Let me get this out of the way. I am not a huge Doctor Strange fan. I know the basics of the character but I never rushed out to pick up his comic or anything so tell me if I'm wrong in the comments.
I was watching the first Iron Man movie that came out in 2008. Before this I brushed up on my Doctor Strange just to make sure I was familar with the character with his movie being part of Phase Three in the future. So I was watching Iron Man and I noticed something very peculiar about the characters.
They're pretty similar.
I was talking with my friend and we were talking about who could play Doctor Strange and he said Robert Downey Jr. I was like "Yeah too bad he's Iron Man though." I think Marvel is trying on purpose to get away from the fact that comic book Doctor Strange and RDJ look extremely alike. I believe that's why Tom Hardy and Benedict Cumberbatch's names were listed as possibilities because they want a new spin on the character.
The similarities go beyond looks though. Their origins are very similar as well. Both were on top the world, kind of a dick to everyone then blah blah blah something happens and they become a selfless hero. I personally think alot of people (assuming they keep with Strange's origin) will feel like the first hour or so is just them rewatching Iron Man. I was just curious to see if anyone noticed this as well. Personally, I think they do need a new, more realistic spin on the character. Not too ealistic, I mean we're talking about a surgeon turned sorcerer here. But little things should be made more realistic. I hope they don't expect us to believe falling off a cliff in a car only injures your hands. Tweak small stuff like that.
Also, if they keep with this origin and don't change anything from the comics, should Marvel acknowledge it? I think that would be intresting to see RDJ share some quips with the actor who plays Strange about their similarities. Do you see what I mean? Or do you feel Strange and Stark no similarities or characteristics at all?
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