Iron Man

Theatrical - Wide 2008-05-02

Cast Robert Downey Jr. Terrence Howard Jeff Bridges Gwyneth Paltrow
Directed by Jon Favreau
Written by Arthur Marcum Matthew Hollaway

Genres: Action

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7/10

Synopsis

Based upon Marvel’s iconic Super Hero, IRON MAN tells the story of Tony Stark, a billionaire industrialist and genius inventor who is kidnapped and forced to build a devastating weapon. Instead, using his intelligence and ingenuity, Tony builds a high-tech suit... See more of armor and escapes captivity. Upon his return to America, Tony must come to terms with his past. When he uncovers a nefarious plot with global implications, he dons his powerful armor and vows to protect the world as Iron Man.

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