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Thor: Love and Thunder promises to once again captivate fans in 2022.
Thor is achieving what even Iron Man and Steve Rogers haven't done yet: having a fourth standalone film. We last saw Thor saving the universe from destruction in Avengers: Endgame and then venturing into space with the Guardians of the Galaxy.
The next installment, Thor: Love and Thunder, is the latest addition to the Thor series and will feature a host of familiar and new Marvel characters. With all that we know about Thor: Love and Thunder so far, let's take a look!
What's notable about the introduction to Thor: Love and Thunder?
Marvel Studios unveiled the long-awaited first trailer for Thor: Love and Thunder on April 18, 2022. The initial trailer for Thor: Love and Thunder currently holds the MCU record for the shortest time between teaser release and actual premiere date of the film, surpassing The Incredible Hulk with a gap of 93 days.
The second introduction for Thor: Love and Thunder premiered on May 23, 2022, offering fans the clearest glimpse into the film's storyline. Thor: Love and Thunder sees the return of Thor (Chris Hemsworth), Jane Foster (Natalie Portman), Valkyrie (Tessa Thompson), and the Guardians of the Galaxy. The film also introduces new characters such as the god Zeus and the formidable villain Gorr, portrayed by Christian Bale.
When is the release date for Thor: Love and Thunder?
During the project's announcement at San Diego Comic-Con in 2019, the film was slated for release on November 5, 2021. However, the pandemic forced Marvel to overhaul its schedule, so the current release date for Thor: Love and Thunder is July 8, 2022. Initially set for May, Disney decided to push back all their Marvel films, hence Thor: Love and Thunder had to be postponed by 2 months thereafter.
Who's missing and who's new in Thor: Love and Thunder?
Russell Crowe is set to debut in the MCU as the god Zeus. Crowe's character will mark the first appearance of Greek mythology in the Marvel cinematic universe. We also know that Christian Bale will portray the antagonist in Thor: Love and Thunder - Gorr The God Butcher.
This character is on a mission of combat and a thirst for the destruction of all gods. Will Thor, Zeus, and the other gods unite to stop Gorr? We'll get the answer this July. Gorr isn't Crowe's only Marvel role in the pipeline, as the actor will also play a completely different character in Sony's Kraven the Hunter.
In addition to the new characters mentioned above, Thor: Love and Thunder also mourns some regrettable absences. Tom Hiddleston will not return as Loki. This character met his demise in Avengers: Infinity War at the hands of the Mad Titan Thanos.
Which actors will return in Thor: Love and Thunder?
The cast of Thor: Love and Thunder brings together many talented actors. First, Chris Hemsworth returns as Thor Odinson and Tessa Thompson as Valkyrie. Additionally, Taika Waititi will appear as Korg, reprising his role from Thor: Ragnarok. Jaime Alexander (Lady Sif) and Chris Pratt (Star-Lord) also return to the film. Karen Gillan (Nebula) and Dave Bautista (Drax) will also appear in the film as the remaining members of the Guardians of the Galaxy make their appearance.
Matt Damon will also appear in this film. Previously, Matt Damon had a brief guest role in Thor: Ragnarok. Currently, we do not know what role Matt Damon will undertake in the upcoming film.
Last but certainly not least, we have Natalie Portman returning to the MCU. In the most recent events of Phase 3 of the MCU, particularly in Thor: The Dark World, Thor: Ragnarok, and even in the two biggest showdowns, Infinity War and Endgame, Jane Foster was absent. However, she is set to return stronger than ever in the fourth installment of the Thunder God's saga. This time, she is the one entrusted with the Mjolnir hammer.
Plot of Thor: Love and Thunder
In Thor: Love and Thunder, Thor embarks on a journey unlike any he has faced before – to discover what he truly desires. But his retirement is interrupted by the dark god Gorr, who seeks to annihilate all the gods. To counter this threat, Thor enlists the help of King Valkyrie, Korg (Taika Waititi), and Jane Foster. Along the way to thwart the dark plot, they gradually uncover the secrets of Gorr's vendetta and unveil his true desires.
Actress Portman has also confirmed that her character will indeed inherit the powers of the gods.
Above are the essential details about Thor: Love and Thunder. Are you eagerly anticipating this blockbuster? Feel free to share your thoughts!
