defining performance as Tony Stark, perfectly capturing the genius, wit, and vulnerability of the iconic hero. Jon Favreau’s direction balances spectacle with heart, making Stark’s transformation from self-centered billionaire to reluctant hero both compelling and believable. The film’s practical effects and carefully designed suit bring a tangible realism that complements the CGI, while the smart script keeps the story moving with energy and levity. As the launch point for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Iron Man sets a high standard for superhero cinema, combining entertainment, emotional depth, and unforgettable heroics in one electrifying package.

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Synopsis

A billionaire industrialist and genius inventor, Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.), is conducting weapons tests overseas, but terrorists kidnap him to force him to build a devastating weapon. Instead, he builds an armored suit and upends his captors. Returning to America, Stark refines the suit and uses it to combat crime and terrorism.

Director: Jon Favreau
Producer: Avi Arad, Kevin Feige
Screenwriter: Mark Fergus, Hawk Ostby, Art Marcum, Matt Holloway
Distributor: Paramount Pictures
Production Co: Paramount, Marvel Enterprises
Rating: PG-13 (Intense Sci-Fi Action/Violence|Brief Suggestive Content)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 2, 2008, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 1, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA): $318.3M
Runtime: 2h 6m
Sound Mix: Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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