Tony Stark, a.k.a Iron Man, is one of the most beloved characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), brought to life by the charismatic Robert Downey Jr. His quick wit, a heart of gold, and penchant for snarky comments have gifted fans countless memorable quotes. Among these are motivational quips, humorous retorts, and emotionally charged statements that have resonated with audiences around the world. Here are 20 of the best Iron Man quotes from the MCU that capture Tony Stark’s essence:

1.”I am Iron Man.” –Iron Man(2008)

2.”I told you, I don’t want to join your super-secret boy band.” –Iron Man 2 (2010)

3.”Genius, billionaire, playboy, philanthropist.” –The Avengers (2012)

4.”We have a Hulk.” –The Avengers (2012)

5.”Sometimes you gotta run before you can walk.” –Iron Man (2008)

6.”If we can’t protect the Earth, you can be damned well sure we’ll avenge it.” –The Avengers (2012)

7.”I’m not afraid to hit an old man.” –Iron Man 3 (2013)

8.”J.A.R.V.I.S., you up?” –Iron Man 3 (2013)

9.”You come at me with an axe handle…” –Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)

10.”Part of the journey is the end.” –Avengers: Endgame (2019)

11.”We create our own demons.” –Iron Man 3 (2013)

12.”A hero? Like you? You’re a laboratory experiment, Rogers. Everything special about you came out of a bottle!” – The Avengers (2012)

13.”No amount of money ever bought a second of time.” –Avengers: Endgame (2019)

14.”I love you 3000.” –Avengers: Endgame (2019)

15.”Dads leave; no need to be such a pussy about it.” –Iron Man 3 (2013)

16.”That man is playing Galaga! Thought we wouldn’t notice, but we did.” –The Avengers (2012)

17.”‘Sometimes,’ he said ‘you gotta run before you can walk.'” –Pepper Potts quoting Tony Stark in her eulogy at his funeral – Avengers: Endgame(2019).

18.“Nothing’s been the same since New York.” –Tony Stark in Iron Man 3(2013).

19.“Threat is imminent and I have to protect the one thing that I can’t live without. That’s you.” to Pepper Potts -Iron Man 3(2013).

20.“You can take away my house, all my tricks and toys, but one thing you can’t take away… I am Iron Man.” -Iron Man 3(2013).

These quotes epitomize Tony Stark’s transformation from a self-centered arms dealer to a self-sacrificing hero who was always ready with a quip or a poignant reflection on life and heroism in the MCU.