The cast of Iron Man 3

Iron Man is a 2013 American Superhero film based on the Marvel Characters of the same name. Shane Black directed the film. It is the seventh film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and it stars Robert Downey Jr., Gweneth Paltrow, Rebecca Hall, Guy Pearce, and Ben Kingsley. The film was a major box office success, earning $1.2 billion worldwide.

Who is in the cast of Iron Man 3?

Here is the cast of Iron Man 3:

Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark/Iron Man

Gweneth Paltrow as Pepper Potts

Rebecca Hall as Maya Henson

Guy Pearce as Aldrich Killian

Ben Kingsley as Trevor Slattery

Don Cheadle as James Rhodes/ War Machine

James Badge Dale as Savin

TY Simpkins as Harley

Let’s take a look at the cast in detail:

Robert Downey Jr.

Born in April 1965, Robert Downey Jr. is a renowned American actor and producer with an impressive filmography. Across his diverse roles, it is his portrayals of Tony Stark and Sherlock Holmes that have undoubtedly made the most impact.

Downey had a career-changing performance in 2008 as the snarky yet heroic Tony Stark in Iron Man, marking the beginning of his journey within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Over nine subsequent films, such as the Iron Man trilogy, The Avengers, and Avengers: Endgame, he brought Stark's complex character to life. Audiences embraced Downey's charismatic take on the billionaire superhero, cementing him as one of today's most beloved stars. Meanwhile, critics lauded his seamless blending of humor, intelligence, and bravado.

In addition to his MCU success, Downey captivated crowds with his modern take on Sherlock Holmes in 2009's blockbuster of the same name and its thrilling sequel, A Game of Shadows. Outside of the superhero realm, he impressed in dramas like The Judge and the historical biopic Oppenheimer.

Gwyneth Paltrow

Born in 1972, Gwyneth Paltrow has had quite a career in film, television, and business. Her big break came from starring in Emma, released in 1996. The following year, she received an Academy Award for her performance in Shakespeare In Love. Paltrow demonstrated her talent outside of dramatic roles, which led to an Emmy win for a guest appearance on the musical comedy Glee.

Alongside her success as an actress, Paltrow founded Goop in 2008. Originally intended as a simple newsletter, Goop has evolved into a multifaceted lifestyle brand. While some of its health and wellness claims remain unproven, Goop has found an engaged audience. Under Paltrow's leadership, it has grown enormously popular. Goop's growth is a testament to Paltrow's enduring influence across entertainment and entrepreneurship.

Guy Pearce

Guy Pearce, born on October 5, 1967, has established himself as a prominent figure in the film industry. He began his career by transitioning from television to Hollywood during the 1990s. He has appeared in a wide variety of films like Christopher Nolan’s Memento (2000), The Road (2009), The Hurt Locker (2009), Prometheus (2012), The King’s Speech (2010), Alien Covenant (2017) and Mary Queen of Scots (2018).

Rebecca Hall

Rebecca Hall is an English actress who was born in London on May 3, 1982. She made her on-screen debut at the age of 10 in the television adaptation of The Camomile Lawn. She got her breakthrough role in Christopher Nolan’s The Prestige (2006). She has worked in a variety of films like Vicky Christina Barcelona (2008), Frost/Nixon (2008), The Town (2010), The Awakening (2011), Iron Man 3 (2013), Transcendence (2014), The BFG(2016) and Godzilla V Kong (2021).

Ben Kingsley

Ben Kingsley is an English actor who was born on December 31, 1943, with a career that spans over 50 years. Kingsley’s most prominent role was as Mahatma Gandhi in Richard Attenborough's Gandhi (1982) which was highly acclaimed and earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor. He has since starred in a lot of films like Schindler’s List, Sexy Beast, House of Sand and Fog, Shutter Island, Iron Man 3, Hugo, and The Jungle Book.

Don Cheadle

Don Cheadle is an American actor who was born on November 29, 1964, and is best known for his portrayal of James Rhodes/ War Machine in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He has appeared in a wide variety of films like Rosewood (1997), Boogie Nights (1997), Out of Sight (1998), Traffic (2000), Ocean’s Trilogy (2001-2007) and Hotel Rwanda.