Marvel Didn’t Tell Tom Hiddleston About Avengers: Doomsday Casting (So What Does That Mean for Loki?)

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Tom Hiddleston, a long-time Marvel star, discusses his role in “Avengers: Doomsday” during an interview on “Jimmy Kimmel Live.” While promoting his latest film, “The Life of Chuck,” Hiddleston disclosed some insights about his upcoming appearance in the superhero epic. Although he didn’t reveal any specific plot details for “Doomsday,” he did touch upon Marvel Studios’ record-breaking livestream event where they announced 27 actors will be featured in the movie. After making a joke about the “Thunderbolts*” cast still being hesitant to admit their involvement in “Doomsday,” Hiddleston shared how he discovered he was cast in the film.

Funny enough, I didn’t realize until then that my name was among those on the backs of the theater seats during that late March livestream. Truth be told, I wasn’t aware I was part of the film. But when I saw my name there, I couldn’t help but laugh and exclaim, “Oh, it seems I’m in this movie!” To be honest, I’ve grown accustomed to not knowing about my roles until the last moment… so it was a pleasant surprise. I had to wait a bit longer, though; there were a few other chairs as well.

In the Marvel Cinema Universe, Tom Hiddleston has starred in eight films so far, including his brief appearance during the post-credits scene of “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania”. His last appearance was in “Loki” Season 2, where Loki ultimately found his noble destiny by journeying to the End of Time, preserving all the strands of the multiverse. It remains a mystery if Hiddleston will portray that specific Loki character or another variant in the upcoming film titled “Avengers: Doomsday”.

Prior to its officially revealed release date in December 2026, “Avengers: Doomsday” is now being actively produced. Eager Marvel enthusiasts have been scrutinizing set photographs for potential hints about the movie’s content. Some speculate that Sophia Di Martino may reprise her role as Sylvie, after discovering a photo of the actress on location in the UK. However, it has not yet been confirmed whether Di Martino will appear in “Doomsday.” Marvel has hinted at more casting announcements to come.

From Hiddleston’s statements, it appears he was already aware of his part in the movie “Doomsday” before the live stream, even though he wasn’t certain when the official announcement would happen. Since there are often complications with casting a Marvel film, it’s unlikely that the studio would have sprung the news on Hiddleston without discussing it with him first. The fact they secured his role early suggests Loki might play a significant part in “Doomsday”. It’s also said that other actors like Chris Pratt could potentially join the movie if their schedules allow it later on. In essence, Hiddleston had prior knowledge (but not explicit confirmation) about his involvement.

As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but speculate that the multiverse will play a significant role in “Avengers: Doomsday“. It seems Doctor Doom might be aiming to reach the End of Time, with the intention of mastering all realities. This could potentially put Loki in peril. The anticipation is palpable as we wonder how Loki will fit into the storyline. Ideally, there’ll be some intriguing dialogue or action between him and Thor. Given the events of the Infinity Saga, it would be thrilling to see Thor encounter a new version of his brother, adding an exciting twist to their long-standing dynamic. With Chris Hemsworth possibly leaving Marvel after “Doomsday“, the filmmakers should definitely take advantage of this opportunity and make it count!

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2025-06-04 19:39