Rhodey/War Machine is a one of the few second tier Marvel characters that has developed a small yet loyal fan base, so it’s great to see him front and center of a huge summer blockbuster. Marvel has done a great job fleshing out the War Machine character over the years, and I have a feeling he’s going to finally make the A list after Iron Man 2 hits theaters.
I’m still not sure how I feel about Don Cheadle in the role (Terrence Howard just screamed Rhodey to me), but once he’s strapped into War Machine’s silver and grey armor I’ve got a feeling he’s going to win over even the most cynical comic book fan.
The second live action Iron Man adaptation is scheduled to hit theaters May 2010.
