Robert Downey Jr. stars as Tony Stark / Iron Man, with Gwyneth Paltrow as Pepper Potts and Terrence Howard as James ‘Rhodey’ Rhodes in Marvel’s 2008 origin film Iron Man.
Main cast
- Tony Stark / Iron ManRobert Downey Jr.Main
- Pepper PottsGwyneth PaltrowMain
- James ‘Rhodey’ RhodesTerrence HowardMain
- Obadiah Stane / Iron MongerJeff BridgesMain
- YinsenShaun ToubMain
Supporting cast
- Christine EverhartLeslie BibbSupp
- Harold ‘Happy’ HoganJon FavreauSupp
- Agent Phil CoulsonClark GreggSupp
- JARVIS (voice)Paul BettanySupp
- RazaFaran TahirSupp
- Abu BakaarSayed BadreyaSupp
Guest & voice
- Cameo as himselfStan LeeGuest
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About this cast
Iron Man (2008) is the first film of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, directed by Jon Favreau. It follows billionaire inventor Tony Stark, who builds a powered suit to escape captivity and becomes the superhero Iron Man. The main cast includes Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark, Gwyneth Paltrow as Pepper Potts, and Terrence Howard as Jim Rhodes.
FAQs
Who plays Tony Stark in Iron Man 1?
Robert Downey Jr. plays Tony Stark / Iron Man in Iron Man (2008).
Who plays Pepper Potts in Iron Man?
Gwyneth Paltrow plays Virginia ‘Pepper’ Potts, Tony Stark’s personal assistant and love interest.
Who is the main villain in Iron Man 1?
The main antagonist is Obadiah Stane, played by Jeff Bridges, who becomes the Iron Monger.
What is the first Iron Man film release year?
Iron Man was released in 2008, on May 2 in the United States and on May 1 in the United Kingdom.
Does Stan Lee appear in Iron Man?
Yes, Stan Lee has a cameo playing himself at a gala event, mistaken for Hugh Hefner.
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