Unveiling the Original Plan: Tony Stark's Fate in 'Avengers: Infinity War' Revealed by Russo Brothers
During a recent screening of “Captain America: Civil War”, directors Joe and Anthony Russo revealed a long-standing rumor about their original plans for “Avengers: Infinity War”. The rumor suggested that Thanos, played by Josh Brolin, was supposed to be killed by Tony Stark/Iron Man, portrayed by Robert Downey Jr., in the film's cliffhanger ending. However, this did not happen as Thanos emerged victorious in ‘Infinity War’ and carried out his devastating plan of wiping out half of the universe. It was only in ‘Avengers: Endgame’ that Tony Stark ultimately defeated Thanos.
Addressing a question at the screening, Joe Russo confirmed the change in the storyline regarding Thanos' fate in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The Russo brothers have been busy with reshoots for “Avengers: Doomsday” and are preparing to film “Avengers: Secret Wars”. Despite a poorly pixelated leaked clip from ‘Doomsday’ circulating on social media, it has been widely dismissed as a fake since Disney and Marvel have not taken any copyright action against it.
In conclusion, the Russo brothers' revelation about the original plan to have Tony Stark kill Thanos in “Avengers: Infinity War” sheds light on the creative decisions made during the development of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The leaked clip from ‘Doomsday’ may have caused a stir online, but its authenticity remains questionable without any official response from Disney and Marvel.