The Saga Continues
Short answer: Iron Man 2, directed by Jon Favreau, was released in the U.S. on May 7, 2010, as the third film of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Robert Downey Jr. returned as Tony Stark, Scarlett Johansson debuted as Natasha Romanoff (Black Widow), and Don Cheadle took over the role of James Rhodes, who becomes War Machine. Mickey Rourke played the villain Ivan Vanko. The film earned about $624 million worldwide. The Reel is a review with clips; the opinions in it are the Reel's.
What should you know about The Saga Continues?
Quick facts. Each one stands alone and has a stable ID you can cite.
It opened on May 7, 2010.
Scarlett Johansson debuted as Black Widow.
Video transcript: The Saga Continues: Iron Man 2 Introduced Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow
Iron Man 2 didn't quite capture the magic of the first film, but it still had plenty to offer. Robert Downey Jr. continues to shine as Tony Stark, bringing his signature wit and charm. The introduction of Scarlett Johansson as Black Widow, and Don Cheadle taking over as War Machine were definite highlights. The film juggles multiple plotlines, which can feel a bit crowded, but it does a great job expanding the Marvel universe and setting up future films. Not the strongest entry, but it's entertaining and essential for the larger MCU narrative. NOW YOU KNOW!
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The write-up
Iron Man 2 introduced Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow. Don Cheadle replaced Terrence Howard as James Rhodes.
- Exhibit A
May 7, 2010
It opened on May 7, 2010.
- Exhibit B
Black Widow
Scarlett Johansson debuted as Black Widow.
- Exhibit C
War Machine
Don Cheadle played Rhodes.
- Exhibit D
Villain
Mickey Rourke played Ivan Vanko.
- Exhibit E
Box office
It earned about $624 million.
Questions people ask about The Saga Continues
When was Iron Man 2 released?
May 7.
Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (May 7, 2010) · Wikipedia: Iron Man 2
Who debuted as Black Widow?
Natasha Romanoff.
Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Black Widow) · Wikipedia: Iron Man 2
Who played Rhodes?
Replacing Howard.
Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (War Machine) · Wikipedia: Iron Man 2
Who played the villain?
Ivan Vanko.
Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Villain) · Wikipedia: Iron Man 2
What does Rhodes become?
In this film.
Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Box office) · Wikipedia: Iron Man 2
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When was Iron Man 2 released?
- 2010
- 2008
- 2011
- 2012
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Answer: A. 2010 May 7. Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (May 7, 2010) · Wikipedia: Iron Man 2
Who debuted as Black Widow?
- Scarlett Johansson
- Gwyneth Paltrow
- Natalie Portman
- Hayley Atwell
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Answer: A. Scarlett Johansson Natasha Romanoff. Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Black Widow) · Wikipedia: Iron Man 2
Who played Rhodes?
- Don Cheadle
- Terrence Howard
- Samuel L. Jackson
- Jon Favreau
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Answer: A. Don Cheadle Replacing Howard. Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (War Machine) · Wikipedia: Iron Man 2
Who played the villain?
- Mickey Rourke
- Jeff Bridges
- Tim Roth
- Hugo Weaving
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Answer: A. Mickey Rourke Ivan Vanko. Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Villain) · Wikipedia: Iron Man 2
What does Rhodes become?
- War Machine
- Iron Patriot only
- Falcon
- Vision
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Answer: A. War Machine In this film. Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Box office) · Wikipedia: Iron Man 2
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Easterling, Marcus. "The Saga Continues." The Detail Department (DetailEnjoyer), case file DD-245, last updated May 29, 2024. https://detailenjoyer.com/case/the-saga-continues/
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