‘Iron Man 4’ Latest Rumors, News & Updates: No Hope For ‘Iron Man’ Sequel? Robert Downey Jr. Excited For Upcoming Movies ‘Sherlock Holmes 3’ And ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’

Is there no hope for "Iron Man 4?" Based the latest reports, Robert Downey Jr. may not be reprising his role as billionaire superhero Tony Stark in the much-anticipated "Iron Man" sequel to give way to his movies, "Sherlock Holmes 3" and "Spider-Man: Homecoming."

Why 'Iron Man 4' Has To Happen

Despite the reports that Robert Downey Jr. may not be reprising his role as Tony Stark, Movie Pilot shares the reason why "Iron Man 4" has to happen. According to the publication, it would be great if the upcoming "Iron Man" sequel will follow Pepper Potts as she becomes the badass superhero Rescue when she wore an armored suit designed by Stark for her in the comics.

"As the name suggests, Potts gets some serious agency when she's out there saving the world," Movie Pilot's Jack Carr wrote. "For a female character with such a presence in Iron Man's world, it feels like the logical next step that Rescue should come out to play, giving Pepper a chance to show her mettle outside of Stark Industries and the lab."

Mel Gibson To Direct 'Iron Man 4'?

As Robert Downey Jr. expressed his interest to doing more "Iron Man" films in the future, the 51-year-old "The Avengers" actor reportedly wanted veteran actor Mel Gibson to direct "Iron Man 4." In fact, "Iron Man 3" director Shane Black told Uproxx that he believes Downey Jr. wants Gibson to helm the next sequel.

No Hope For 'Iron Man 4'?

Meanwhile, many Marvel fans still want to see Robert Downey Jr. in "Iron Man 4." However, the sequel may take a backseat as he will be in "Sherlock Holmes 3" and "Spider-Man: Homecoming," which both may be happening this year, Collider confirms.

In spite of some scheduling issues between Downey Jr., Jude Law and Guy Ritchie, producer Joel Silver has confirmed that "Sherlock Holmes 3" production will be happening in the fall of 2016. The"Iron Man" star has also confirmed during the "Captain America: Civil War" press tour that he has already talked to Ritchie about the "Sherlock Holmes" sequel.

As for "Spider-Man: Homecoming," Robert Downey Jr. will also appear as Iron Man in the highly-anticipated reboot. Tom Holland, who debuted as the web slinger in "Civil War," will reprise his role for "Spider-Man: Homecoming," with Marisa Tomei, Zendaya, Tony Revolori and Laura Harrier joining the cast while Michael Keaton will take on the role of the villain, The Hollywood Reporter reports.

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