Iron Man (2008 film)

Iron Man is slated to be released May 2, 2008. To be directed by Jon Favreau, it is currently in pre-production while the writers continue to try to pen a draft. Storyboarding has already commenced. Favreau had stated that he intended to cast an unknown in the role of Anthony Stark aka Iron Man, with rumors in July 2006 linking him to former Angel and Close To Home actor Christian Kane. Favreau has also said that the plot itself will not so much deal with his personal problems (alcoholism) as much as the creation of his suit and the birth of Iron Man, much like Batman Begins and the Spider-Man franchise. He did however say that, if there would be a sequel(s), it would venture into those categories.

The budget is said to be above of 100 million. Filming is currently being set, although is may start as early as the beginning of next year.