In many ways, Rhodey's crippling injury and the Avengers' ongoing civil war provided the Skrulls an easy opportunity to replace not just a superhero, but a high-ranking colonel and important figure in US politics.

Why did they replace Rhodey?

Terrence Howard was initially intended to continue playing James Rhodes/War Machine in the Marvel Cinematic Universe but was replaced by Don Cheadle in Iron Man 2. Howard's departure from the role was partly due to a significant decrease in pay, which created tension between him and Robert Downey Jr.

Why is Rhodey a Skrull?

Theories suggest that Rhodey was replaced by a Skrull either after Captain America: Civil War, before Avengers: Endgame, or just before Secret Invasion. The timing of Rhodey's replacement has significant consequences for various key moments in the MCU, impacting the emotional weight and plot developments.

How long was Rhodey a Skrull for?

Some speculated that he had been held hostage for nine or ten years, depending on whether the Secret Invasion occurred in 2025 or 2026. This revelation added another layer of complication to the already intricate narrative and shocked viewers at the Skrulls' forethought and the seriousness of their invasion intentions.

Who was replaced by a Skrull?

CWGST implies that Rhodey was indeed replaced by a Skrull post Civil War.

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Which Avenger was a Skrull?

After teasing for three episodes, Secret Invasion has revealed Don Cheadle's Rhodey is a Skrull, delivering on Marvel Comics' impostor Avengers idea with huge ramifications.

Who is more evil Kree or Skrull?

The Skrulls appeared in the 2019 film Captain Marvel led by Talos. However, as opposed to being ruthless conquerors depicted in the comics, they are fierce yet benevolent creatures who are victims of a genocidal war committed by the Kree Empire (led by the Supreme Intelligence).

Who is Raava Skrulls?

A rogue Skrull pirate, Raava struck back against the Skrull Empire following the deaths of her off-spring, Skragg and Raavaka. In the wake of her carnage, she was sentenced to a lifetime at a secret deep-space torture prison.

Where is the original Rhodey?

It is probable that the real Rhodey is being held captive in the laboratory of the Skrull terrorists, led by Gravik. Within this facility, the humans they imitate are kept unconscious but alive. This suggests that the genuine Rhodey has spent the duration of "Secret Invasion" in captivity.

Has Rhodes always been Skrulls?

Speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com, director Ali Selim has confirmed that the dark theory that Rhodey has been a Skrull ever since Captain America: Civil War is actually true. "Yep. He's been a Skrull the whole time, yeah," Selim revealed, adding that the reveal has "massive implications" for the MCU.

What did Rhodey whisper to Tony?

Rhodey : [whispers to Tony] Just stick to the cards, man.

Why can't Rhodey walk?

Unable to react to the damage, Rhodes entered a free fall from high altitude. Despite Wilson and Tony Stark's best efforts, they were unable to catch him before he hit the ground. Even though the suit's protection saved him from death, he suffered from a spine injury that paralyzed his legs.

Is Jarvis a Skrull?

Jarvis was an Skrull that impersonator Iron Man's butler Jarvis due to his closeness to the Avengers. Using a computer virus, he disabled a number of Stark Enterprises facilities, as well as Stark's Iron Man armor.

Who is the highest paid actor in Marvel?

1. Robert Downey Jr, 58.

Is there Iron Man 4 coming?

"Tony Stark's story is far from over," Downey said. "Iron Man 4 will explore new dimensions of the character and his legacy through the eyes of Morgan.

Who is the black Iron Man?

Tony Stark's best friend, James Rhodes, is one of the few to wear the Iron Man armor, other than Tony Stark himself. Although he initially took on the role when Stark was dealing with his demons, Rhodes has reprised the role over the years.

How long has Rudy been a Skrull?

The last time we saw Rhodey in a hospital gown was when he got an MRI all the way back in Captain America: Civil War. That explains why he's having trouble walking — when he was abducted, he was getting treatment for a spine injury. It means that Rhodey has been replaced by a Skrull for almost a decade.

Who was the better Rhodey?

Don Cheadle Has Been Rhodey For 14 Years

Don Cheadle has firmly established himself as the definitive live-action War Machine actor, and, if for no other reason than longevity in the role, it's hard to imagine anyone else as Rhodes in this stage of the MCU.

Is War Machine a bad guy?

War Machine is a superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by David Michelinie, John Byrne, and Bob Layton as a supporting character for Iron Man, he first appeared in Iron Man #118 (1979) and became a superhero with the Iron Man armor in issue #169 (1983).

Who killed Raava avatar?

After being pulled out of Korra's body, Raava was destroyed by the Dark Avatar, severing her connection to every past Avatar.

Who destroyed Raava?

Korra was able to bring down Unalaq, but before she could subdue him, Vaatu emerged from Unalaq and quickly attached himself to Korra. He proceeded to rip Raava from Korra as she collapsed to the ground.

Who is bad Kree or Skrull?

Film. Captain Marvel features the mythology of the Kree–Skrull War. In the film, the conflict is depicted as one-sided, with the Skrulls being the victims of the Kree's genocidal war. The Kree Mar-Vell goes against her people and travels to Earth to help Skrull refugees escape from Kree forces.

Why are Skrulls hated?

The Skrulls soon came to be one of the victims of these genocidal wars, sparking an ongoing conflict between the two races for millennia. On Hala, Kree propagandists framed the Skrulls as war criminals, who were actively infiltrating and invading planets across the galaxy as part of a Skrull Expansion.

Who is the most evil avenger?

Are there any good Skrulls?

The creepiness inherent in the Skrulls being humanity's doppelgängers would have been far more palpable had they been made into outright villains, with only Talos, Nick Fury's Skrull wife and perhaps Talos' daughter G'iah being the only good Skrulls.