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    War Machine is a superhero originating from Marvel Comics. James "Rhodey" Rhodes is Tony Stark's personal pilot and one of the playboy's oldest friends. Rhodes also known as Rhodey has often donned the Iron Man mantle when the burden has been too much for his friend, but has also established his own identity as the War Machine and Iron Patriot.

    Terrence Howard Talks Marvel And DC Movie Characters

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    We know that Terrence Howard got a bum deal as far as playing Rhodey in "Iron Man 2."  In a talk with MTV, he addresses his feelings over being replaced.
    “I think they always wanted Don Cheadle from the very start and it’s nice that they get what they want. They could be a little nicer about it. You don’t make 800 million dollars and then try and shake everyone down. That’s not nice.”
    The good news for Howard (and his fans), he may not be done with the comic book world.  Howard admits he's a comic book fan and perhaps he'll have better luck at DC.  On the subject of "Green Lantern," was playing John Stewart a possibility?
    “[H]e doesn’t become black until the third [Green Lantern],” said Howard. “I think they’re planning to take those steps. We’ll see, I haven’t felt those out yet.”

    Sounds like we could expect three GL movies?  Works for me.  It doesn't sound like he'd want to play John.  He does mention that he'd be interested in Black Lightning.

    Do you think a Black Lighting movie would work?  Do you like the idea of "Green Lantern" being a trilogy?  Who should play John Stewart (if he appears in the GL movies)?  Do you think Howard got a bum deal with Marvel?
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    #1  Edited By inferiorego  Staff

    Wow, he actually remained pretty composed even though he got screwed by marvel... Bravo.

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    #2  Edited By King_Saturn
    Honestly... I wouldnt mine seeing Terrence Howard play John Stewart in a Green Lantern movie... he sure would be a hell of a lot better choice than Common

    lol
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    #3  Edited By inferiorego  Staff
    King Saturn said:
    "Honestly... I wouldnt mine seeing Terrence Howard play John Stewart in a Green Lantern movie... he sure would be a hell of a lot better choice than Common

    lol
    "
    seconded
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    #4  Edited By No_Name_

    Yeah that was pretty grimey of Marvel, to be honest...I think that he would do a good job as John Stewart. He even looks the role. I could see it. :)

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    #5  Edited By King_Saturn
    Indeed... I hope DC gives Terrence Howard a shot on the John Stewart role in a Green Lantern movie...
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    #6  Edited By Korg

    Howard was foolish and naïve in his dealings with Marvel. He didn't cover his own ass, and they pulled the rug out from under him. Does it suck? Yes. Is it unfair? Maybe. Does Howard have anyone to blame but himself? No. It's a cutthroat business, and he's been in the game long enough to know this.

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    #7  Edited By ohms@

    "Next time baby." Famous last words. Alas.


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    #8  Edited By Methos

    damnt, you beat me by a few hours while i was at work lol

    M

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    #9  Edited By Kiara_Sullivan
    Methos said:
    "damnt, you beat me by a few hours while i was at work lolM"

    Thats why the thread you made went missing :P I was about to go investigate when it disappeared xP
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    #10  Edited By Decept-O

    I still don't know who to believe regarding Howard's departure from Iron Man.  Both he and Marvel have said different things. 

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    #11  Edited By Korg
    Decept-O said:
    "I still don't know who to believe regarding Howard's departure from Iron Man.  Both he and Marvel have said different things.  "
    Howard has admitted that he didn't bother to get a legally binding contract. Therefor, no matter how much of a dick move it is, Marvel has the right to cast someone else in the part.
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    #12  Edited By Nahero

    poor terrence

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    #13  Edited By dane

    Actually I could really see Terrance Howard as John Stewart. Justice League movie would rule if it was done right.

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    #14  Edited By Korg
    Nahero said:
    "poor terrence"
    Yes, poor millionaire Terrance who wasn't smart enough to get a multi-movie contract deal...
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    #15  Edited By King_Saturn
    It doesnt matter now... Marvel will pay for there " Superdickery " towards Terrence Howard... you shall see

    lmao
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    #16  Edited By defunkt

    Terrence is probably a better actor than Common. But I think Common is a better rapper. They should get Jon Stewart to play John Stewart. LOL jk jk

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    I would actually watch a Black Lightning movie if Terrence Howard was Jefferson Pierce. No jive talk though....

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    #18  Edited By SwaggaB0y
    Babs said:
    "Yeah that was pretty grimey of Marvel, to be honest...I think that he would do a good job as John Stewart. He even looks the role. I could see it. :)"
    lol @ grimey
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    #19  Edited By Emerald Warrior

    black lighting was my first choice when i read the title!

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    #20  Edited By Nighthunter

    Doubt that Black Lightning could support his own movie but what about a supporting character in a Superman one? I mean he comes from Metropolis...

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    #21  Edited By G'bandit

    If he would be more cooperative maybe he would have been cast for Iron man 2, but he is just to hard to work with, those were the words of the director. So the fact that he was replaced was his own fault.

    Noooooooo! He don't fit as John Stuart! I don't see him nailing that role.. At least that's what I think..

    Black Lightning, I think he can actually pull that one off :)

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    #22  Edited By Rex Havoc

    I think Morriss Chestnut would be a much better John Stewart.

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    #23  Edited By Media_Master

    I'm sure he'll be a fine black lightning

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    #24  Edited By LastSon1027

    I don't know about Black Lightning But I think he could be a good John Stewart.

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    I think there is Super Hero out there some where in DC,that Terrence could play as.
    Marvel should've such gave him the money. That this would never happened.

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    #26  Edited By King_Saturn
    defunkt said:
    "Terrence is probably a better actor than Common. But I think Common is a better rapper. They should get Jon Stewart to play John Stewart. LOL jk jk"
    There is No Question that Common is a better rapper than Terrence Howard... hell thats what Common does for a living... Common is a Hip Hop Artist... but Terrence is easily the Better Actor than Common... Tee Howard has way more acting experience than Common
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    #27  Edited By Korg
    Incredible Hulk-Prime said:
    "Marvel should've such gave him the money. That this would never happened."
    Don Cheadle > Terrence Howard.
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    #28  Edited By King_Saturn
    Korg said:
    "
    Incredible Hulk-Prime said:
    "Marvel should've such gave him the money. That this would never happened."
    Don Cheadle > Terrence Howard.
    "
    Hmmm... I dont know about this equation... I think they are pretty even personally... but hey... to each his own I guess
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    #29  Edited By Korg

    Ok, ok, Don Cheadle ≥ Terrence Howard

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    #30  Edited By wordchallenge

    He could work as Black Lightning.

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    #31  Edited By MysteriousBlack

    Marvel is kinda shaming me right now... lol anyways, I hope Terrence gets some other good comic book movie role.

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    #32  Edited By Daredevilfan182

    "Black Lightening". You never see a super-fast Asian character named "Yellow Speed" or and any other ethnic titles for superheros. Only only names like "Black Goliath" or "Black Panther". Just to make it fair I vote for short latino superhero called "Beans"

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    #33  Edited By Nightwolf3

    Terrance Howard is a great actor, and could pull off most if not all black heroes for sure, Black Lightning could definitely work

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    #34  Edited By csimon

    What about Black Panther!!!

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    #35  Edited By DEGRAAF

    i always thought Cuba Gooding Jr would be the best war machine character. I could see him as John Stewart also but i would like terrance howard as a John stewart just as much

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    #36  Edited By SUNMAN
    csimon said:
    "What about Black Panther!!!"
    Djimon Hounsou should play black Panther
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    #37  Edited By Selvokaz

    I know this is going to sound silly, but I would like someone darker to the play the role of John Stewart or T'Challa, infact Morris Chestnut would be the best actor for either T'Challa or any black superhero who has a brain but is physically tall and athletically muscular.

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    #38  Edited By SUNMAN

    Michael Jai White, or Djimon Hounsou would fit the role much better than Morris Chestnut.

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    #39  Edited By Selvokaz

    It was nothing he could do, he felt he deserved a little more than 1 million to return as Rowdy and I agree. It's not like this is the guy whos playing Jarvis asking for 2 million or or something, its Tony Starks best friend and his backup War Machine. Marvel could have swung a little and gave the guy at least half of what Robert was going to get if not at least a quarter of it. Anyone know how much Downy is getting for the sequal... I think I heard something around 4 to 5 million after the box office takes.

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    #40  Edited By Strafe Prower

    I would see Black Lightning opening night then every night afterwards.

    I don't know if i would like him as John Stewart though....
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    #41  Edited By NightFang3

    1. Would love a Green Lantern trilogy, one for every G.L.
    2. Would love to see a Black Lighting movie.
    3. I think Weasley Snipes could play John Stewart.
    4. I think Tyrese Gibson could play Black Lighting.

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    #42  Edited By Aronmorales

    Still sucks that he isn't gonna be Rhodes in Iron Man.
    stupid move on Marvel's part.

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    #43  Edited By Korg
    @Aronmorales said:
    " Still sucks that he isn't gonna be Rhodes in Iron Man.stupid move on Marvel's part. "
    Stupid move on Howard's part.
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    #44  Edited By Baptimus
    @SUNMAN said:
    " csimon said:
    "What about Black Panther!!!"
    Djimon Hounsou should play black Panther
    "
    Word!
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    #45  Edited By grimreaper1980

    dude, go for it. after what marvel did i don't blame you

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