That actor we know as "Iron Man" finally speaks about his upcoming projects, specifically the most anticipated third sequel of a murder mystery classic. Robert Downey Jr. talks about "Sherlock Holmes 3" release date, spoilers and updated news.

The 49-year-old actor has been a mainstay in Hollywood films as a child actor. First appearing with his father and namesake in the film "Pound", Jr. has been in numerous movies since the 1970s. Apart from his work, Robert Downey Jr. has also been the target of tabloids as the actor struggled with alcohol and substance abuse during the late 1990s.

Bouncing back from his personal challenges, Robert Downey Jr. was able to regain his audiences and even increase his fan base. Beginning with an Academy Award for Best Actor in his portayal of Charlie Chaplin in the movie "Chaplin" and in Calista Flockhart's television series, "Ally McBeal", which won him a Golden Globe.

Since then, Robert Downey Jr. made his name even bigger in his films as "Kiss Kiss Bang Bang", "A Scanner Darkly", "Tropic Thunder", "Iron Man" franchise, and of course, the "Sherlock" franchise.

Claiming bigger fame is his role as Tony Stark in the Marvel "Iron Man" franchise, Robert Downey Jr. has proven himself one of the most resilient actors in Hollywood.

Updated news on the upcoming Robert Downey Jr. "Sherlock Holmes 3" release date reveals that the project is officially in the works. During the promotion of his new film "The Judge", Robert Downey Jr. talks about the upcoming "Sherlock Holmes 3", he says: "Yes, we have a 'Sherlock 3' in development. We want it to be the best of the series, so that's a pretty tall order."

Robert Downey Jr. also comments on "Sherlock Holmes" television counterpart, Benedict Cumberbatch, saying that the English actor portrays a very good "Sherlock".

According to reports online, Robert Downey Jr.'s "Sherlock Holmes 3" release date is set for a vague 2017, as the production has yet to begin.