Russian Physicist - Ivan Vanko - Mickey Rourke

2019

Marvel

Whiplash is a recurring antagonist in Marvel Comics, primarily known as an enemy of Iron Man. Several individuals have taken on the mantle, each with distinct origins and motivations. The common thread among them is their use of electrified, whip-like weapons.

One of the earliest and most recognized Whiplashes is Mark Scarlotti, a brilliant but unstable weapons designer employed by Stark Industries. Driven by greed and resentment, he created his signature whips, becoming a mercenary and assassin often hired to target Iron Man. His whips, powered by advanced technology, are capable of delivering devastating electrical shocks and cutting through solid materials.

Another prominent Whiplash is Anton Vanko (though portrayed differently in the MCU), a Russian scientist seeking revenge against Tony Stark and the United States. This version also utilized electrically charged whips, representing a Cold War-era threat motivated by ideology and personal animosity. The Whiplash identity has also been used by other characters, further solidifying it as a symbol of technological menace and personal vendetta against Iron Man.