ComicsMarvel ComicsRobert Downey Jr’s return to the MCU is proving controversial, but there’s a surprising comic book history between Iron Man and Doctor DoomWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. ComicsMarvel ComicsRobert Downey Jr’s return to the MCU is proving controversial, but there’s a surprising comic book history between Iron Man and Doctor DoomWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Marvel Comics) The surprisecasting of iconic Iron Man actor Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, the villain of the next two Avengers movies, has many fans scratching their heads, wondering whether there will be any connection between Downey’s beloved Tony Stark and his new character, Victor Von Doom, in the MCU. It’s not …