Star Wars Actor Who Admitted Being Passed up for Iron Man for Robert Downey Jr is Reportedly in Talks to Play DC’s Green Lantern

Timothy Olyphant reflects on losing Iron Man to Robert Downey Jr. and now eyes the role of Green Lantern in DC’s universe.

Robert Downey Jr embodied the aura and charisma of Iron Man, one possibly can’t imagine anyone else playing the iconic Marvel character. The actor’s portrayal of Tony Stark set the benchmark for superhero performances and boosted him to global stardom.

Timothy Olyphant and Walton Goggins in Justified

However, only a few know that Timothy Olyphant, a famous face in Hollywood was also considered for the role. He missed the chance of being Iron Man on screen, but a new opportunity has presented itself for the actor, and it is equally exciting.

Timothy Olyphant Reflects On Losing Iron Man to Robert Downey Jr.

Timothy Olyphant in The Mandalorian

Timothy Olyphant is widely recognized for his roles as Cobb Vanth in The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett. The actor previously opened up about his experience of auditioning for the role of Tony Stark in the original 2008 Iron Man film. He appeared on The Playlist’s Binge-Worthy podcast and reflected upon the process and the emotions that followed.

I can only tell you that I remember thinking that was the first time where because I’m a bit of a slow learner and I think I was scared to death of the things that come with success in this business, but that was the time where I remember thinking, ‘Well, I can’t get any more grounded and so [auditioning for Iron Man] would be fun,’

He admitted that it was a bit daunting for him, given the scale and the production of the film, but despite his hesitation, the audition was a positive experience.

I think prior to that I was like, ‘Oh, I don’t want those kinds of problems.’ And I think part of that appeal was those conversations that I had with [Jon] Favreau – I just have a tremendous amount of respect for him and I just like the guy. He’s just a good dude.

Though he did not land that role, the director later cast him as Cobb Vanth, so it wasn’t a completely missed opportunity. While fans might speculate how he could’ve brought the character to life, the actor himself is content with the outcome.

From Cobb Vanth to Green Lantern: Timothy Olyphant’s Next Potential Leap

Timothy Olyphant in The Mandalorian

Olyphant’s journey through Hollywood has been marked by a variety of roles but his recent work in the Star Wars universe brought him the most recognition and fame. His portrayal of Cobb Vanth, who is the marshal of Mos Pelgo, made him a fan favorite and a critically acclaimed actor.

According to recent reports, Olyphant is currently in talks to play the role of Hal Jordan, also known as Green Lantern in the Lanterns series, so he might get another shot at playing a superhero. Moreover, the series is highly anticipated and a potential casting could be a career milestone for the actor.

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