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Marvel’s Robert Downey Jr. Hates DC’s The Dark Knight – Is the Rivalry Real?

The actor went on to paint a very clear picture of which comic franchise he preferred.

Charlene BadasiebyCharlene Badasie
November 5, 2020
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Robert Downey Jr. Didn’t Really Care For The Dark Knight

Surprise surprise. Marvel’s Robert Downey Jr. didn’t really care for Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight movie. After his perfect portrayal of Tony Stark/Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe for just over a decade, Robert Downey Jr. left an indelible impression on the hearts and minds of fans the world over. But it wasn’t always that way…

  • Fans Upset With Robert Downey Jr.
  • F**K DC!

Fans Upset With Robert Downey Jr.

In the early days of the MCU, fans were a little unhappy with Robert Downey Jr. due to a few comments he made about another beloved movie franchise, The Dark Knight.

While Robert Downey Jr. was enjoying the success of the first Iron Man movie in 2008, he chatted to MovieHole about The Dark Knight because, since the two films opened within months of each other, comparisons were running rampant.

“My whole thing is that that I saw The Dark Knight. It’s like a Ferrari engine of storytelling and scriptwriting and I’m like, ‘That’s not my idea of what I want to see in a movie.’

“I didn’t understand it. Didn’t get it, still can’t tell you what happened in the movie, what happened to the character and in the end, they need him to be a bad guy. I’m like, ‘I get it. This is so high brow and so f–king smart, I clearly need a college education to understand this movie.’”

F**K DC!

According to Heath Ledger's sister, he was not only thrilled about playing The Joker in The Dark Knight, but planned to reprise the role.

In typical Downey Jr. style, he went on to paint a very clear picture of which comic franchise he preferred.

“You know what? F–k DC comics. That’s all I have to say and that’s where I’m really coming from. You know, you’re never too old to burn your bridges because I believe I have offended everyone. I think I’ve got a couple more. ‘I’ll burn that bridge when I come to it’ is my favourite phrase I’ve ever coined.”

While it’s rather unusual for an actor to go on record with such a harsh opinion, at the time, the comments were (obviously) made in jest. It’s highly doubtful that Robert Downey Jr. has destroyed any possible collaborations with DC Comics in the future because who doesn’t love him 3000?

Do you agree with Robert Downey Jr’s comments about The Dark Knight being overrated? Could Robert Downey Jr. and his iconic Iron Man return to the MCU? New rumours suggest that Hollywood superstar Robert Downey Jr will return to one of his most underrated films.

The Dark Knight

When the menace known as the Joker wreaks havoc and chaos on the people of Gotham, Batman, James Gordon and Harvey Dent must work together to put an end to the madness.

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Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures, Legendary Pictures, Syncopy
Running Time: 152 minutes
Release Date: July 25, 2008
Cast: Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Heath Ledger, Gary Oldman, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Morgan Freeman
Director: Christopher Nolan
Writers: Jonathan Nolan, Christopher Nolan, David S. Goyer
Genre: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller, Superhero
Box Office: $1.006 billion
Tags: BatmanDC NewsMovie NewsRobert Downey Jr.Superhero Movies
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About the Author: Charlene Badasie

Charlene is an advocate of individuality and a firm believer in pancakes for dinner. She writes in pencil and pop culture references.

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  1. EdBrubakery says:
    9 months ago

    Funny he won an oscar with that same dude who made The Dark Knight! And this time, I’m in his shoes ’cause I really didn’t get Oppenheimer. I need to watch it again. Nolan’s movies require full concentration while watching. It’s subtle.

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  2. Bruce wayne says:
    9 months ago

    I smell jealously

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