Avengers: Age of Ultron, also directed by Joss Whedon, saw Tony Stark team up with his fellow Avengers to take down Ultron, an artificial intelligence created by Stark and Bruce Banner. The movie was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $1.4 billion worldwide, but also marked a turning point for Iron Man, as Tony Stark began to question his role in the world.

The Avengers, directed by Joss Whedon, brought together some of Marvel's most iconic heroes, including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, and the Hulk. The movie was a massive success, grossing over $1.5 billion worldwide and cementing Iron Man's status as a team player. The film also marked a significant shift in the MCU, as Tony Stark began to see himself as part of a larger universe.

The sequel, Iron Man 2, faced high expectations but received mixed reviews from critics. The movie explored Tony Stark's struggles with his identity and the weight of being a superhero, while also introducing Scarlett Johansson as Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow. Despite its flaws, the film still managed to gross over $623 million worldwide and set the stage for the larger MCU.