The battle between Chris Evans’ Team Cap and Robert Downey Jr’s Team Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe Civil War still consistently stirs up passionate debates online. With each new release, the MCU seemed to lean towards one side or the other of the main discussion, fueling the fiery discussions. However, the studio added even more fuel to the fire with the release of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, sparking even more intense conversations among fans, contemplating if Iron Man was right all along.
Was Robert Downey Jr’s Iron Man Right All Along?
Indeed, the saying “with great power comes great responsibility” rings true. The stance taken by Robert Downey Jr.‘s portrayal of Iron Man in the Civil War over the years has ignited debates online. While Team Cap has its supporters, Team Iron Man has also attracted considerable attention. But, post-Doctor Strange 2, fans find themselves increasingly convinced that superpowers require some form of governance.
Similarly, proving that very stance, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, showcases Elizabeth Olsen’s Wanda as the primary ‘villain’. Ruthless and violent, she is prepared to eliminate anyone hindering her, regardless of the consequences and that is exactly the reason why fans think her to be overpowered. Wanda’s storyline is bound to create division among fans, especially for those who haven’t witnessed every MCU event shaping her character evolution.
In addition to that, after narrowly surviving an encounter in The Avengers, Tony Stark harbored a persistent fear of an impending extraterrestrial threat. He voiced these concerns in Iron Man 3 and Avengers: Age of Ultron, although his warnings were largely ignored. Despite the lack of support, Stark tirelessly worked to prepare Earth for the anticipated danger. In Avengers: Infinity War, his worries were turned into reality with the arrival of Thanos, proving his foresight in Civil War.
What Do the Fans Think?
Despite the opposition to the idea of overseeing heroes’ superpowers, numerous fans have shared their perspectives, taking into account Wanda’s current situation. People have expressed their practical viewpoints, acknowledging the complexity of the matter.
Recently on X (formerly known as Twitter), MyTimeToShineHello sparked a debate stating,
Do you think Tony Stark was right? (in Civil War) pic.twitter.com/RrJgOlIhOu
— MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) October 13, 2023
Yes super powered people would need regulation. Ignoring sovereign borders to kick ass is no me gusta
— Alex (@Brazil201) October 13, 2023
He was in support to sign ‘sokovia accords’ so they'll do their work smoothly rather than being in jail. So yes he was right.
— Satyam (@ssatyam_) October 13, 2023
yes, but the accords were wrong if that makes any sense lmaooo
— 𝐤𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧 🫡🌹🎃#TENHAGOUT (@hyper5onic) October 13, 2023
they were both written as correct (same as the central conflict in Wakanda Forever) however we are expected to gravitate towards the title character (Steve / Shuri)
there is no wrong opinion on the matter, both can be argued to the death— iván🐾 (@cIawdwolf) October 13, 2023
Yes he was
— J̶u̶l̶i̶o̶⚡️ (@ElytraFish) October 13, 2023
In the grand scheme of things, determining the rightness or wrongness of Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man’s views remains immeasurable. Each side presents their valid arguments, supported by their respective legion of followers. While Team Iron Man boasts substantial support, it’s essential to note that Team Cap also commands a strong following. The debate, therefore, thrives on the diversity of viewpoints, making it impossible to definitively articulate one side as superior to the other.
