The Marvel Cinematic Universe is the biggest franchise in movies. It vaulted past contenders like Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Lord of the Rings, using the familiar allure of superheroes to grab fans’ ...

To hear Jon Favreau tell it, the first Iron Man trailer premiering at the San Diego Comic-Con in 2007 made that movie’s reputation. Time and time again, Favreau has recalled how trepidation over this ...