Release: May 7, 2010 | Director: Jon Favreau
Tony faces palladium poisoning while dealing with rival technology and the emergence of new threats.
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Multiple references to the Avengers Initiative appear throughout, setting up the next film.
Black Widow appears with detailed knowledge of each character that hints at her background.
A subtle visual reference to chemistry appears in Tony's workshop scenes.
Small details show Pepper becoming more than just an assistant, foreshadowing her later role.
Glimpses of future MCU technology appear in the background of the Expo scenes.
The shift from silver to black armor represents military control over the suit technology.
New information about Tony's father connects to Captain America: The First Avenger.
Longer scenes showing Tony's deterioration were cut for pacing. Available on Blu-ray.
An extended scene exploring Hammer's weapons program provides context for War Machine's creation.
Deleted romantic dialogue provides character development between Tony and Pepper.
Scene: Phil Coulson reports to Nick Fury about "something in New Mexico."
This leads directly into Thor, establishing the cosmic side of the MCU and Asgard's presence on Earth.