Iron Man
Anthony "Tony" Edward Stark, AKA Iron Man, is a Marvel Comics superhero who has enjoyed several years of the spotlight and has become a mainstay in several Marvel media franchises. After suffering a critical injury, Tony creates a specialized armored suit powered by an arc reactor, which keeps him alive. Egotistical but good-hearted, Tony utilizes his super intellect and inventions to fight to protect humanity from various threats, eventually becoming a founding member of the Avengers. In 2008, the Marvel Cinematic Universe was kicked off with the film Iron Man, which starred Robert Downey Jr. as the superhero.
Iron Man
- NAME
- Anthony Edward "Tony" Stark
- Alias
- Iron Man
- FIRST APP
- "Tales of Suspense" #39 (1963)
- Created By
- Steve Ditko , Jack Kirby , Stan Lee , Don Heck , Larry Lieber
- POWERS
- Genius intellect, armor providing flight, hacking, superhuman strength, reflexes, and durability.
- TEAM
- The Avengers
- RELATIONSHIPS
- Jude (biological father), Amanda Armstrong (biological mother), Howard Stark (adoptive father), Maria Stark (adoptive mother), Arno Stark (brother)
- HISTORY
- Famous to the world as a genius billionaire playboy philanthropist, Anthony "Tony" Stark has seen as many transformations, rebirths, and updates as his iconic suits of armor. The adopted son of industrialist (and weapons manufacturer) Howard Stark, Tony became the head of the empire with his parents' untimely death... leading to his capture by terrorists overseas. Creating a suit of powered armor to escape, Tony used his newfound tech to begin a career as Iron Man, devoting his life to dismantling the weapons and villainy he unknowingly spread around the globe. Whether as a hero, an Avenger, a member of the Illuminati, or the Director of S.H.I.E.L.D., Tony Stark has been at the heart of nearly every event to shape the Marvel Universe.
- Franchise
- Marvel
- Age
- 53 (In MCU)
- Height
- 6'1"
- Video Games
- LEGO Marvel's Avengers , Marvel's Avengers
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Iron Man's New Codename Proves His Armor Is Evolving Like Never Before
Tony's new identity, as the Mysterium Man, will finally debut in Invincible Iron Man #16, as Stark takes the war against Orchis directly to Feilong.
What If...? (2021)
Marvel Subtly Reveals Another Avenger Could Have Survived Iron Man's Endgame Snap
A dynamic hero in the MCU's multiverse has provided strong evidence that another Avenger could have survived Iron Man's snap in Endgame.
Iron Man MCU vs Marvel Comics: 5 Biggest Changes To RDJ's Tony Stark Explained
The Iron Man depicted in the MCU wasn't entirely faithful to the comic book character of the same name, but the changes can be easily explained.
Miles Morales' Spider-Man Can Disable Iron Man's Armor with One Punch
Iron Man is one of the most technologically advanced characters in comic books, which is why it's surprising Miles can take him down with one punch.
Tony Stark Canonically Spent the Time Between Iron Man 1 & 2 Fighting Shang-Chi's Father
In between the events of the MCU’s Iron Man and Iron Man 2, Tony Stark spent his time taking down the Ten Rings led by the REAL Mandarin.
10 Harsh Realities Of Rewatching Iron Man's 10 MCU Appearances 4 Years After His Death
Revisiting Iron Man's MCU story years after his death highlights a few unpleasant realities regarding both the hero and the wider franchise.
Iron Man Debuts His Ultimate Suit - Immune to Magic & Captain Marvel-Level Strength
The cover for Invincible Iron Man #16, from artist Kael Ngu, reveals Tony's much anticipated new mysterium armor, designed by artist Pepe Larraz.
Carnage Became the Ultimate Symbiote by Using Tony Stark's Company as a Host
Carnage is one of Marvel's most dangerous symbiotes, and Cletus Kasady took this to the next level by using Tony Stark's company as a host.
10 Most Fan-Pleasing Iron Man Movie Moments Ever
As one of the most popular characters in the MCU, Iron Man has enjoyed plenty of moments that thoroughly thrilled, entertained, and pleased fans.
Emma Frost Has Perfected Iron Man and Captain America's Classic Combo Attack
Forget about reflecting a repulsor blast with a vibranium shield - Emma Frost is able to refract Iron Man's beams throughout her entire body.
Iron Man’s MCU Replacement Perfectly Inverts Tony Stark’s Iconic Origin Story
One current MCU character is Iron Man’s most obvious successor, and their origin story cleverly inverts Iron Man’s, distinguishing their character.
Tom Cruise Replaces RDJ As Iron Man In Stunning 90s Avengers MCU Art
Tom Cruise did not play Iron Man in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, but a gorgeous 90s Avengers art makes him the perfect Tony Stark.
Marvel Already Proved They Can Bring Back RDJ's Iron Man, Without Undoing Endgame's Ending
The MCU could copy another movie’s clever trick to revive Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man without undermining his perfect Avengers: Endgame conclusion.
Iron Man's X-Men Era Will Be Defined By His Team-Up With 1 Mutant (Who Hates Him)
There is one long-time mutant character who should prove essential to Iron Man's current X-Men era –but he is on record as hating Tony Stark.
Starfox: Harry Styles' MCU Hero Returns to Marvel Canon with New Link to Tony Stark
With his money gone and everything going wrong, Iron Man is teaming up with the Eternals’ most controversial member Starfox for a mission into space.
Robert Downey Jr.'s Blunt Response To If He’s Anything Like Tony Stark In Real Life
Marvel Cinematic Universe Iron Man actor Robert Downey Jr. has a direct answer to the question if he is similar to Tony Stark in his personal life.
Kevin Feige Is Right, Robert Downey Jr's MCU Return Would Ruin Endgame
Recent rumors have suggested the MCU's original Avengers may return, but Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige has rightfully put this speculation to rest.
Iron Man's First Addiction Wasn't Alcohol, & It Explains Why He Hates His New Enemy
Iron Man infamously has a history with alcohol addiction, but as it turns out, drinking is still not the addiction that truly haunts him to this day.
Iron Man's Ex Just Became Marvel's New Most Dangerous Villain
As Marvel's Gang War begins, a surprising face reveals that they've been pulling everyone's strings all along, and they're ready to take over.
Handmade Iron Man Cosplay Recreates Tony Stark's Armor Using Only Aluminum
Iron Man has lots of different armors to help him battle criminals, with a new Marvel cosplay bringing his "suitcase" armor to life in aluminum form!