I wasn't a comic book reader as a kid but I used to love cartoon from the 60's so I really anticipated this one. I thought Robert Downey Jr. was PERFECT for the role of Tony Stark and really carried the film. I typically am not a fan of Gwyneth Paltrow but she was great as Pepper Potts. I really liked the story, the effects, and hope that this wil be series for years to come!