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Apr 3, 2024 · Terrence Howard reportedly left War Machine due to a salary dispute, not returning despite initial intentions for a sequel appearance. Don Cheadle took over the role in Iron Man 2 and has since established himself as the definitive War Machine actor in the MCU.
Apr 9, 2024 · Terrence Howard was initially intended to continue playing James Rhodes/War Machine in the Marvel Cinematic Universe but was replaced by Don Cheadle in Iron Man 2. Howard's departure from the role was partly due to a significant decrease in pay, which created tension between him and Robert Downey Jr.
May 7, 2021 · Before Don Cheadle was James Rhodes, aka War Machine, in the MCU, Terrence Howard played him. Here's how Howard feels about Cheadle replacing him.
Jul 2, 2023 · Terrence Howard was replaced by Don Cheadle for Iron Man 2, and it involves some shady salary negotiations, but the true reasons behind them are unclear. × NEWS
Jun 8, 2021 · Terrence Howard explained in 2013 why he didn't return as Rhodey in 'Iron Man 2,' and why War Machine was recast with Don Cheadle in the MCU.
Mar 15, 2024 · When it came time to make Iron Man 2, it was Don Cheadle in the War Machine suit, not Terrence Howard, the first in a long line of MCU recasts.
Jan 6, 2023 · Don Cheadle clarifies how Iron Man 2 recast Terrence Howard's Rhodey/War Machine with him. Howard was part of the original Iron Man cast, alongside Robert Downey Jr. and Gwyneth Paltrow.
Mar 9, 2024 · In fact, he was originally signed for a three-picture deal that would've seen him suit up as War Machine in other MCU projects (and, apparently, even take over the lead in Iron Man 2 )....
Dec 14, 2023 · Cheadle Defines War Machine in the MCU. Cheadle didn’t just fill Howard’s shoes; he redefined them. His portrayal of War Machine resonated with audiences and became integral to the...
Jan 6, 2023 · However, Cheadle wasn't the original War Machine, as the first "Iron Man" featured Terrence Howard in the role, with Cheadle taking over starting with 2010's "Iron Man 2." The recast...