Downey Jr. to suit up for 2 more ‘Avengers’ flicks

By Staff The Associated Press

Posted June 21, 2013 7:45 am

1 min read

If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us.

This article is more than 13 years old and some information may not be up to date.

Robert Downey Jr. in a scene from 'Iron Man 3.'. Handout

NEW YORK – Robert Downey Jr. has signed up for two more Avengers films.

Marvel announced Thursday that the actor will reprise his role as Iron Man/Tony Stark for The Avengers 2 and The Avengers 3. Downey Jr. has played the character in a trilogy of Iron Man movies, as well as the first superhero ensemble Avengers film, which made $2.7 billion worldwide.

Get breaking National news

Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.

By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Joss Whedon is to return as director of the next Avengers film. He is writing the screenplay now. Production is to begin in March, with a theatrical release in May 2015.

The 48-year-old actor had previously suggested Iron Man 3 might be his last spin in a stand-alone Iron Man film. Marvel’s announcement made no mention of an Iron Man 4 release.