Robert Downey Jr.'s Journey to Success: From Fan to Icon

TLDRRobert Downey Jr. shares the highlights of his career in just 30 seconds, from aspiring to be like Peter O'Toole to becoming a beloved figure in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He credits his success to the influence of British cinema and the support of his wife Susan Downey.

Key insights

🌟Robert Downey Jr.'s career has been marked by working with renowned actors and directors, including Richard Attenborough, Anthony Hopkins, Guy Ritchie, and Chris Nolan.

🎥Through his roles in big Hollywood movies, Downey Jr. learned how to make successful films with a British touch, blending action and sophistication.

💥Playing Tony Stark/Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe for 12 years solidified Downey Jr.'s place as an icon of superhero films.

🎞️Chris Nolan's suggestion to take on a more understated approach in film roles was an attempt to revive Downey Jr.'s dwindling credibility.

🏆Downey Jr. attributes his success to the exceptional year he had, the collaboration with talented individuals, and the influence of British cinema.

Q&A

Who has Robert Downey Jr. worked with throughout his career?

Robert Downey Jr. has worked with renowned actors and directors such as Richard Attenborough, Anthony Hopkins, Guy Ritchie, and Chris Nolan.

What did Downey Jr. learn from working on big Hollywood movies?

Working on big Hollywood movies taught Downey Jr. how to create successful films that combine action and sophistication, with a British touch.

Which role solidified Downey Jr.'s status as a superhero film icon?

Playing Tony Stark/Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe for 12 years made Downey Jr. an iconic figure in the superhero genre.

Why did Downey Jr. attempt a more understated approach in his recent roles?

Chris Nolan suggested the understated approach as a last-ditch effort to revive Downey Jr.'s dwindling credibility.

What does Downey Jr. credit his success to?

Downey Jr. attributes his success to the exceptional year he had, the collaboration with talented individuals, and the influence of British cinema.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Robert Downey Jr. expresses his gratitude to Robert De Niro.

00:03He reflects on his career and shares the highlights of his life in just 30 seconds.

00:10Downey Jr. talks about his aspirations to be like Peter O'Toole at the age of 15.

00:23He notes his work with Richard Attenborough and Anthony Hopkins at the age of 25.

00:28At the age of 35, Downey Jr. realized why Richard Attenborough was a better role model for him than Peter O'Toole.

00:36He mentions his collaboration with Guy Ritchie and learning how to make big Hollywood movies with a British touch.

00:46Playing Tony Stark/Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe for 12 years is a significant milestone in Downey Jr.'s career.

00:54Chris Nolan suggested an understated approach in Downey Jr.'s recent roles to revive his credibility.