Robert Downey Jr and Jeff Bridges as Tony Stark and Obadiah Stane in Iron Man
Summary The first Iron Man movie featured an all-star ensemble cast, who have each worked extensively since the movie was released in 2008. Iron Man was the first movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and it not only redefined the superhero genre but laid the groundwork for the expansive MCU timeline. Each cast member played a significant role in bringing this groundbreaking movie to life, and each boasts a litany of subsequent credits and business ventures.
Post-MCU, Downey's career continues to thrive. He won an Academy Award in 2023 for his compelling performance in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer. In 2024, he starred in HBO Max’s The Sympathizer, a dark comedy miniseries based on the Pulitzer-winning novel of the same name. Downey is also set to make his Broadway debut in 2024 in the play McNeal - playing a novelist with a strained family life and a problematic fascination with artificial intelligence.
8 Jeff Bridges Obadiah Stane Close Jeff Bridges played Obadiah Stane in Iron Man , delivering a compelling performance as Tony Stark's mentor-turned-antagonist. His portrayal of Stane, also known as Iron Monger, provided a formidable and nuanced villain, setting a high bar for future MCU adversaries. Since Iron Man, Jeff Bridges has continued to achieve critical acclaim, winning several awards for his acting work.
6 Clark Gregg Phil Coulson Close Clark Gregg first appeared as Agent Phil Coulson in Iron Man, marking the beginning of his long association with the MCU. In Iron Man, Coulson is a S.H.I.E.L.D. agent who initially seems like a minor character but quickly becomes pivotal to the entire franchise. Gregg's characterization of Coulson was notable for embodying an unflappable demeanor and dry wit, leading to numerous MCU movie appearances and the TV series Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
4 Samuel L. Jackson Nick Fury Close Samuel L. Jackson made a surprise cameo as Nick Fury in the Iron Man post-credits scene, where he introduces Tony Stark to the "Avenger Initiative." This brief but important appearance marked the beginning of Jackson's long-running role as the director of S.H.I.E.L.D. and the connective thread throughout the MCU.
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