Iron Man 2

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Iron Man 2

PG-13

2010

2h 4m

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Adventure

Sci-Fi

Fantasy

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With the world now aware that he is Iron Man, billionaire inventor Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) faces pressure from all sides to share his technology with the military. He is reluctant to divulge the secrets of his armored suit, fearing the information will fall into the wrong hands. With Pepper Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow) and "Rhodey" Rhodes (Don Cheadle) by his side, Tony must forge new alliances and confront a powerful new enemy.

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Critics Consensus

It isn't quite the breath of fresh air that Iron Man was, but this sequel comes close with solid performances and an action-packed plot.

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Deborah Ross

The Spectator

Aug 30, 2018

If there were any new ideas, I failed to spot them, as did my bone marrow, which slept through most of it anyhow.

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Candice Frederick

Reel Talk Online

Sep 11, 2017

B+

I don't think the story was nearly as strong as that of The Dark Knight, but it sure was entertaining and surprisingly funny... and sets up The Avengers quite nicely.

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Nick Pinkerton

Village Voice

Apr 15, 2013

As for the actual grand finale, Downey Jr. and Cheadle seem like they're already network gaming the PS3 release instead of facing any actual threat, and Rourke goes out like a chump.

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Anushka Halve

Film Companion

Dec 11, 2023

This corridor fight sequence perfectly encapsulates the character's lethal efficiency, and adds a touch of flair to an already fantastic scene...

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

Sep 5, 2023

3/4

The most extraordinary aspect of Iron Man 2 is how it brings together the film’s seemingly unending string of subplots, tightly confined inside a mere 2-hour runtime, and makes the process feel effortless.

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Don Shanahan

Every Movie Has a Lesson

Sep 4, 2023

3/5

While it's not chapter-and-verse based on any comic story and takes a lot of liberties, "Iron Man 2" is an undeniably fun piece of comic and summer entertainment.

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Joseph F

@RT26657058 3 days ago

not a bad sequel. introduced a few new characters overall pretty solid, the end fight could’ve been a little better, but nothing to complain about.

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Robert P

@Superbad 5 days ago

Iron Man 2 = a *3 and 1/2* star movie

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Kacper W

@VorenSlarge Sep 3, 2026

Average but overhated It is a good movie overall, but nothing crazy. Definitely a downgrade compared to the original. However, I believe this movie is way overhated, especially considering all the Marvel slop post-Endgame. What I like is the amazing portrayal of Tony Stark's tech evolution. This brilliantly played by RDJ's character gives actual genius vibes.

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Jim C

@jcarvin Aug 26, 2026

Definitely not as good as the first movie, but the actors make it worth watching. I'd watch Sam Rockwell paint a wall!

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Kewnerr H

@Kewnerr Aug 13, 2026

The Stark Expo’s back and now that everyone knows That I’m a superhero and Hammer Tech blows My life is great, nothing can go wrong. Oh wait! Some Russian guy wants me to die. And so I killed him...okay I lied. The Russian went on to work for Hammer Tech I found a crossword puzzle on my neck And so I threw a party and I really party heartied until Rhodey came in. kicked my ass, and stole my suit. And now the Russian guy has drones and I’m pretty much all alone. Since Pepper abandoned me, Rhodey’s a War Machine My chest is killing me, so I invent... A new element. Shaped like a triangle . And then I killed that Russian guy.

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Landry T

@RT36204953 Aug 9, 2026

Good. Way better than 1 in my opinion lol. 8.8/10, really fun.

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Synopsis

With the world now aware that he is Iron Man, billionaire inventor Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) faces pressure from all sides to share his technology with the military. He is reluctant to divulge the secrets of his armored suit, fearing the information will fall into the wrong hands. With Pepper Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow) and "Rhodey" Rhodes (Don Cheadle) by his side, Tony must forge new alliances and confront a powerful new enemy.

Director: Jon Favreau
Producer: Kevin Feige
Screenwriter: Justin Theroux
Distributor: Paramount Pictures
Production Co: Marvel Studios
Rating: PG-13 (Some Language|Intense Sci-Fi Action|Violence)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 7, 2010, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): May 3, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA): $312.1M
Runtime: 2h 4m

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