Iron Man: Year Zero

Iron Man: Year Zero is an American television series based on Marvel Comics superhero Iron Man. This series will be the first in a series of shows taking place in a shared universe dubbed 'The Marvel Saga'.
== Plot ==
The show centers around two individuals, Anthony "Tony" Stark and Edwin Jarvis. 
While returning from a business trip, the Stark's plane was hit by missiles that caused it to spiral out of control. Tony's parents, Howard and Maria Stark perished in the crash but Tony and Jarvis managed to escaped after Jarvis uncovered a suit of armor which is the secret project made by Howard and Tony and used it to save Tony.
Three months later, the Stark's family company, Stark Industries is now under the control of Howard's business partner, Obadiah Stane who will act as CEO until Tony is old enough to reclaim the company. 
As Tony and Jarvis tried to adjust the way things are now, they are under attacked by mysterious assassins. After a lengthy battle at Stark Mansion, Jarvis donned the suit once more and uses it to defeat the remaining assassins but not before accidentally revealing his armored persona to several of the public leading news worldwide to dubbed the man in the suit, 'Iron Man'.
After interrogating one of the assassins, Jarvis and Tony learned that the group have some connection to the deaths of Howard and Maria. Now caught in a bigger plot, Tony and Jarvis must uncover the secrets while new enemies arise to challenge them. 
== Characters ==
Edwin Jarvis (played by Phil La Marr): Edwin Jarvis is the main character and the armored superhero, Iron Man. Unlike previous continuities, Jarvis's role is the Stark family's bodyguard rather than their butler. Jarvis was once a member of a military force known as the Invaders under the designation Captain Britain but corruption revealed within the group caused the disillusioned Jarvis to quit. After taking a job for Howard, Jarvis formed a close bond with the family. After Tony's parent passed away, Jarvis became a surrogate father to Tony. Although reluctant to let Tony get caught in danger, Jarvis comes to understand the young man's mission. While attempting to learn more about the suit and its capabilities, Jarvis will spend as much time in the Stark Mansion to teach Tony values and lessons that will unknowingly lead him to become the next Iron Man.
Anthony "Tony" Stark (played by Matt Lanter): Tony Stark is the young son of Howard and Maria Stark. Tony is very intelligent but regardless is a brash and stubborn teenager at heart. After his parents' deaths, Tony is determined to find out who was responsible leading to make careless decisions. Fortunately, Jarvis is there with him and the two grew a closer bond than ever before.
Obadiah Stane (played by Crispin Freeman): Stane is Howard Stark's business partner. While the public sees them as good friends but in truth, the two had a strained one. Howard prefers using his company for exploration and research but Stane desired to build weaponry. After Howard's death, Obadiah gladly took control and now was in position to do whatever he want. However, Tony will intervene much to Obadiah's dismay. 
=== Other and Guest characters ===
Heroes
Matt Murdock
U.S. Agent
Whizzer
Human Torch
Villains
Crimson Dynamo
Technovore
Controller
Fin Fang Foom
Mad Thinker
Justin Hammer
Grey Gargoyle
Ultimo
Madame Masque
Professor Thorton
Wolverine
Omega Red
Silver Fox
Sauron
Others
James "Rhodey" Rhodes
Pepper Potts
Ho Yinsen
Jack Murdock
Black Widow/ Claire Voyant
== Episodes ==
=== Season 1 ===
Episodes 	
Plot
# The Man in Iron 	An attack on the Stark family plane caused the deaths of Howard and Maria Stark and Tony and Jarvis, the only survivors. Three months later, things were never the same. First appearance of Tony Stark, Edwin Jarvis, Obadiah Stane and the Ten Rings.
2. Lash Out 	Jarvis begins training Tony and It's the perfect time as the two must find a way to stop a new agent of the organization that's after them. First appearance of Whiplash.
3. Good Times 	As Tony tries to fit in within a normal high school, Jarvis must face an old foe from his past. First appearance of Crimson Dynamo, Pepper Potts and James Rhodes.
4. Circles 	With help from Pepper, Tony and Jarvis investigate a string or robberies. First appearance of Spymaster.
5. One Punch 	Jarvis takes Tony to an old friend of his, Jack Murdock. While Tony have an adventure with Jack's son, Matt, Jarvis inquires Jack on the ones that killed Tony's parents. First appearance of Jack and Matt Murdock
6. Romantic Flight 	Tony meets a young girl named Whitney causing the young man to ask Jarvis to be his wingman. First appearance of Whitney Frost
'7. Dynamic' 	Crimson Dynamo returns more powerful than ever. Tony meanwhile begun his research on diverse use of the armor.
8. 'Powerless''''''' 	It's Parent's Day and Tony must decide what to do with it. That must be halted as he must find Jarvis who is now using armor out of power all the while avoiding being hunted down by Stane's private security. First appearance of Ultimo
'9. Feed Me!' 	Seeking to gain an upper hand on his competitors, Obadiah accessed an old relic of Howard's past only for it to rise up and devours everything it sees. First appearance of Technovore.
'10. Ready, AIM, Fire' 	AIM has taken over Stark Industries Skybase and its up to Tony, Rhodey and Iron Man to stop it. First appearance of AIM.
11. 'Hammer Strikes'''''''	Iron Man enters another war between Obadiah and Hammer.
12. Kingdom Come Part 1 	Tony is held hostage by Madame Masque while Jarvis trapped must confront the leader of the Ten Rings, the Mandarin. First appearance of the Mandarin.
13. Kingdom Come Part 2 	The battle comes to an epic standpoint as Tony confronts the murderer of his parents.
=== Season 2 ===
Episodes 	
14. The Invaders Part 1 	The Invaders are reassembled to take on one last mission. The first appearance of Whizzer, Human Torch, Professor Thorton, Wolverine, Silver Fox, Omega Red and Sauron.
15. The Invaders Part 2 	Tony, Jarvis and the Invaders learn the fullscope of Thorton's plans and must stop him and Weapon X.
16. The Invaders Part 3 	The Invaders come to its jaw dropping conclusion.
17. Recovery: Happy Birthday	Back at home with friends and close associates, Tony couldn't wait to enjoy his Birthday. First appearance of Mad Thinker.
18. Stone Heart 	The Ten Rings sent in their agent, Grey Gargoyle to battle Iron Man. First appearance of the Grey Gargoyle.
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=== Season 3 ===
Episodes 	
27. Recovery: Upgrades 	Tony and Jarvis finally recuperate, work on building a way out of the island they are stranded following the battle against the Mandarin. However, the Mandarin's Forces has found them and were none too pleased that their leader is gone.
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31. Vengenace: Part 1 	Whiplash, Madame Masque and Grey Gargoyle join forces to end Tony Stark.
32. Vengeance: Part 2 	Tony and Jarvis must put an end to the Ten Rings even if it means a great sacrifice.
 	
 	
35. Retake Stark Industries: Siege of Ultimo 	With Jarvis now in a coma, Tony must handle the role of Iron Man as his family's company is in a serious crisis due to a now paranoid Stane.
36. Retake Stark Industries: Forging the Hero	Tony finally succeeds in taking back Stark Industries but his greatest challenge awaits.
37. Homecoming Part 1: Heroes vs Villiains 	Tony makes one final assault on the Mandarin who intends to achieve his goals by resurrecting the creator of his power: Fin Fang Foom. First appearance of Fin Fang Foom
38. Homecoming Part 2: Assemble 	The world reverting back to an ancient age. Tony must gather allies and learn a way to reverse the process.
39. Homecoming Part 3: No Strings on Me 	Once enemies now must unite. Tony and the Mandarin lead the assault on Fin Fang Foom.
40. Homecoming Part 4: Iron Man is Born 	Tony and the Mandarin have one final battle and when that is done, Tony's transformation into the Armored Avenger is complete.
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