Marvel Pays BIG for Robert Downey Jr. And The Russo Brothers For New Avengers Movies

No Hugh or Ryan. No Spidermen. No Hulk, she or otherwise. No Chris Evans or Jeremy Renner. Surprisingly no other Antman cast and not surprisingly, no GotG cast

The cast might actually outdo Endgame. Unless, of course, if most of these characters only get 30-second cameos.

Lol, I feel like there's some spoilers in here for Thunderbolts at the very least.

On 7/31/2024 at 10:52 PM, since83 said:

For sure. Don't read my quote as upset at you or anything, definitely wasn't meant that way. But I'm sure your right. And that's what I'm afraid of. Doom not taking his mask off is so much part of his character, and he deserves the respect to the storytelling of the past decades. I don't think anyone can debate which Judge Dredd movie was better, and a big reason was the respect Urban showed by not taking off his helmet. I still cant get over Ghost having never revealed his face or name....ever, and then in the first few minutes of screen time taking off her helmet and saying, "hi I'm Ava Starr!"

Again, I can only cross my fingers that RDJ is committed enough to insist on not taking off the helmet, as it is part of his complex personality.

Don't worry, I didn't take it the wrong way.I agree with you and I really hope that RDJ doesn't take the mask off.

On 7/31/2024 at 12:49 PM, JohnF said:

The MCU has hardly cared about masks or helmets. I can see this Doom being unmasked for most of the time, which isn't what I prefer of course.

For sure. Don't read my quote as upset at you or anything, definitely wasn't meant that way. But I'm sure your right. And that's what I'm afraid of. Doom not taking his mask off is so much part of his character, and he deserves the respect to the storytelling of the past decades. I don't think anyone can debate which Judge Dredd movie was better, and a big reason was the respect Urban showed by not taking off his helmet. I still cant get over Ghost having never revealed his face or name....ever, and then in the first few minutes of screen time taking off her helmet and saying, "hi I'm Ava Starr!"

Again, I can only cross my fingers that RDJ is committed enough to insist on not taking off the helmet, as it is part of his complex personality.

On 7/31/2024 at 2:20 AM, since83 said:

Not if he keeps his mask on like he should!!!

The MCU has hardly cared about masks or helmets. I can see this Doom being unmasked for most of the time, which isn't what I prefer of course.

On 7/30/2024 at 6:12 PM, TheArrow said:

Would Dr. Doom jump on couches?Would RDJ's Doom stiff Luke Cage for $50??This..............this must be pondered......

Lol. Ah......the multiverse awaits endless possibilities.

RDJ helped start the MCU. He deserves the big payment. As long as his performance as Doom is delivered on a complex anti-villain level, and they dive into his Romani background. I will be satisfied.

This right here is a big reason for the negativity. The budget is already almost 100 million, and they haven't even started a script! The Marvels budget was a big part of what ensured it was a flop. It's a HUGE reason I'm worried about Cap 4. What is it at? 350 million after reshoots? How in the Hell is that thing gonna succeed?

Variety has reported that the agreements for "Avengers: Doomsday" and "Avengers: Secret Wars" have been finalized. Marvel has invested $80 million to secure the directorial services of Anthony and Joe Russo, in addition to a higher undisclosed sum to bring Robert Downey Jr. on board.

The contract for the Russo brothers does not include back-end compensation; however, it features performance escalators that activate upon reaching the $750 million and $1 billion revenue marks. Furthermore, the brothers will produce both films under their AGBO production company, representing a shift for Marvel, as the studio typically prefers to collaborate with in-house producers rather than external ones.

Downey will enjoy perks such as private jet travel, dedicated security, and a complete "trailer encampment" similar to Tony Stark's lavish lifestyle.