Is Iron Man 4 coming?

As of now, there has been no official confirmation of Iron Man 4 being in development, and it seems unlikely for the immediate future. Here's why:

1. Tony Stark's Story in the MCU

• End of Tony Stark’s Arc: In "Avengers: Endgame" (2019), Tony Stark (Iron Man) undergoes a major character arc and ultimately sacrifices himself to save the universe. His death was a significant part of the conclusion of the Infinity Saga.
• Robert Downey Jr.'s Departure: Robert Downey Jr. has stated in interviews that he feels his time as Tony Stark/Iron Man has come to an end. His portrayal of Iron Man concluded with "Endgame," which wrapped up his character's journey in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

2. Marvel's Shift in Focus

• New Heroes: After "Endgame," the MCU has been focusing on introducing new characters and expanding the universe with heroes like Shang-Chi, Spider-Man, Doctor Strange, and Captain Marvel. Marvel has been setting up the next era of storytelling, with new story arcs like Secret Invasion, Multiverse Saga, and Young Avengers.
• Ironheart: Marvel is introducing Riri Williams/Ironheart, a young genius who creates her own version of the Iron Man suit. Riri Williams is set to appear in "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" (2022) and will have her own Disney+ series, which may carry on the legacy of Iron Man in a new way.

3. Possible Cameo Appearances

• Tony Stark's Legacy: While a standalone Iron Man 4 may not happen, there could still be room for Tony Stark’s legacy to be explored in the MCU through cameo appearances or flashbacks. Robert Downey Jr. might reprise his role as Tony Stark in some capacity, like in the "What If...?" animated series, or potentially in future films involving the Multiverse (like Doctor Strange 2, or Avengers: Secret Wars).
• AI Version of Tony Stark: Tony Stark’s AI, J.A.R.V.I.S. (later Vision), might be referenced, or an AI version of Stark could make an appearance in future MCU films, which would allow for the character to live on in some form.

4. Iron Man's Impact in the MCU

• Enduring Legacy: Even without an Iron Man solo film, Tony Stark's impact on the MCU will continue to be felt through the next generation of heroes like Ironheart (Riri Williams), War Machine (James Rhodes), and other characters he mentored or inspired.

Iron Man 4 in the Comics

• While there's no Iron Man 4 movie planned, there are plenty of Iron Man comics still being published, exploring new adventures of Tony Stark and other characters who wear the mantle. The MCU often draws inspiration from the comics, so we might see new versions of Iron Man in future films that are inspired by those comic storylines.

Conclusion

As of now, Iron Man 4 isn’t in development, largely due to the conclusion of Tony Stark’s story in Avengers: Endgame and the MCU's focus on new characters and stories. However, Tony Stark’s legacy could live on in other MCU projects, especially with characters like Ironheart stepping into the spotlight.

If you're looking for more of Iron Man’s legacy or future stories that involve him, you may want to look out for upcoming MCU films and Disney+ series, where his impact will continue to be explored.