Robert Downey Jr. Height
Height: 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm)
Quick Facts
- Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
- Real Name: Robert John Downey Jr.
- Known For: Iron Man / Tony Stark (MCU), Sherlock Holmes, Chaplin
- Oscar Wins: 1 (Best Supporting Actor – Oppenheimer 2024)
- MCU Appearances: 10 films as Tony Stark
Robert Downey Jr. stands at 5'8" (173 cm)—average height for a man, but noticeably shorter than most of his Marvel co-stars. Thanks to clever camera angles, lifts in the Iron Man suit, and standing on boxes, he never looked small on screen while playing the billionaire genius Tony Stark.
Robert Downey Jr. Height Compared to MCU Co-Stars
- Chris Hemsworth (Thor): 6'3" (191 cm) – 7 inches taller
- Chris Evans (Captain America): 6'0" (183 cm) – 4 inches taller
- Tom Holland (Spider-Man): 5'8" (173 cm) – same height
- Mark Ruffalo (Hulk): 5'8" (173 cm) – same height
- Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow): 5'3" (160 cm) – 5 inches shorter
- Jeremy Renner (Hawkeye): 5'9" (175 cm) – 1 inch taller
Robert Downey Jr. Height Table
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Height (barefoot) | 5'8" (173 cm) |
| Height in Iron Man suit (with lifts) | ~5'10"–5'11" (178–180 cm) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Robert Downey Jr. really?
Confirmed 5'8" (173 cm)—visible in photos next to fans and co-stars.
Did RDJ wear lifts as Iron Man?
Yes, the Iron Man boots contained 2–3 inch lifts, and he often stood on boxes during scenes with taller actors.
Is RDJ short for Hollywood?
5'8" is average worldwide, but slightly below the typical leading-man height in Hollywood.