Iron Man 2 (2010) — IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes & Audience Ratings

Last updated: 2026-03-30 3 min read

Quick Facts

IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic57/100
DirectorJon Favreau
GenreAdventure, Action, Science Fiction
Runtime124 min
RatedPG-13
CastRobert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Scarlett Johansson, Sam Rockwell

"It's not the armor that makes the hero, but the man inside."

Should You Watch Iron Man 2?

At 6.9 on IMDb, Iron Man 2 is a decent watch that divides opinions. It has its strengths but may not work for everyone. A 72% on Rotten Tomatoes indicates strong critical support.

With the world now aware of his dual life as the armored superhero Iron Man, billionaire inventor Tony Stark faces pressure from the government, the press and the public to share his technology with the military. Unwilling to let go of his invention, Stark, with Pepper Potts and James 'Rhodey' Rhodes at his side, must forge new alliances – and confront powerful enemies.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Iron Man 2's IMDb rating?

Iron Man 2 (2010) has an IMDb rating of 6.9 out of 10 based on 22,191 user votes.

Is Iron Man 2 worth watching?

With an IMDb score of 6.9 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 72%, Iron Man 2 is a mixed-reception film — check your CineMan taste match for a personalised verdict.

How long is Iron Man 2?

Iron Man 2 has a runtime of 124 min. It is rated PG-13.

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