What do you get when Disney’sDonald Duckcollides with Marvel’sIron Man? IRON DUCK! If you thought Tony Stark looked good in metallic red and gold, just wait until you see how everyone’s favorite hot-headed fowl looks in Stark’s signature getup—an outfit that’s sure to get even cooler when it takes center stage in an upcomingWhat If…?tale.
With Donald Duck stepping into Tony Stark’s shoes, fans will enjoy a twist on Iron Man’s comic-defining origin.

On August 11, 2025, Steve Behling, Luca Barbieri, and Donald Soffritti’sMarvel & Disney: What If…? Donald Duck Became Iron Man#1 will hit comic book shelves, bringing this epic mash-up to all Donald Duck and Iron Man fans.
While the release is still a couple of months away, Marvel’s solicitation offers a sneak peek at what fans can expect from this wild, action-packed comic. Notably, the solicitation showcases four covers of Donald donning Stark’s iconic Iron Man suit, with the main cover by Soffritti and variant covers by Dan Panosian, Phil Noto, and Mark Brooks.

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Main Cover by Donald Soffritti forMarvel & Disney: What If…? Donald Duck Became Iron Man#1 (2025)
Those who have been following Marvel’sWhat If…?titles know thatthe comic publisher has been reimagining Earth’s mightiest heroes with unique Disney-inspired twists, turning the Avengers into Mickey Mouse and his iconic cast of characters. With Mickey, Goofy, Minnie Mouse, and others taking the lead, theseWhat If…?tales have given a fresh spin on some of Marvel’s most foundational stories. Now, the fun continues with Donald Duck as he dons the Iron Man suit inMARVEL & DISNEY: WHAT IF…? DONALD DUCK BECAME IRON MAN#1.
The story in this comic draws inspiration from Iron Man’s origin tale, where he first appeared inTales of Suspense#39 (1959) by Stan Lee, Larry Lieber, Don Heck, and Jack Kirby. With Donald Duck stepping into Tony Stark’s shoes, fans will enjoy a mischievous, action-packed twist onIron Man’s comic-defining origin. Marvel promises that the comic will be filled with“mischief and hijinks”—everything fans expect from a Donald Duck adventure. Whether you’re a fan of Donald Duck or Iron Man, this is a can’t-miss tale.

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Mark Brooks Variant forMarvel & Disney: What If…? Donald Duck Became Iron Man#1 (2025)
Thanks to the synopsis forMarvel & Disney: What If…? Donald Duck Became Iron Man#1, readers get a glimpse of how Steve Behling plans to put a Donald Duck twist on Tony Stark’s iconic origin story. The synopsis teases that Donald will fall into the clutches of the villainous Beagle Boys, who force him to build a machine designed to crack into his Uncle Scrooge’s Money Bin. However, the fearless duck will defy his captors' wishes and create the ultimate suit of armor. Given the obvious parallels, it’s already clear how thisDonald Ducktale will mirrorIron Man’slegendary origin.
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Marvel & Disney: What If…? Donald Duck Became Iron Man #1is available August 05, 2025, from Marvel Comics!


