Forget Dwayne Johnson, Robert Downey Jr Should be Leading Transformers after Mark Wahlberg

Robert Downey Jr. ‘s nuanced performance can breathe new life into the storyline.

Mark Wahlberg previously starred in the fourth and fifth Transformers films, and now seems to be done with the franchise. After his exit, there have been numerous talks and fan campaigns of Dwayne Johnson taking over the lead.

And since Johnson starred in G.I. Joe many are convinced that he would be a good choice, especially since there are talks of having a Transformer-Joe collaboration in the next movie.

Mark Wahlberg in Transformers: The Last Knight

However, amidst these plans, the makers should probably hold on and think whether Johnson would be a good choice, for there is another actor who could help lead the franchise. And that is nobody else but the Marvel actor Robert Downey Jr.

Why Robert Downey Jr. Is A Better Choice Than Dwayne Johnson

Dwayne Johnson

After Mark Wahlberg‘s exit and Transformers: Rise of the Beats’s terrible performance, the $5.2 billion franchise has been missing a lead star. While fans have been actively campaigning for Dwayne Johnson to take over the reins, he is not the only actor who would be a good choice for taking the lead.

Despite Johnson being a talented actor, Robert Downey Jr. seems to be better apt at taking over the franchise thanks to the enormous experience he has had in the industry.

While Johnson has been previously criticized for playing ‘similar’ roles and ‘similar’ acting in many of his movies, Downey has been praised multiple times for the incredible range he has as an actor and the many diverse portrayals he has done.

While Johnson certainly has his own ‘charming’ points, Downey’s charisma, star power, and screen presence remain unmatched. While the former is a successful box-office draw and has a strong action-hero persona, Downey’s talents far surpass his for not only can he do stunts but his character-driven roles bring a uniqueness to each portrayal, adding the perfect balance of humor, wit, and depth.

Robert Downey Jr. Can Bring A Different Dynamic To The Transformers Franchise

Robert Downey Jr.

If Dwayne Johnson ends up helming the Transformers franchise, there is a possibility that his role might end up being similar to his previous ones like Jumanji and G.I. Joe.

And since the actor is often criticized by many for lack of ‘depth and range’ as an actor, fans might not find his role interesting. But as for Robert Downey Jr., the actor has often brought something new to the table in each and every role he has done.

Whether it be Tony Stark, Sherlock Holmes, or his role in Oppenheimer, Downey has time and again proven why he is such a successful actor. Despite being a Marvel star, the actor has never been typecast and has a well-established identity as an actor outside of the superhero realm, proving once again why he is the better choice.

Furthermore, his nuanced and in-depth portrayals can help breathe new life into the Transformers’  storyline, making it even more compelling for a wide range of viewers. Thus, Robert Downey Jr. can successfully bring a different dynamic to the Transformers franchise, giving it a new life.