Disney+ has recently released a newly edited trailer in honor of the 15th anniversary of the Iron Man movie franchise, which marked the dawn of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The Iron Man movie, featuring Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark, was the first project of Marvel Studios back in 2008.
Iron Man Trilogy Trailer Celebrates The Legacy Of Tony Stark
15 years of Marvel Studios' #IronMan, streaming on #DisneyPlus. 🙌 pic.twitter.com/AfygY0RYiT
— Disney+ (@DisneyPlus) May 2, 2023
The new trailer is a tribute to the Iron Man trilogy and features snippets from all three films. Disney+ posted the trailer on Twitter to celebrate 15 years of Iron Man, which premiered in theaters on May 2, 2008. The trailer showcases the iconic moments of Tony Stark’s journey, from his first flight in the Iron Man suit to his ultimate sacrifice in Avengers: Endgame.
Tony Stark’s Legacy Continues In The MCU
Despite Tony Stark’s demise in Avengers: Endgame, his legacy still lives on in the MCU. Don Cheadle’s War Machine and Dominique Thorne’s Riri Williams will continue to bring armored action to the MCU in their various future appearances, including the upcoming Armor Wars movie and Ironheart on Disney+.
In addition, Tony’s onetime protégé Peter Parker, also known as Spider-Man, will try to live up to the example set by his mentor in his future appearances. Although Tony Stark is no longer present in the MCU, his impact on the story and its characters will be felt for a long time to come.
Fans Still Long For Robert Downey Jr. As Iron Man
Robert Downey Jr.’s performance as Tony Stark has made a lasting impression on audiences, and his absence is still greatly felt among fans. Although Downey has mentioned that he misses playing the role, there has been no news of a comeback yet. However, his legacy as Iron Man and his contribution to the success of the MCU will never be forgotten.
Fifteen Years Of The MCU
The MCU has come a long way since the release of Iron Man in 2008. The franchise has expanded beyond the big screen and onto streaming services like Disney+. With numerous films, series, and specials on the horizon, the MCU shows no signs of slowing down. The 15th anniversary of the Iron Man movie franchise is a reminder of the incredible journey that Marvel Studios has taken fans on over the years.
