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With the MCU busy crafting its next set of the World’s mightiest heroes, fans are still finding it hard to let the past go and are wishing for a cameo from Robert Downey Jr. in future MCU entries. But despite fans’ wishes, the actor doesn’t seem much open to the idea of reprising the iconic role, as he even refused to return for Marvel’sWhat If…?series, where Mick Wingert voiced the character of Iron Man
Although the future of witnessing theIron Manstar back in the MCU isn’t the brightest, the actor once revealed that he was once open to making an appearance in one of Marvel’s TV shows.
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Robert Downey Jr was interested in making a cameo in this MCU show
Despite not returning for any of the Marvel Phase Four projects, there was one Marvel TV show, whereRobert Downey Jr.once showcased his interest in making an appearance. Following MCU’s first attempt at expanding its brand in the television landscape withAgents of S.H.I.E.L.D., it seems RDJ was highly impressed by the show, which was created by Joss Whedon. Considering actors likeSamuel L. Jackson, who made a special appearance in the show as Nick Fury, theIron Manstar hoped for a similar cameo in the show.
However, following the extra work that would be needed in order to make the idea come to fruition, the actor ultimately brushed off his plans of making a cameo in the critically acclaimed show. During hisAsk Me Anythingsession on Reddit, the actor explained,
“Nothing is impossible. But there might be a fair amount of red tape involved in something like that. I love Clark Gregg, and am pleased the show is doing so well,”
But considering it was around a time when the MCU was just starting to bloom, after 12 years of playing the same character, RDJ doesn’t seem to be open to the idea of reprising the role anymore.
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Robert Downey Jr has done everything he could with his MCU role
While reflecting on his journey as Iron Man inThe Infinity Saga, Robert Downey Jr. explained that he is done with the role, as he has done everything he could with it. Even though fans are still hoping for the actor to make a return in the upcomingAvengers: Secret Wars, the chances of this happening aren’t the brightest at present. Downey Jr. stated,
“I’ve done all I could with that character and can do other things now. Now, being middle-aged, you start looking at the back nine and realize this is all part of the journey and things end. I am fortunate and eternally grateful to have wound up where I have,”
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Although it would be great to witness him back in the MCU, considering that his story came full circle that resulted in his iconic send-off, it’s reasonable to see why RDJ returning won’t be the best idea.
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.is available to stream on Disney Plus.
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Santanu Roy
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Santanu Roy is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on movies, with over 2,000 articles under his belt. He has been pursuing a degree in Animation and possesses a deep love for the medium of animation. Having spent the better part of the last two years pumping out articles for FW, Santanu excels at covering movie analysis and news surrounding Pixar, DCU, DreamWorks, and Batman’s cinematic legacy.With psychological thrillers and intimate slice-of-life dramas ranking among his favorite genres, Santanu is a big admirer of Luca Guadagnino, Shane Black, Park Chan-wook, and Brad Bird.
