It’s confirmed, Iron Man 2 will be in IMAX

Iron Man 2 is getting the red carpet treatment as an official press announcement from Marvel Entertainment and Paramount Pictures confirmed that the comic book adapted sequel will be released in IMAX as well as in regular theaters. It will be released in IMAX theaters on May 7th, simultaneous as it’s original initial theatrical release, so now everyone can get different tastes of the gold and red Iron Man outfit in different ways on the big screen. Here’s some of the official announcement from the companies below (through Stockhouse).:

The film’s limited IMAX release will be digitally re-mastered into the image and sound quality of The IMAX Experience(R) with IMAX DMR(R) technology. Iron Man 2, the sequel to Marvel’s box office hit Iron Man, will be distributed by Paramount Pictures.

“The success of the first Iron Man movie catapulted the franchise from the comic books to theatre screens, and we’re excited that the IMAX format will offer fans an even more immersive way to experience the sequel,” said Tim Connors, Chief Operating Officer, Marvel Studios.

“Iron Man 2 is a fantastic addition to our growing film slate for 2010, which is filling out faster than any previous year,” said IMAX CEO Richard L. Gelfond. “The rollout of our digital projection system has enabled us to add more films to the slate, and we’re very excited to partner with Marvel and Paramount on this next installment of the incredible Iron Man franchise.”

“We’re thrilled to once again be working with Paramount and our long time friends at Marvel Entertainment as we help to bring their characters to life in IMAX,” said Greg Foster, Chairman and President of IMAX Filmed Entertainment. “The combination of Marvel’s iconic Iron Man story, Jon Favreau’s brilliant vision and Paramount Pictures’ talented team coupled with IMAX will make for a wild cinematic experience.”

Iron Man 2 stars Robert Downey Jr., reprising the role of Tony Stark along with the talents of Gywenth Paltrow, Samuel L. Jackson, Mickey Rourke, Scarlett Johansson, and of course let us not forget the typical Marvel cameo by Stan “The Man” Lee.

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