Robert Downey Jr. has been in the film industry since childhood. Later he faced issues with drug addiction, which caused him to step away from the industry for a long time. His career experienced a renaissance after 2001, when he started taking on supporting roles in successful films. In 2008, he earned his first Oscar nomination for his performance in Tropic Thunder. That same year, he began portraying the iconic role of Tony Stark/Iron Man in Marvel's blockbuster Iron Man, a role he continued for the next 11 years. Beyond this, Robert Downey Jr. has an impressive array of other roles to his name. We’ve put together a collection of 10 must-see films featuring the actor.
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- Oppenheimer
- Sherlock Holmes 3
- Sr.
- Dolittle
- Avengers: Endgame
- Avengers: Infinity War
- Spider-Man: Homecoming
- Captain America: Civil War
- Avengers: Age of Ultron
- The Judge
Oppenheimer
IMDb: 8.3/10
2023, Biography, Drama, History
USA, UK, R
Director: Christopher Nolan
Top cast: Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon
The Oscar-winning film narrates the life of American theoretical physicist Robert Oppenheimer, head of the Manhattan Project during World War II-a secret organization-scientific effort seeking to create nuclear weapons.
Sherlock Holmes 3
2024, Mystery, Thriller, Adventure
USA, PG-13
Director: Dexter Fletcher
Top cast: Robert Downey Jr., Jude Law, Jared Harris
In Sherlock Holmes 3, Robert Downey Jr. did not just stop at one of the main roles but was also among the producers of the film. He also claimed this third installment would be extended with a new detective cinematic universe featuring characters from the trilogy, in addition to the ones by Arthur Conan Doyle. This time, Sherlock Holmes is dealing with another mysterious case; details are not given yet because filming is still ongoing.
Sr.
IMDb: 7.2/10
2022, Documentary, Biography
USA, PG-13
Director: Chris Smith
Top cast: Robert Downey Sr., Zaina Ali, Paul Thomas Anderson
Robert Downey Jr.'s father, Robert Downey Sr., was one of the leading independent directors of the 1960s. This film profiles his creative work and the complicated relationship with his son, Robert Downey Jr., who also produced the film.
Dolittle
IMDb: 5.6/10
2020, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy
USA, China, UK, PG
Director: Stephen Gaghan
Top cast: Robert Downey Jr., Antonio Banderas, Michael Sheen
Dr. Dolittle is a veterinarian in Victorian England with a unique ability to communicate with animals. Since his wife’s death, he has lived an isolated life surrounded only by rare animals. It was a life he could have easily continued forever. That is, until one day when a young queen’s life hangs in the balance, and there is only one who can save her: Dolittle. He embarks on a fantastic voyage to a mythical island in search of a cure, finding en route lots of new and fantastic creatures.
Avengers: Endgame
IMDb: 8.4/10
2019, Action, Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi
USA, PG-13
Director: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
Top cast: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo
The Avengers: Endgame is surely one of the most awaited successes in the world of modern cinema. The remaining Avengers and their allies must formulate a new plan to go against the destructive actions of the mighty titan Thanos. After the biggest and most tragic fight in history, they can’t afford a single mistake.
Avengers: Infinity War
IMDb: 8.4/10
2018, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
USA, PG-13
Director: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
Top cast: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo
The Avengers must confront a new threat to humanity — Thanos. This intergalactic tyrant is determined to collect all six Infinity Stones, powerful artifacts that grant him the ability to alter reality at will. Everything the Avengers have faced so far has led to this moment, and the fate of Earth has never been more uncertain.
Spider-Man: Homecoming
IMDb: 7.4/10
2017, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
USA, PG-13
Director: Jon Watts
Top cast: Tom Holland, Michael Keaton, Robert Downey Jr.
In Spider-Man: Homecoming, Robert Downey Jr. returns as Tony Stark. Peter Parker has met the Avengers for the first time. But, in addition to Aunt May, he now has his mentor, Tony Stark, keeping an eye on him. This experienced teacher proves invaluable to Spider-Man. When the new villain Vulture threatens to destroy everything Peter holds dear, he must demonstrate who the real superhero is.
Captain America: Civil War
IMDb: 7.8/10
2016, Action, Sci-Fi
USA, PG-13
Director: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
Top cast: Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson
The Avengers have become involved in a destructive incident of international significance. In response, the government seeks to regulate the actions of superheroes. While the Avengers are unhappy with it, Tony Stark believes in the importance of a new agreement and steps forward to lead the heroes who support him. This ultimately results in an inevitable rift within the Avengers and a conflict between the factions. As they battle each other, they remain unaware that the mysterious Baron Zemo is already devising his own plans, exploiting the division among Earth's greatest heroes.
Avengers: Age of Ultron
IMDb: 7.3/10
2015, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
USA, PG-13
Director: Joss Whedon
Top cast: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo
Humanity is once again on the brink of destruction. This time, the threat comes from Ultron — an AI originally created to protect Earth from danger. However, Ultron has deemed humanity itself the greatest threat. The international organization S.H.I.E.L.D. has collapsed, and the world is unable to cope with such a powerful enemy, so people once again turn to Earth's Mightiest Heroes — the Avengers — for help. Yet, Ultron is incredibly strong, and there’s a significant chance that even the Avengers won’t be able to stop the impending Age of Ultron, where there will be no place for humanity.
The Judge
IMDb: 7.4/10
2014, Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
USA, R
Director: David Dobkin
Top cast: Robert Downey Jr., Robert Duvall, Vera Farmiga
A successful lawyer returns to his hometown for his mother's funeral, only to discover that his father, a city judge, is suspected of murder. Determined to uncover the truth, he gradually reconnects with relatives he hasn’t spoken to in years.
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