In this 2008 film directed by Jon Favreau, a wealthy industrialist and genius inventor is captured by terrorists and forced to build a devastating weapon. Instead, he creates a high-tech suit of armor to escape and ultimately transforms into a superhero. The movie stars Robert Downey Jr. in a career-defining role, alongside Gwyneth Paltrow and Jeff Bridges. It is notable for launching the Marvel Cinematic Universe and received critical acclaim for its engaging story and special effects. For those interested, it can be viewed on 123Movies / Movies123 for free.