Iron Man is a superhero character within Marvel Comics' universe, conceived by Stan Lee, Larry Lieber, Don Heck, and Jack Kirby. Known also as Tony Stark, he's depicted as a wealthy entrepreneur and inventor who crafts a technologically advanced suit to fight crime and safeguard the world from perilous menaces. As a key member of the Avengers, he's been featured across various comic books, television series, and movies.