While Iron Man may no longer be in the spotlight, fans of Marvel can look forward to the upcoming series based on the comic book arc ‘Ironheart’. The show will center around the character Riri Williams, a young genius introduced in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
Ironheart is set to join the lineup of Marvel Disney originals, which includes popular titles like Agatha All Along and Daredevil: Born Again. Read on to find out more about this exciting new series.
Ironheart release date
Marvel has confirmed that Ironheart is scheduled for a release in 2025, with a tentative date of 3 September 2025 according to a US copyright office filing. Originally planned for Fall 2023 as part of Phase 5, the series faced delays due to project reshuffling.
The series is expected to consist of six episodes in total.
Cast and crew of Ironheart
The cast of Ironheart includes Dominique Thorne as Riri Williams, Anthony Ramos as Parker Robbins/The Hood, and Lyric Ross in an undisclosed role speculated to be Riri’s best friend. Additionally, Sacha Baron Cohen and Alden Ehrenreich have joined the cast in mysterious roles.
Chinaka Hodge will serve as the head writer, with Ryan Coogler as an executive producer.
What will Ironheart be about?
Ironheart will introduce Riri Williams, a young genius who creates her own suit of armor reminiscent of Tony Stark’s. In the MCU, Riri’s journey into the world of superheroes begins in Wakanda, where she builds a suit from vibranium under the guidance of Shuri and Okoye.
As Riri navigates her newfound abilities and connections, she must work on creating a new suit while facing challenges and adversaries along the way.
The show is expected to explore Riri’s character in depth, showcasing her growth and development as a superhero.
How to watch Ironheart
Ironheart will be available exclusively on Disney+, making it accessible to subscribers of the streaming platform. Disney+ offers a wide range of Marvel content, Star Wars shows and films, as well as other popular titles.
To watch Ironheart, you can sign up for a Disney+ account on their website with subscription options starting from $7.99/£7.99 per month or $109.99/£79.90 per year.
