Robert Downey Jr. On Why He Loves Playing Iron Man

Robert Downey Jr. talks about his love for Iron Man and what it was like filming the original Iron Man movie. Let me know what you all think in the comments down below, like & sub for more!!

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[CantinaTalkSW]

Do you think RDJ enjoyed the molding process?? lmaooo

[jamesteegardner]

RDJ thought he lost everything when he was going through his very public issues, and now that he's through the rabbit hole he's just so grateful to be alive, healthy, and still able to get a King's ransom for doing the very thing he loves to do for a living. The reason he's so good is because that gratefulness and love for his craft definitely translates well for him on the big screen.

[natevirtual]

Jon Favreau had a lot of faith in him. I'm happy for both of them

[Stevie]

He went from a late night joke to a gigantic star from that movie. It was cool to see him turn it around

[sixinthehead]

I like that Jon Favreau has the same respect and pride for Robert Downey Jr as happy does for tony stark it makes that relationship twice as genuine on screen

[Idkyt]

If you look at all the like comic books and stuff, Robert Downey Jr. is literally the best pic they ever made for a superhero. He looks exactly like him.

[TruthJuice]

Been watching his movies since I was a kid glad he made a comeback. The guy is a very entertaining actor.

[TheKXperience]

It's almost like they casted a brilliant, charismatic, young playboy with addiction issues, gradually beating both the odds and his addiction to become a beloved public figure that inspires millions... to play the role of a brilliant, charismatic, young playboy with addiction issues, gradually beating both the odds and his addiction to become a beloved public figure that inspires millions

[OfficiallyGuChi]

This is the rdj that came back from the brink of death. Addicted to heroin.. overcame and conquered heroin addiction.. the rest is history. Best iron man ever. They shud leave rdj iron man legacy alone.

[kcrang]

I can never see anybody else playing ironman. He was absolutely perfect for the roll

[jokyjesu]

Just watching this, his personality naturally fits well into the role

[theoutlook]

That's the day we knew it would be okay too.
Naw, I'm just playing, no one knew for sure at the time, but we sure know now.

[KaoticKwan]

Best casting choice of the last 2 decades. Possibly ever tbh

[Acky]

There is NO iron man without RDJ NOBODY ELSE COULD PLAY THE ROLE BETTER THAN RDJ. ❤

[omidasgarihadad]

There is a dent in his chest😮
The dedication from wearing the suit!!
Well played sir.❤

[jdhi]

I fucking love this man. Favorite actor ever. Love his energy.

[VNow]

It's rare to have an opportunity to redeem yourself.

And it shows character to take that opportunity seriously.

[Therickestrick-og]

Glad he did this character and Sherlock Holmes

[xali.s]

The MCU was born with this casting, and it died with it too

[dctweet]

RDJ is one of my favorite actors if not thee favorite. He came back from addiction to become an avenger and more!