Robert Downey Jr.’s life reads like a Hollywood epic, born into art, forged through chaos, and reborn as one of cinema’s most magnetic forces. From his early days in his father’s eccentric films to his haunting portrayal in Less Than Zero, Downey has danced between brilliance and self-destruction with cinematic flair. Now, destiny turns once more as Downey’s upcoming flick is set to make Netflix its home.

Robert Downey Jr. is brewing a storm on Netflix with Weather Girl, a powerhouse limited series blending drama, wit, and emotional turbulence.

As per Variety, Netflix has officially given the greenlight to develop the limited series Weather Girl, produced by A24, Team Downey, and Amanda Burrell’s Ginger, with Robert Downey Jr. at the helm as producer. Adapted from Brian Watkins' acclaimed one-actor play, Julia McDermott reprises her stage role. Set amid California wildfires, the series follows television weather anchor Stacey, whose poised on-air persona conceals deep personal trauma. After covering a deadly fire, she begins to unravel, confronting the climate crisis and a haunting reunion with her long-absent mother.

Originating as a sold-out sensation at the Edinburgh Fringe, Weather Girl has already sparked comparisons to Netflix’s breakout hit Baby Reindeer, as per the report, which dominated the global top 10 for eight weeks. Francesca Moody Productions, the creative force behind both shows, returns to bring its signature theatrical flair to the series, promising a captivating blend of stage-honed storytelling and high-stakes drama that could make this adaptation an unforgettable Netflix event. Beyond Weather Girl, Robert Downey Jr. has two upcoming projects in 2026 and 2027.

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Robert Downey Jr. will electrify screens once more, returning in Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, promising epic battles, high-stakes drama, and a hero’s legendary comeback.

Robert Downey Jr. is set to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the formidable Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday. The film also stars Chris Hemsworth, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, Simu Liu, Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Florence Pugh, and Lewis Channing Tatum. Written by Stephen McFeely and directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, Avengers: Doomsday has begun filming and is scheduled for release on December 18, 2026, with Avengers: Secret Wars following on December 17, 2027.

Disney has delayed Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars to allow more time for the studio to focus on quality and manage its sprawling superhero slate. Both films feature Downey Jr. returning as Doctor Doom, alongside an ensemble including characters from the Thunderbolts*, Fantastic Four, and X-Men franchises. Downey Jr. has been teasing fans with behind-the-scenes updates, while his latest project, Weather Girl, continues to make buzz and capture audience anticipation.

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