Over the weekend, news broke that Robert Downey Jr. Return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Doctor Doom, arguably the biggest villain in comics. While people are still debating how exactly the actor behind the Marvel Universe’s most iconic heroes will return The most iconic bad guy——Another universe’s Tony Stark turning evil seems to be the inevitable route-Downey Jr.’s comeback also has a bigger struggle: his huge check.
according to typeIt was reported that Downey Jr.’s salary was “well over” $80 million. The figure was touted as a paycheck for the Russo brothers, returning directors on many of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s previous hits, including Avengers: Infinity War and End Game. While Downey Jr.’s exact salary has not been revealed, it’s not hard to imagine how much he will be paid based on the benefits he will receive in the deal, including but not limited to his own security detail. Prepared “trailer camp”.
Downey Jr. reportedly wouldn’t have signed on for these movies without the Russo brothers’ involvement, and it’s clear that he behaves like a thief in his make-out act. It’s also clear that the powers that be at Marvel are ready and willing to spend whatever money is necessary This troubled ship is the MCU.
The final years of the series were mired in controversy and relative failure. The “Multiverse Legends” Marvel has been trying to launch since around 2020 hasn’t been particularly fruitful for the company, and despite investing a lot of time and money in episodic Disney+ shows, which started out strong and then gradually declined. Several Marvel movies have also underperformed at the box office recently, forcing the studio to rethink its business model. And that’s not even mentioning the significant drop in visual quality of the series – which can be attributed to Marvel has a long history of mistreating its visual effects artists–as well as Jonathan Majors firedHe will play the main villain in the ongoing saga after being convicted of domestic abuse.
In short, Marvel is banking on hard Downey Jr. was asked to solve the problem, only to have the whole house thrown at him. Considering how much money he and the Russo brothers have made for Marvel (their most successful movie grossed nearly $3 billion), it’s not a particularly surprising move for Marvel to invest heavily in them. While his past roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe have been well-received, and the announcement of his return at San Diego Comic-Con was greeted with enthusiasm, many have begun to mock and criticize the actor’s dramatically inflated paycheck.
a reply To a discuss movies The Syndication News post claimed that “with his salary you could make an entire superhero movie.” Others joked how The movie may look cheap Considering how much of the budget has gone directly to Downey Jr. and the Russo family. Through jokes and criticism, some fans applause Downey Jr. used his influence at Marvel to negotiate the Russo brothers’ return and secure one ridiculous bag.
Of course, for the entertainment industry, this news comes at a terrible time. Video game actors are on strike now Fight for higher wages, better protection of artificial intelligence, and more. Meanwhile, Downey Jr. is raising enough money for two movies so he’ll never have to work again. Just last year, writers went on strike for similar protections and guarantees. one person claimed By comparison, they earned $12.50 an hour “working 70+ hours a week” black panther wakanda foreverand received only a meager raise to $14 in Marvel’s chaotic first installment. blade Production.
as a screenwriter said“, “I’m sorry but it’s crazy to spend that much money on someone when half the town has to pack up and leave because there are no jobs and they can’t afford to stay.
