Kevin Feige Explains Hugh Jackman’s Return to Wolverine Is Proof Robert Downey Jr. Can Return as Iron Man

Since Robert Downey Jr.Iron Man died saving the universe in Avengers: EndgameFans feared that Marvel would bring him back, ruining his legacy in the MCU.

Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige hasn’t ruled out the possibility of bringing Downey Jr. back as Tony Stark, and even believes that Hugh Jackman’s return as Wolverine is proof that it’s possible.

During an interview with DiscussingFilm, Feige was asked about the possibility of Downey Jr. and Chris Evans returning to the MCU.

Feige explained: “That’s the key, right? How do you do it in a way that maintains what came before, and in a great way? And we’ve spent, you know, the last two years or so figuring that out for Wolverine.”

He continued: “So what happens? We’ll see. We’re just proud that we’ve figured out, I think, how it works for Wolverine. I think Hugh’s look and the lead role in [‘Deadpool & Wolverine’] It’s a very good sign that it can be done, if you pay close attention.”

Speaking previously about Iron Man’s death and Jackman’s return, Feige said, “We’re going to hold onto that moment and never touch it again,” Feige said at the time of Iron Man’s death. “We’ve worked hard for many years to get to this, and we would never want to magically undo it in any way.”

As for what Downey Jr. thinks of all this, he said, “It’s just insanely in my DNA. Probably the most similar character to me that I’ve ever played, even though he’s a lot cooler than me. I’ve become surprisingly open to the idea.”

He added: “That role chose me. And look, I always say, ‘Never, ever bet against Kevin Feige.’ It’s a losing bet. He’s the house. He’ll always win.”

When it comes to these Marvel movies, we’ve learned that anything is possible. If they ever bring Downey Jr. or Evans back into the fold, it should be for something spectacular!